Covid-19

Reimagining the dinosaur: opera after COVID-19
In a post-coronavirus world, opera has a unique opportunity to redress and re-birth for lasting change.

COVID-19 closure threatens the future of Mudlark Theatre
Bans on gatherings of more than 100 people meant Mudlark’s production of a new Tasmanian play could not go ahead.…

What to read in isolation: book reviewers recommend
Looking for a great Australian book to lose yourself in during isolation? Read our reviewers favourite picks.

Writers adapt to COVID-19 with connection and community
COVID-19 has decimated many writers' schedules: book launches have been postponed, gigs cancelled. But amidst the chaos, an online community…

Australia Council CEO explains new Resilience Grants
$5 million in re-purposed funding will help artists survive, adapt and create, explains Australia Council CEO Adrian Collette.

Emerging Writers’ Festival takes program online in response to COVID-19
In some positive news for the sector, the Emerging Writers Festival has decided to continue on with its festival event…

Screen industry wants JobKeeper repairs
The industry is racing to fix the wonky machine of JobKeeper so it actually works for the screen sector.

State Screen Agencies Respond to COVID-19
Keeping businesses afloat, fast-tracking development and priming for quick recovery are key for agencies, with smaller states able to respond…

JobKeeper payment for sole traders: what you need to know
Here is everything we know about applying for JobKeeper payments as a sole trader.

Post production as coronavirus exiles directors
While the production sector has crashed to a halt, what has been happening to the post production sector? We talk…