Australia

Authors raise thousands for firefighters amid fresh attacks on the arts
Writers and illustrators have rallied behind the #AuthorsForFireys campaign – meanwhile, the bushfire crisis has also fuelled attacks on arts…

Carmen, Sydney Opera House (NSW)
Opera Australia’s dynamic revival production is likely to please both opera fans and the uninitiated.

Made to last: how Bendigo blends artistry and heritage
From lost trades to contemporary Indigenous fashion, Bendigo’s museums and festivals showcase the best of past and present.

Review: Black Cockatoo, Ensemble Theatre (NSW)
A captivating story about a little-known piece of Australian history.

Jumaadi: My Love is in an Island Far Away, Mosman Art Gallery (NSW)
In a new direction for the artist, Jumaadi puts poetry and politics at the forefront to give agency to the…

Is that it? Oscars Nominations 2020
Margot Robbie is the only Australian hope in the Oscars, in yet another year where issues of diversity seem ignored…

Jofus and the Plank, Fringe at the Edge of the World (TAS)
Hobart Fringe presents an endearing and imaginative family-friendly physical comedy.

Put us in your ears: introducing The ArtsHubbub podcast
Episode one of our new podcast is now live, exploring creative secrets and the art of inspiration, and featuring writer…

Federal government allocates over $2 million to support 29 regional tours
Almost $2.5 million in funding has been allocated by the Federal Government to support tours to more than 250 locations…

Art’s power to connect and support highlighted by latest Australia Council grants
Creative projects focused on ageing, mental health and connecting Australians are among the latest works funded by the Australia Council.