Festivals
Which festivals are breaking records despite cost of living crisis?
Cost of living surges mean many are still feeling the financial pinch. But certain festivals are enjoying record growth. How…
Activists belatedly celebrate Fringe World’s separation from fossil fuel sponsor
The end of an 18-month philanthropic partnership with Woodside has been claimed as a victory by climate change activists.
Circus review: You & I, Airborne, Borderville Festival
A world premiere and a well-rehearsed work were among the circus delights on offer at the 2023 Borderville Festival.
RISING announces mass participatory project for its 2024 festival
The first event for next year’s winter festival RISING will see audiences become the artists in a major participatory experience.
Performing Lines Sector Day 2023
The annual conversation and discussion day for Tasmania-based creatives explored key initiatives and issues, while also welcoming new creatives to…
2024 Australian arts festival programs come into focus
From Adelaide Cabaret Festival to Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, here are more festival highlights for 2024.
MPavilion 10 off and running
The 10th annual MPavilion has now been revealed in Mebourne's Queen Victoria Gardens.
Nude in the name of art on Brisbane’s iconic Story Bridge
Visual artist Spencer Tunick’s 2023 Brisbane-based work ‘Tide’ is a prequel for bigger things to come in 2024.
Hobart to host new comedy festival in 2024
Building on Hobart’s strong local comedy scene and presented by the team behind Dark Mofo, the new festival will run…
How to pitch your work to a festival director
Three Australian festival directors offer tips on pitching your art for inclusion in their events.