National

Matthew Barney comes to MONA
Using elements from the MONA collection, this Australian exclusive turns a book into a film and exhibition to operatic proportions

A power-packed transformation
Bold vision and ambitious international partnerships will reclaim the Powerhouse Museum's status as a world leader in applied arts and…

Thai folk art takes out Geelong Contemporary art prize
The gallery declares Rob McHaffie's 'bright and whimsical work' as winner of its 2014 art prize.

Is staying in the closet bad for your career?
Instead of investing half their energy in keeping their sexuality a secret, out gay and lesbian performers can focus more…

Swan Lake
Subtle infusions of humour in the choreography lift the mood of the piece, despite knowledge of impending doom.

Geoffrey O'Connor: Fan Fiction
Sonically, there is a grandeur; coruscating synthesizers bespeak the decadent glamour of 1980s pop.

Sugarland
A harrowing yet beautiful new play, Sugarland has the capacity and fierceness of spirit to start a conversation.

Talking the talk: arts conferences to watch out for
Over 10 specialty visual arts conferences are slated between September and December, so now’s the time to book and change…

ABS cuts valuable arts and culture statistics
The Australian Bureau of Statistics cuts research and reporting on the arts in a call to tighten its belt.

Kim Williams: Rules of Engagement
While his comments range from good to awesome, Kim Williams is arguably unaware of how much a talented all-rounder he…