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ICYMI: the week in arts
A provocative new arts festival hits Lismore, Romeo Castellucci’s Requiem to premiere at Adelaide Festival 2020, plus more.

Vale Sigmund Jorgensen
Jörgensen, who oversaw the artists’ colony Montsalvat from 1969 until 2014, has died aged 79.

Fringe Festival season heats up across four states
From a floating venue in Perth to a CBD takeover in Sydney, the Australian Fringe spirit remains independent, irreverent and…

Unauthorised Banksy exhibition to hit Sydney
With rock concert fanfare, the buy-in Banksy blockbuster comes to town putting a new spin on how, and why, we…

Just how white is Australian publishing?
The First Nations and People of Colour Writers’ Count is raising money to examine under-representation in Australian publishing.

Independent dance company rebrands to Dance Hub SA
Adelaide's LWD Dance Hub has rebranded, heralding a fresh era for the organisation.

Applause: Latest funding and awards announced
56 artists from across Australia selected for National Still Life Award, Small Tapestry Award announces winners, 2019 Inky Shortlist revealed,…

On the Move: Latest appointments and departures
Milk Crate Theatre appoints new CEO, new blood for The Wheeler Centre Board, MSO gains new staff, and Head of…

Mangkaja and Gorman set new benchmark in collaboration
Melbourne fashion label Gorman has collaborated with one of Australia’s most remote Aboriginal Art Centres to create new designs in…

Holloway’s final Melbourne International Arts Festival dances with the truth
Exploring the nature of truth in an age of fake news, and with a particular focus on dance – including…