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The Aliens
Profoundly introspective with a core affection for the music of another era, The Aliens is both discomforting and refreshing.

In Memoriam
The UMSO gave a careful and considered performance of this brand-new work.

Sneak preview of Stephen Page’s dance-film Spear
Based on an earlier work choreographed on the dancers of Bangarra, Page’s feature film will have its world premiere in…

Where There’s Smoke: Outstanding Short Stories by Australian Men
An intriguing and eminently readable collection selected from stories previously published in Best Australian Stories.

Unveiled: Latest program announcements
From Perth to Newcastle and Melbourne to Darwin, this week's summary of festivals and events includes film, design and video…

Bare: Degrees of undress
A diluted theme and over design misses the opportunity of a more serious conversation about Australian social mores.

WA arts community protests to Senate Inquiry
The Senate Inquiry into Budget cuts to Australia Council has heard fears that vulnerable communities will lose out most .

Why directors need to get out of the way
Every leader is one of three things: an inspiring mentor, a forgettable blip, or a terrible story that colleagues tell…

The slow truth behind overnight success
The fairy tale of a big break is usually only half the story. Years of preparation is often behind an…

When collaborations go wrong
We hear often about successful creative pairings but there are also pitfalls that can derail a project. Avoid these three…