arts policy
Which cost increases are hitting performing arts companies hardest?
It’s tough times for many across the nation right now, including Australia's performing arts companies.
Red alert: the emergency campaign to save Sydney's iconic Marian St Theatre
Campaigners say there are just days left to save Sydney's Marian Street Theatre, as Ku-ring-gai Council prepares to scrap redevelopment…
Sorry Albanese, the creative sectors aren’t going to stop worrying about AI job threats
Despite the PM's promises, Australia's arts and creative workers have good reason to be nervy about AI.
'It's Melbourne's turn': million-dollar fund to fast-track the next generation of Australian musicals
The Musical Theatre Development Fund is a $1 million investment in the creation of original musicals in Victoria.
What really motivates arts philanthropists to give?
Glamorous galas and enticing tax breaks are one thing, but it takes a little more than that to convince arts…
Divine Playhouse announces peaceful 'sing-in' rally after being forced out of Sydney building for 'offensive trade'
Landlords have terminated the lease of new queer arts venue Divine Playhouse, despite overwhelming public support.
Fears for artistic freedom grow as religious backlash shuts down new queer arts venue
Threatened with eviction, Sydney's Divine Playhouse is fighting back against conservative protestors, prompting fresh concerns about censorship.
Craft is in crisis – but it seems only in Australia
As craft is enjoying unprecedented visibility globally, why is Australia dismantling the very institutions that sustain it?
'Breaking point': MEAA demands urgent action as live performance crisis deepens
As more major musicals are cancelled, the entertainment and arts union is urging governments to back industry reform before more…
Freeplay: Australian games industry deserves its ‘fair share of attention and funding’
A new report dives into the challenges currently facing the Australian games industry.