Australia
On the move: latest arts sector appointments
This week’s arts sector appointments include a new Artistic Director at Spare Parts Puppet Theatre.
Waitress review: all the ingredients but not enough time in the oven
Waitress the Musical makes a sweet Aussie debut with star Natalie Bassingthwaighte at the helm, but doesn't quite live up…
Can this year’s Venice Biennale artists avoid politics amid protests and pavilion closures?
The protests continue to overshadow the art at this year’s Venice Biennale. Can its exhibiting artists really stay out of…
Best opportunities, grants & awards for creatives this week
Opportunities for 11 to 17 May include grants for South Australian creatives and a major commission for visual artists.
Richard Lewer wins 2026 Archibald Prize with portrait of Iluwanti Ken
Melbourne-based Lewer has been awarded the prestigious Archibald Prize for his portrait of senior artist and ngangkari (traditional healer) Iluwanti…
Powerhouse Parramatta set for late 2026 opening
The building is finished and work now begins on installing the first Powerhouse Parramatta exhibitions.
The Other Side of Me review: superb dance production is 'like riding a wave'
After debuting at the Darwin Festival, The Other Side of Me now travels to Sydney.
Game Set Match review: love all?
You may think Megan Wilding’s Malthouse debut – Game. Set. Match. – is all about tennis, but this is no…
Khaled Sabsabi reveals details of two installations at Venice Biennale
Khaled Sabsabi has described his two installations at the Venice Biennale as 'one body with two limbs'.
Craig Silvey has pleaded guilty to child exploitation – what do we do with his books?
Silvey is yet to be sentenced – but what we do with his books will be decided outside the court…