Australia

Where are the readers of literary fiction?
Publishing is a challenging industry – one that has always needed to respond to change. Finding the right reader is…

On The Move: Latest sector appointments and departures
A new Artistic Director at The Australian Ballet, Performing Arts Connections Australia appoints new Executive Director, and more sector news.

Review: Cold Blood, Adelaide Festival (SA)
Technically adept and visually striking, this Belgian production uses miniature sets, live video editing and the performers’ fingers to bring…

#knowmyname for books and writers
Women writers share their inspiring books and recommended reads this International Women's Day.

Exit Interview: Alice Nash, Back to Back Theatre
As she prepares to move on to a new role at the Australia Council, Alice Nash looks back on almost…

Grants that make a difference, from triennial funding to in-kind venues
With a suite of five grant categories, and close to half a million in funds available, the City of Stonnington…

Review: Dimanche, Adelaide Festival (SA)
Inventive puppetry tells a story of environmental collapse in a family-friendly show that ventures into bleak territory.

Stella Prize 2020 Shortlist announced
Six authors, a mix of genres and $50,000 up for grabs. It can only mean one thing: the Stella Prize…

ICYMI: A wrap of this week’s arts news
From giant apes, to underground music, using the Opera House to discuss sites of conflict and report findings for Playwriting…

Theatre’s demise has never been so entertaining
Performance collective post and Hong Kong Repertory Theatre have cut up the Western theatrical canon and reassembled it as irreverent,…