National

We Are Pirates
"We Are Pirates" is a dark take on the traditional children’s lore of piracy and adventure.

Beyond Sorry: colonial oppression on Australian stages
A new body of Australian theatre explores White Australia’s guilt and the darker recesses of the non-Indigenous psyche.

Majors benefit from Brandis top-up
While controversy rages over the Budget diversion of funding from the Australia Council, the Ministry has provided extra funding for…

The changing face of cabaret
In the last 15 years, cabaret has grown from a niche art form to mainstream entertainment. We find out why,…

Dance protests draw national attention to budget cuts
Artists across Australia engaged in a mass dance action to highlight concerns over Senator Brandis’ cuts to the Australia Council.

Get the short on short courses
Enrolments for short courses have doubled, but how useful are they when it comes to advancing your artistic skills?

Moneybag: latest money news
This week ArtsHub shares money news and opportunities including Melbourne Writers' Festival call for donors.

An artless budget
The Abbott Government has trashed the principle of arm's length funding free from political interference, argues the Opposition.

Scammers offering fake AusCo grants
Be cautious of callers congratulating you on securing funding but who ask for your banking details.

Are our museums fit for the future?
As NSW local governments face impending restructures, how will remote and regional museums limber up for the change in culture?