Sydney

What I’ve learned: Mitchell Butel
Mitchell Butel believes the best way to learn about being an Artistic Director is to become an Artistic Director.

Museum of Contemporary Art Australia introduces admission fees, reversing free entry after 25 years
In 2025 Australia’s only public museum dedicated to contemporary art will charge $20 for admission in what appears to be…

The changing landscape of artist/dealer representation
The Australian art market is at a crossroads. How will that impact the artist and art dealer relationship?

So you want my arts job: Scenic Painter
Take your painting skills into a new domain; ArtsHub talks with Melita Tickle on being a scenic painter.

Theatre review: The Heartbreak Choir, Ensemble Theatre
Themes of community, forgiveness and understanding lie at the heart of this crowd-pleaser, which rounds out Ensemble’s 2024 season.

2025’s greetings include a giant interactive whale
Bondi Pavilion has just launched its first major arts program.

Dance review: Intersections: Street Dance X Theatre, Riverside Theatres
A double bill of female-led street dance.

Exhibition review: Cao Fei: My City is Yours, AGNSW
An exhibition that explores where reality, fantasy and the cyber worlds become indistinguishable.

Midsumma and Mardi Gras programs ensure a queer summer ahead
Asexual comedy, drag kings, lesbian drama, trans theatre and in-your-face gay cabaret feature in the programs of Sydney and Melbourne’s…

Dance review: The Nutcracker, Sydney Opera House
The Australian Ballet delivers a sumptuous festive feast for all ages.