David Burton

David Burton is a writer from Meanjin, Brisbane. David also works as a playwright, director and author. He is the playwright of over 30 professionally produced plays. He holds a Doctorate in the Creative Industries.

David Burton's Latest Articles

In 2025, Morning Melodies celebrates 40 years at the Melbourne Arts Centre.
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Arts Centre Melbourne Morning Melodies celebrates 40 years in 2025

Arts Centre Melbourne Morning Melodies has attracted over half a million visitors across its forty years.

Buying at your local bookshop helps support local business. It's just one of the ways to avoid Amazon.
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Alternatives to Amazon for book lovers in the cost of living crisis

Amazon's cheap prices and convenience make it a tempting buy for consumers, but there are plenty of alternatives that help…

Artists are frustrated by the arts lack of a meritocracy.
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Outrage and resentment: the arts are not a meritocracy

Some parts of the professional industry operate under a veneer of a meritocracy. But artists aren't buying it.

Australian live music is under threat from ticket companies.
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Australian live music faces crisis amid ticketing giants' control

Already challenged by the effects of soaring insurance premiums on small venues and cancelled festivals and events, now Australian live…

Bluey's World will open in November, 2024.
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Bluey's World revealed in new images

Excitement is building for the highly anticipated Bluey's World attraction.

Slow productivity is making an impact on the creative arts industry.
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Unpacking slow productivity: how artists can combat burnout and enhance creativity

'Quiet quitting' has subsided, but 'slow productivity' is taking its place. The effects are being felt worldwide.

Managing depression as a creative artist can be difficult. These five essential tips will help.
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Navigating depression: 5 essential tips for creative artists

Artists remain vulnerable to burnout and depression. These tips can help manage the feelings of overwhelm.

Two panels. On the left is a black and white photo of author Sebastian Smee. He is a wearing a white shirt and fair hair. Balding. On the right is the cover of his book, "Paris in Ruins.' A French flag is waving in a watercolour painting.
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Book review: Paris in Ruins, Sebastian Smee

Sebastian Smee argues that Impressionism was a reaction to Paris under siege in 1870.

The Booker Prize shortlist for 2024 includes more women than ever before.
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Who will win the Booker Prize in 2024?

More women are included on the shortlist than ever before. Will Australian author Charlotte Wood claim the top prize?

Work from Gold Coast artist Kathy Mackey, on show at HOTA. Image depicts the bodies of two people underwater, holding swimming noodles.
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Not just casinos and beaches: being a Gold Coast artist at HOTA

HOTA on the Gold Coast is about to host local artists as part of the Gold Coast Triennial, featuring unique…

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