Performing Arts
Art’s power to connect and support highlighted by latest Australia Council grants
Creative projects focused on ageing, mental health and connecting Australians are among the latest works funded by the Australia Council.
Vale Tom Long
Respected as a fine actor and a kind, loving and modest man, Long died aged 51 after battling with encephalitis…
Writing awards, competitions and opportunities in 2020
Keep an eye on these literary prizes and opportunities.
Iranian cultural sites as political targets
While Australia fights to save its cultural assets after bushfires, the USA threatens to destroy cultural sites across Iran.
Six, Sydney Opera House (NSW)
This contemporary take on 16th-century English history marries witty writing with 90s girl pop.
On the Move: Latest sector appointments and departures
New board appointment at CCP, meet the new Age arts editor, and more.
The arts – not politicians – give bushfire relief
The Government was quick to dismiss the value of the arts in December, rolling it into a new super department,…
The 2020 Opera and Fine Music calendar
From the world premiere of a new opera by Tim Finn and a significant exploration of women’s contribution to classical…
Art or Morality – that is the question
With the release of new guidelines for ethics for artists at the Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art,…
The arts – not politicians – as first responders to bushfires
The Government was quick to dismiss the value of the arts in December, rolling it into a new super department,…