Australia

Book review: Desi Girl, Sarah Malik
An engaging, reflective and energised memoir that fills an important space.

Book review: Nothing Bad Ever Happens Here, Heather Rose
This award-winning writer’s eclectic memoir teems with ghosts and gratitude.

Record investment in First Peoples creative industries
Almost $2 million has been invested in First Peoples creatives, businesses and projects in the latest rounds of Creative Victoria…

When history is a prop for contemporary ideas
ArtsHub speaks with Angela Goh ahead of her new project with Sydney Opera House’s retired Concert Hall ‘doughnuts’.

Performance review: The Special Comedy Comedy Special
Asian-Australian comedians, both emerging and established, share the stage in night of merriment.

The changing face of chamber music in Australia
Chamber music is increasingly being played by small-scale orchestras at festivals around the country, while enjoying a popular resurgence.

Opportunities and awards
Call-outs for Queensland Music Awards plus winners of the Brett Whiteley Travelling Scholarship, the Poem Forest shortlist, and more!

Turning unhappy customers into allies
No one likes hearing they’ve done a bad job, but if handled correctly, negative feedback can be used to great…

Concert review: Musical Theatre Gala, QSO
An entertaining evening of music theatre hits across a diverse program, but lacking high quality production values to really make…

Installation review: Eden Unearthed: Art in the Gardens
Over 35 installations are on display in this outdoor setting, exploring both environmental degradation and tendrils of hope.