National

Review: Prize Fighter, Illawarra Performing Arts Centre
It's not a story for everyone, but it's a play that everyone should see.

Review: Ken Unsworth: Truly, Madly, NGV
A thoughtfully curated show that captures something of an artist who defies ready catagorisation.

Mitzevich finds the answers to lead the NGA in its DNA
No new building, more digital content, a Mitzevich collection rehang and a year of blockbusters; all part of the vision…

Battle of two cities for the design crown
Melbourne and Canberra go head-to-head over the self-appointed title of "design capital" this month, as both cities roll out programs…

Review: The Last Brother by Andrew Gross
The author's grandfather was the inspiration for the protagonist of this novel.

Review: The Girl Without Skin by Mads Peder Nordbo
There is much more to this novel than simply a thrilling murder mystery.

Reframing MPA funding so that the whole sector is in the picture
Important questions about ambition and fairness are being asked as part of the review of the Major Performing Arts Framework.…

Review: Chasing Smoke, Brisbane Powerhouse
This CASUS production debunks past attitudes and the horrid truths of colonial history, an empowering journey for both the audience…

Applause: Latest funding and awards announced
Winner of Sculpture by the Sea Announced; finalists for art award tidal.18 revealed, $50,000 Evelyn Chapman Award winner announced, and…

Death in art: it’s so hot right now
From a contemporary response to Frankenstein, to an aural exploration of the body decaying after death, artists across the country…