Performing Arts
Russian ballet star in acid attack
Sergei Filin, the artistic director of Russia’s Bolshoi Theatre, is recovering in hospital after a masked man threw acid in…
Canadian author paints dark portrait of Vancouver
A book of short stories by Canadian author Zsuzsi Gartner presents a dark and satirical portrait of Vancouver’s future.
New female director in residence for the Malthouse
The Malthouse Theatre has appointed Roslyn Oades its new female Director-in-Residence in 2013.
Rapper kicked off stage for anti-Obama rant
Rapper Lupe Fiasco lived up to his namesake this week by being thrown off stage during a pre-inauguration event after…
Art not only for the 1% says Christie’s chief
Christie’s chief Steven Murphy has boldly declared that the future of art will not be limited to those 1% rich…
Brazilian workers receive $25 a month to spend on culture
Brazilian workers are set to receive a cultural stipend of $25 a month.
NZ dance to get a lift from Berlin-based choreographer
A new show by Footnote Dance with New Zealand choreographer Lisa Densem and music by Andrew Thomas released as part…
Chilean creativity honoured at 2012 National Prize
A host of creatives have been honoured as winners of the 2012 Chilean National Prize.
Rare opportunity as Writers Victoria seeks new Director
Writers Victoria seeks a new director to step up to the plate after previous director Roderick Poole has completed his…
Jaipur literary festival told to snub Rushdie supporters
A group of Muslim clerics have asked the Jaipur literary festival to cancel talks by speakers who were previously involved…