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12 great books by Australian women
The Stella Prize announces its 2016 longlist, celebrating a diversity of genres and titles written by Australian women.
Jack of Hearts
David Williamson’s 50th play draws on clichés, but does it manage to punch beyond the stand-up to real issues?
Great expectations set students up for a fall
Course outlines can offer tantalising visions to prospective students but some who go in planning a creative arts career are…
On the Move: latest appointments and resignations
This week's appointments push some companies to new heights and bring new leadership to others.
Overcoming creation guilt in the arts
Should being busy really be a badge of honour? The mounting pressure for artists to create more, more, more may…
Conferences shouldn't only be a talkfest
Creating different avenues for learning can turn conferences from a talkfest into an important space for practical education in the…
Beyond Bangarra: the centrality of Indigenous art in Australia
With Stephen Page celebrating his 25th year at Bangarra, we explore how white Australia’s attitude to Indigenous art and culture…
Theatre faces Fair Work over staff safety
Following the alleged assault of two ushers, the MEAA has taken the Sydney Theatre Company to the Fair Work Commission.
Melbourne Museum frocks up with Gorman
Fashion labels Gorman has found inspiration among the rocks and minerals of Melbourne Museum to create its Autumn '16 collection.
Why this week means I would refuse Catalyst funding
A grants manager argues that arts organisations should reconsider taking money from a government that is deporting babies.