Australia
Writing from life: creating a stage play about a community
Playwright Alana Valentine discusses process, premise and procrastination in this extract from her new book, Bowerbird.
Tate Director delivers hard line on the future of museums
Maria Balshaw is no stranger to strong talk; in a conversation with ArtsHub she tackles the topics of gender equity,…
Greens to artists: your rights are our priority
Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young responds to the Government’s updates to Australia’s online regulations, and what they means for creative content…
Newcastle Art Gallery reinstates its Director
New organisational design for Council has recognised the importance of the Gallery Director’s role after a five year hiatus.
No laughing matter: comedy in the wake of #MeToo
The #MeToo movement has revealed the widespread extent of sexual harassment, and brought down comedy legends like Louis CK. What…
From arts publicist to stage manager: 22 careers explained
If you've ever wondered what a dramaturg does, how to begin work as a conservator, or what a literary editor's…
Review: The Story of Shit by Midas Dekkers
As an experienced biologist, Midas Dekkers brings his knowledge to bear on a topic he finds fascinating.
Review: Relatively Famous by Roger Averill
In Relatively Famous, Averill has produced a masterpiece of realistic fiction.
A blueprint for risk-taking
Risk-taking leads to richer and more nuanced creations, but what conditions are required to allow organisations and artists to take…
Review: Four Winds 2018 Easter Festival – Sound Shell Saturday
Eclectic programming ending on a focused high.