Opinions & Analysis
Evaluating the sector, not just the project
Community arts organisations are bunkering down, more focused on their own work than the big picture impact of the sector.
Why go back to the bush?
Thirty years ago arts enthusiasts couldn’t wait to leave regional Australia. Now some are going home.
Australia, Europe and the search for a soul
Australia benefits from its broad view of culture but cultural programming needs values and excellence not just face-painting.
Why Shakespeare still matters
To celebrate Shakespeare's 450th birthday, Australia's leading exponent asks why actors and audiences still love the Bard.
The Emperor's New Social Work
There is much hubris in the community art sector but cultural solutions to social problems should expect failure
Homeward Bound
Australians don't dream of Broadway or the West End. They want opportunity at home.
Is the NGA’s head in the past?
The National Gallery's Shiva has all the attention but the Gallery's problem with the past may also be about programming.
Arts are key to redefining ageing
Leonard Cohen and Helen Reddy are both seniors, modelling the power of the arts to sustain later life.
Artists at mercy of a new power partnership
Are we on the brink of seeing the Australia Council make it a requirement of funding to have support from…
Standing up to Senator Brandis
The Victorian Arts Minister should be advocating for the arts sector not the Federal Government, argues the Shadow Minister.