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OzAsia 2018: a photo of a purple neon-lit studio showing the shadowed face of female Asian person whose face is covered in strips of brightly coloured neon lighting effects.
Industry News

What do Asian Australian artists want to see in place of OzAsia?

As the nation’s most prominent Asian arts festival takes its final bow, Asian Australian artists share their views on what…

Author Min Jin Lee. Photo: Hae Ran.
News

Adelaide Writers' Week looks to a new chapter, announces author Min Jin Lee for 2027 festival

The Pachinko author will discuss her new novel at Adelaide Writers' Week, as the festival looks to rebuild trust after…

Presented at OzAsia in 2025, Opera for the Dead has also been presented at AsiaTOPA, Sydney Festival and elsewhere. Photo: Michael Pham.
Analysis

OzAsia Festival to end after 20 years, in a huge blow for Asian‑Australian art and culture

This will be the last OzAsia, with Adelaide Festival Centre declaring a move to year-round programming of Asian voices instead.

[GAMEBOY] from choreographer Amy Zhang tours as part of ORBIT 2026. Photo: Supplied.
Industry News

New touring initiative ORBIT creates sustainable pathways for indie dance

Three major dance organisations join forces to tackle the touring barriers facing independent choreographers.

Anna Funder, best-selling Australian author. Image: Michelle Aboud.
Interviews

Anna Funder: 'I have zero interest in a book produced by a machine'

Ahead of her international tour, author Anna Funder speaks to ArtsHub about why we need to hold onto storytelling in…

Claude Monet, Water Lilies. Installation view, Monet to Matisse: Defying Tradition, Art Gallery of South Australia, 2026. Photo: Saul Steed.
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Monet to Matisse review: AGSA blockbuster is simply unmissable

AGSA's Monet to Matisse: Defying Tradition is a fascinating celebration of innovation and experimentation in art.

Karis Oka as Lydia Deetz in Beetlejuice the Musical. Photo: Benny Capp.
Interviews

Karis Oka on Beetlejuice the Musical: ‘I've always loved the dark and macabre’

For rising star Karis Oka, playing Lydia in the Australian production of Beetlejuice the Musical feels like a fated role.

State Theatre Company South Australia's The Importance of Being Earnest. Photo: Matt Byrne.
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The Importance of Being Earnest review: a complete joy

Oscar Wilde’s battle of the sexes becomes a dazzlingly funny free-for-all in this gloriously gender-bent production.

In 2026, the Australian Festival of Chamber Music takes place in Cairns. Photo: Supplied.
Features

These music festivals are thriving – here's what they're doing right

While the big music festivals are struggling, these smaller community events are drawing loyal audiences.

Tara Tiba – Omid (Hope) at Adelaide Cabaret Festival 2026. Tiba, an Iranian-Australian performer, wears a sleeveless dress of vivid blue and stands with her left hand raised and resting on one shoulder. She wears a heavy bracelet, large earrings and a striking necklace, and looks upwards to her right.
Features

5 shows to catch at Adelaide Cabaret Festival

'Anything goes, anything can happen' in cabaret, according to Adelaide Cabaret Festival Executive Producer Isobel Marmion.

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