Live Performance Australia

10-year look back at major performing arts festivals shows some things haven’t changed
As some prominent performing arts festivals wrap up their programs for another year, we take a reflective look back on…

Musical review: Seven Little Australians, Stirling Theatre, WA
The Stirling Players loyally resurrect this beloved Australian classic with dramatic flair and authentic affection.

Concert review: Chineke! Chamber Ensemble, Adelaide Festival
A superb display of the immense appeal of chamber music from a unique British ensemble.

Why abandoning the Australia Council is a Bad Idea
Disestablishing the Council as the LPA propose will inevitably facilitate pork-barrelling, argue Tully Barnett, Julian Meyrick and Justin O’Connor.

Live arts insurance scheme urgently needed
As Omicron hinders long awaited performing arts rebounds, the need for a Federal live arts insurance scheme intensifies.