Performing Arts

Remember art offers an avenue for clouding minds
For this Dementia Action Week 2022 we dip into the archives for a snapshot of what the sector is doing…

The bleed of visual artists into theatre
Tim Storrier is the latest to join the long history of visual artists designing theatre sets. We take a look…

Orchestras fusing creativity and science for access
Orchestras across the country are teaming up with experts and community groups to deliver specialised programs that bust access barriers.

Instrumental change: Dealing with music's growing garbage pile
Unwanted musical instruments aren’t the biggest waste disposal problem facing the world, but they’re an issue worth making a noise…

Circus review: Girls with Altitude
Cartoonist Judy Horacek's feminist cartoons inspire a young team of circus performers.

Opera review: Women of the PietÃ
Soprano Miriam Allan is joined by a chorus of 12 women and an ensemble of expert orchestral players in service…

Theatre review: Variations or Exit Music
An exploration of endings and beginnings in queer relationships.

Dance review: GLORIA
Ten dancers draw us closer to life’s most essential and magical elements.

Tips on managing a precarious freelance career
When life is a constant job interview, these tips on managing freelance precarity can ease the stress.

This week’s arts news in brief
What's on, what's in the headlines, and the latest program releases – to put you ahead of the game this…