Performing Arts

First glimpse of this year's Melbourne Writers Festival
The cover has creaked open on this year’s Melbourne Writers Festival and judging by the first page it’s going to…

No free dinner, especially at Raheen
A little political history gives us some clues as to what George Brandis might be like as Arts Minister.

Have your say in Regional Arts survey
Regional Arts Australia is asking people to fill out an online survey to help shape the future of regional communities.

First timer and old hand compete for international prize
Booker prizewinner Thomas Keneally and first time novelist Amy Espeseth are both long-listed for the Warwick Prize.

New Deputy Chair for Creative Partnerships Australia Board
Sam Meers has been appointed as the Deputy Chair for the Board of Creative Partnerships Australia.

New competition from established venues
Many performing arts centres now operate as producers rather than as venues for hire, creating competition with their tenants.

Applications close soon for $8 Million Youth Arts program
Applications for the $8 million Creative Young Stars Program, announced as part of the National Cultural Policy, close on 21…

Goodbye to the lone genius
Tomorrow’s culture will be made by coalitions and communities, like the 1,000 people who made The Passion in a Welsh…

Great White
A triumphant tale of the vastness of soul, suffering and time, told through the tiny details of three small lives.

Willoughby Symphony Orchestra – Love Stories
Conductor Dr Nicholas Milton was assured and energetic and spearheaded a compelling and dramatic performance.