Australia
Facing challenges, not faltering. Creative Director responds to Cementa19
Responding to a recent review, Cementa19 make the point, that like all good art, a festival should make you uncomfortable,…
Amnesia Findings by Anna Jacobson
Jacobson reminisces on Jewish culture, family, dementia, anxiety and love in a haunting and beautiful poetry collection.
Applause: Latest funding and awards announced
Sydney Theatre Awards, the Horne Prize, Australia’s Eurovision contenders, and more awards and nominations.
Winning design for new Powerhouse Museum revealed
The design by architectural team Moreau Kusunoki and Genton has been called ‘a monstrosity on stilts’ by its detractors.
Apply now for one of 12 Marten Bequest Scholarships worth $50,000
Australian artists under 35 years of age can now apply through the Australia Council for a Marten Bequest scholarship to…
10 books for an apocalyptic summer
Here’s what to read whether you’re looking to face the flames or take your mind off the heat.
Hollow Earth by John Kinsella
An elegant science-fiction story with a message about the mess humans have made.
Turn Left at Venus by Inez Baranay
Inez Baranay presents in elegant prose a richly laden smorgasbord of concepts and ideas.
10 buzzwords that dominated the arts in 2019
Our language tells us a lot about who we are: our embrace of trends, our professional priorities and where we…
On The Move: Latest sector appointments and departures
Meet Create NSW’s new Executive Director, Griffin Theatre appoints playwright as Artistic Director, Dancehouse announces new AD, Sydney Symphony reveals…