National

Otello
Verdi's new production of Otello is a tour de force in musicality, but consists of questionable choreography.

In Loco Parentis
A timely piece of theatre that delves into the depths of feminism and challenges public attitudes towards women.

Shanghai Quartet
Evocative and entertaining, the Shanghai Quartet is a welcome inclusion in a series that was short on Australian compositions.

Proximity Festival 2013 - Program A
An interactive one-on-one performance, Program A of the Proximity Festival 2013 was a journey without a dull moment in sight.

Barracuda
Christos Tsiolkas’ latest book is his best yet.

Why are we so obsessed with Gallipoli?
No less than three Dardanelles specials hoisted the flag at last week’s film market in Cannes. Yawn.

Breakthrough on artists' fees with local blockbuster
A major show of local artists offers big bucks for the arts economy, with the uptake of recommended artists' fees…

Sydney Festival to open west as program revealed
In a fest of the west, the Sydney Festival will kick off proceedings in Parramatta.

Sir Anthony Caro dies aged 89
British sculptor Antony Caro influenced a generation of sculptors internationally. He will be remembered well.

A conference with only the tea breaks
All the best work at a conference happens in the breaks so let's dispense with the rest of it.