Trends and Analysis
This weekās arts news and trending topics
Our weekly wrap of the stories our readers loved and those you may have missed.
Counting Gender: The Countess Reportās urgent call for action
The new report highlights the lack of progress made in terms of gender representation in the visual arts.
Hairy Potter ā selling a show when the author is persona non grata
While the creator of the Potter-verse may no longer be everyone's favourite multimillionaire, there are still plenty in the sector…
The art of audio description
Accessibility doesn't start and end with wheelchair access and closed captions. Audio description can make a huge difference to the…
5 things about WOMADelaide for 2025
Even the most well-established festivals welcome newcomers every year. For those considering WOMADelaide next year, here are some things you…
We need to talk about audience consent
While intimacy coordinators are now ensuring that performers' safety and comfort are being considered as a priority, have audiences been…
How to create exciting and accessible tactile tours
The key to creating successful tactile tours is preparation, treating visitors with respect and not overloading them.
AI FOMO? Why cool heads are needed in the arts
Two speakers at the ACMI FACT Symposium took a critical stance amid pressures for those in the arts and cultural…
Perspectives on the concept, craft and currency of community engagement
Forward-thinking performing arts organisations are embracing community engagement in new and expansive ways.
Reflections on government involvement in the arts in Australia
The arts and politics are forever entwined but governments of all stripes must see the sector as something to celebrate…