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An aerial view taken at dusk of a large crowd gathered outdoors preparing to sing together as part of The Big Sing at Festival of Voices.
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Singing in the winter dark: Festival of Voices returns for 2024

Hobart’s original winter festival returns with a program featuring everything from US R&B star Macy Gray and choral workshops to…

A heritage-listed former warehouse that is now an arts centre. The photo shows the sandstone which makes up the building, several windows, and a sign reading 'Salamanca Arts Centre' above the main entrance.
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Salamanca Arts Centre campaigns for Tasmanian Icon status

Home to many artists and arts organisations, Hobart's heritage-listed Salamanca Arts Centre has not received recurrent government funding for over…

Dark Mofo. Hall filled with neon crosses and diners.
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Paused in part, but not cancelled, Dark Mofo announces dates

Dark Mofo beckons, despite being a reduced event in 2024.

Hobart Festival of Comedy. Image is of a man wearing a lot of makeup and sporting a huge open mouthed grin, while standing in a blue strobing spotlight.
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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…

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After collective efforts, Hobart recognised as new UNESCO City of Literature

A five-year ambition has come to fruition thanks to the efforts of the City of Hobart's literary community.

Mona. Image is of an artwork depicting a doorway, with the annunciation viewed within, surrounded by a cloudy sky.
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Exhibition reviews: Heavenly Beings: Icons of the Christian Orthodox World, Jean-Luc Moulène and Teams, and Jónsi Hrafntinna (Obsidian), Mona

The newest triple bill of exhibitions at Mona can make you believe in the transcendent power of art, all over…

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Dark Mofo on hold for 2024 quoting ‘rising costs’

A statement released by Dark Mofo says the Hobart festival will reset in 2024 but that Winter Feast and the…

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Exhibition review: Twist, Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery

‘Twist’ is one of those rare exhibitions that hit the mark on both depth and scope, with curious encounters and…

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Festival review: A Divine Comedy and more, Dark Mofo 2023

From thrillingly transgressive dance-theatre to the debauchery of Night Mass, Dark Mofo remains an alluring and challenging spectacle.

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Celebrating the joy of singing in the heart of winter

From professional singers to passionate amateurs, Tasmania’s Festival of Voices celebrates the human voice in all its forms.

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