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Arts news watch: this week’s trending topics
We report it – you read it. Keep your eye on this week's top arts news stories.
Theatre review: Tim Minchin – First at the Foundry
The Australian performer christened the stage of the new Foundry Theatre with a show that was equal parts brilliant and…
Dance-theatre critique of toxic masculinity, 'KING', invited to Belgrade Dance Festival
Shaun Parker and Company’s ‘KING’ tours to Serbia next month, with Australian triple-threat dancer, actor and singer-songwriter Keiynan Lonsdale now…
Creative Australia back-pedals on 2026 Venice Biennale selection in response to ‘divisive debate’
Khaled Sabsabi and Michael Dagostino have been dropped as the artistic team with a Senator criticising earlier work featuring the…
Exhibition review: A Bigger View, HOTA
Referencing the work of David Hockney in its title, 'A Bigger View' broadens perspectives for visitors to HOTA.
Theatre review: Mahabharata, His Majesty's Theatre, Perth Festival
Epic storytelling, cast and set design.
Celebrating anniversaries in 2025: the second wave of announcements
ArtsHub celebrates the performing arts organisations and festivals that are marking major anniversaries in 2025.
Concert review: AURORA 2025, Margaret Court Arena
The Norwegian songstress is a national treasure with soul-touching vocals and charming authenticity.
Performance review: Homophonic!, Theatre Works, midsumma festival
A celebration of some of Australia’s best queer, classical musicians and compositions.
NAVA launches its Disability Action Plan
NAVA intends to challenge ableism and promote equitable conditions for people with disability through its new action plan.