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ICYMI: The week's top news in the arts
Sotheby's sold to French billionaire, new home for Nolans, Civilization hits Melbourne, opportunities for artists and more.

Kids' creative activities for spring school holidays
Holidays are the ideal time for kids and teens to get creative.

Sydney Biennale embraces the edges
With Nirin (edge) as its theme, Sydney Biennale 2020 has announced a diverse range of artists from around the globe.

Shadows/Champions of Dance, Dublin Fringe Festival (Ireland)
Dublin Fringe continues with Derek Byrne’s debut play based on a real-life encounter at a cruising spot, and a madcap,…

NAVA recommends new charter of artist fees
From solo exhibitions to museum shows and public art commissions, NAVA has drafted a new charter of fees for artists…

How to design a cultural experience kids will love
With school holidays approaching, parents are looking for activities that both entertain and educate their children. So how do you…

The Production Company announces closure
In a further sign of the fragility of the arts ecology, a major non-profit announced its shock closure this week.

Island magazine defunding slammed
Tasmania’s most significant literary magazine is likely to fold after losing its major funder.

Who made the cut for the 2020 Adelaide Biennial
With the theme Monster Theatres, curator Leigh Robb has announced her line up for the 2020 Adelaide Biennial.

Bidding to be Australia's theatre capital in 2020
Australia’s two largest theatre companies launched their 2020 seasons last week with a hotly-anticipated co-production.