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Haunting history play to premiere at new First Nations festival
There’s a special feeling on Boorloo boodja (Perth country) in the lead up to Black Swan State Theatre Company’s inaugural…
That sinking feeling
One month after Melbourne's RISING was forced to close after only a single night of performances, Tim Byrne reflects on…
'I really want to ground ADT on Kaurna Country.' Daniel Riley on taking the reins
Wiradjuri man Daniel Riley will be the sixth Artistic Director of Australian Dance Theatre in 56 years, and the first…
15 years of amplifying Tasmanian voices
Established in 2006, Tasmania Performs remains agile and responsive, and dedicated to developing Tasmanian artists and showcasing their stories to…
Inspiration during isolation: The long-term benefits of artist residencies
From playful figures to bathtub performances, artists are using the intense residencies of their past to create unexpected new works…
RISING festival program released: newest reason to love winter unveiled
It's been called ‘the biggest showcase of Victorian artists in the state’s history’, but the new RISING winter festival may…
Are local artists enough to save our festivals without international headliners?
Can 'hyperlocal' arts programming save Australia’s previously thriving festival scene? Or are audiences still looking for the big names from…
Must see performing arts of 2021: Part Two – dance and circus
Our Performing Arts Editor Richard Watts selects more of the shows he’s most excited to see in 2021.
Adelaide Fringe at 60
Over six decades to date, the Adelaide Fringe has been both a playground and a career springboard for Australian and…
Can outdoor events develop dance literacy in new audiences?
Supercell Festival of Contemporary Dance has moved its performance program outdoors and abolished ticket charges in order to reach audiences…
