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Sydney auditions held for world renowned UK speech and drama institution
Aspiring performers will have an opportunity to study at London’s coveted Royal Central School of Speech and Drama when auditions…

ICYMI: A wrap of this week’s arts news
PM endorses War Memorial plans, Rockhampton gallery's new brand, Ziggy Marley and Lizzo hit local stages, major solo exhibition for…

Human saliva demonstrates the benefits of art intervention
Participation in art gallery programs can improve improve the wellbeing of people living with dementia, according to stress levels monitored…

At last, the convergence of art with technology in a disruptive degree
A brand new Master Degree at UNSW Art & Design deep dives into Visualisation, Simulation and Immersive Design while smashing…

Arts criticism is eroding in the digital age
Has the internet damaged arts criticism beyond repair? In her new Platform Paper, Alison Croggon argues that the web has…

Highlights from the 2020 NZ Festival program
Instead of a single artistic director, the 32nd New Zealand Festival of the Arts features three high profile curators, Bret…

Powerhouse invests $180,000 into living Australian artists
Setting an agenda to support contemporary practice, the Powerhouse has awarded six $30,000 commissions to Australian glass and ceramic artists.

Adding up to TV success with an Industry Certificate
The Australian Film Television and Radio School’s Industry Certificate in Production Accounting is helping newcomers and industry professionals get their…

Rethinking a design career for the 21st century
UNSW Art and Design’s revamped Design degree prepares students to be innovative thinkers, makers and entrepreneurs.

Applause: Latest funding and awards announced
Shivanjani Lal receives 2019 Visual Arts Emerging Fellowship, Deborah Cheetham AO wins $60,000 Melbourne Prize for Music 2019, applications open…