Performing Arts

Final call for entries for Stencil Art Prize
Entries for the $2000 Stencil Art Prize, formerly the Australian Stencil Art Prize, close on 15 August 2013.

Barefoot Fiddler
Patricia Kopatchinskaja played a violin made in 1834 in this Australian Chamber Orchestra performance.

Election clash won’t impact on Brisbane Festival
PM’s announcement that the federal election will now be held on 7 September means it coincides with the festival’s opening…

Sydney Dance Company sweeps awards
The Sydney Dance Company cleaned up at the Australian Dance Awards ceremony on Monday night.

Threefold
Three spirited pieces display plenty of talent and potential within the ranks of STEPS Youth Dance Company.

Australian Festival of Chamber Music
Held in Townsville, the largest chamber music festival in the southern hemisphere is an example of superior cultural tourism.

Can pop-up art prop up business in Nambour?
The Queensland town of Nambour has launched a new initiative to revitalise its empty CBD with artist-run pop-up businesses.

Neerim South begins artistic transformation
After receiving a Regional Arts Victoria grant, the township of Neerim South is set to embark on an artistic transformation.

Jailed Australian inspires Darwin Festival drama
After learning about the plight of Jock Palfreeman, Samantha Young was inspired to write a play about his imprisonment.

Be snappy to enrol in BIFB workshops and masterclasses
Fourteen local, national and international professionals invite you to enrol in their masterclasses and workshops at the BIFB.