Performing Arts

Opera Review: La Traviata, Handa Opera on the Harbour
‘Bling’ in spades; an exhausting and non-stop binge of hyperactive excess, but loads of fun nonetheless.

Dance review: Colour-Fool, Dancehouse
Butoh performance is emotion made physical.

RISING festival program released: newest reason to love winter unveiled
It's been called ‘the biggest showcase of Victorian artists in the state’s history’, but the new RISING winter festival may…

NSW Government announces $1.39m in arts funding for local councils
17 councils across NSW will benefit from a $1.39 million boost in funding aimed at supporting emerging and professional arts…

New regional dance program bolsters learning across school curriculum
A new regional dance program for Victorian primary school students aims to enhance creative expression as well as strengthen the…

On the Move: Latest sector appointments and departures
New Chair at Performing Lines, new Board members for Australian Book Review, WAYTCO GM steps down, and more.

COVID and comedy: no laughing matter?
How can you joke about a pandemic? Eight comedians tell us how.

Dance Review: Safety Net, Dancenorth
Dancenorth and collaborators TheatreiNQ and Diffraction Collective have created an inspiring 60-minute production. ​

Arts sponsorship raises ethical questions
Can Perth have an ethical and sustainable Fringe Festival?

ICYMI: The week's top news in the arts
Kids Van Gogh challenge, Stella Prize shortlist, Midsumma Festival program, Adelaide Fringe outcomes, National Archives anniversary, YUCK Circus to tour…