Performing Arts
Philanthropy and the arts – worth much more than money
Along with shining a light on the country’s arts supporters, the winners of this year’s Creative Partnerships Awards signify the…
Alison Croggon's 10 essential shows for 2020
With 2020 shaping up as a stellar year for Australian performance, Alison Croggon picks her highlights from reimagined icons, thrilling…
Questioning leadership with Indonesia residency
The Australia Council’s first international leadership residential took place in Indonesia and Laura Pike looks at what she learnt from…
On the move: the latest appointments and resignations
Jewish Museum appoints new CEO, Tasmanian Theatre Company artistic director to leave, ICE seeks new Executive Director.
Invisible Cities, Brisbane Festival (QLD)
A spectacular work of dance imprisoned in a plodding narrative.
Ghost Sonata, Malthouse Theatre (VIC)
Ghost Sonata is indeed as spooky and gothic as the name suggests but an edgy score puts a strain on…
Dreaming of transformation
Winning the Dreaming Award – one of two major Australia Council awards that recognise the achievement of First Nations artists…
Career spotlight on Indigenous dancer and change-maker
How Marilyn Miller uses her artistic practice to lift people up and lead change.
New prize for emerging Indigenous artists for 2020
Ravenswood Australian Women’s Art Prize now has a prize pool of $45,000 with the introduction of a new category in…
Dreaming of a better future for First Nations arts
How can we re-imagine First Nations arts in Australia? We asked Indigenous artists and organisations working with Aboriginal and Torres…