Australia
Book review: Ten Doors Down by Robert Tickner
The brutalities of an immoral system and the power of a mother’s love are brought into harrowing relief in this…
Review: Bennelong, Perth Festival (WA)
Bangarra Dance Theatre’s exploration of the life of Woollarawarre Bennelong is a potent, powerful and polished work of art.
Performing Arts Markets and their Conundrums
Veteran arts marketeer Justin Macdonnell gives us an uncompromising look at the refashioned Australian Performing Arts Market debuting this month,…
Review: Psychedelic Realism, aMBUSH Gallery, Australian National University (ACT)
Immerse yourself in the dreamlike world of Reg Mombassa.
Review: Vernon Ah Kee: The Island, Campbelltown Arts Centre (NSW)
A powerful survey exhibition of Aboriginal artist Vernon Ah Kee's videos and wall texts, questions the frameworks of power and…
Art Basel Hong Kong cancelled due to coronavirus
The organisers of Art Basel Hong Kong have cancelled the 2020 edition of the art fair, facing no other option.
Museum Directors unite against climate crisis
With trillions of animals impacted by drought, flood and the recent bushfires, Australia’s biodiversity is in threat. Museum directors have…
Coronavirus ban prevents Chinese artists from entering Australia
Recent travel restrictions have forced festivals and arts organisations to change or postpone upcoming programming.
Scientists make new discovery in Aboriginal rock art
You will never think of a wasp nest the same, learning that it can help provide age estimates for Australia’s…
ICYMI: The week's top news in the arts
Gritty, provocative artist talks in Adelaide and Melbourne, new work by female composers, Parramasala Festival returns, and more arts news.