Performing Arts

Ensō Quartet
A sophisticated modern edge characterises this colourful chamber group making its first national tour.

No clear winner but a clear loser
Indeed the most positive comment in relation to Senator Fifield that we could find on Twitter was 'He turned up'.

If you work in the arts, it's time to leave Australia
The three smallest contemporary visual arts jurisdictions SA, NT and ACT have now been wiped off the map of Australia.

Greens expand arts policy
New Centrelink and superannuation plans to help support artistic careers have been added to the Greens' policy platform.

Light wars pit art against projections
Dripping paint on the walls of the MCA this week is a symptom of the profile of light festivals. But…

Greens use theatre to sell politics
Indie company The Cutting Room Floor have collaborated with Senator Scott Ludlam to create six short plays based on Greens…

On the Move: latest appointments and resignations
A new Head of School at Sydney Conservatorium of Music, PIAF appoint an Executive Director, and more.

Coalition fails to deliver arts policy
Labor and Greens presented their election platforms at this week's National Debate but Arts Minister Mitch Fifield ducked and wove.

Darwin Festival placed under administration
The future of Darwin Festival is in doubt with the NT Government dismissing the board on Wednesday.

Swan Lake
Traditional virtuosity trumps choreographic adventure in this accomplished production.