Gina Fairley
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Review: 2020 Biennale of Sydney (NSW)
Was it the First Nations biennale we needed? We take a look at how this exhibition forces viewers to navigate…
Review: Attila, Opera Australia, Sydney Opera House (NSW)
Far from static, this grand Verdi opera is full of revenge, massive sets, feuding, and is brought to life with…
Who is Chris Keely, the man leading Create NSW?
After a rocky three years for Create NSW, Executive Director Chris Keely says he is a stayer, and has a…
Spread Art Not Viruses – new hashtag gains traction
In the wave of global cancellations of art events and exhibitions, the hashtag #spreadartnotviruses sends a clear message
Sydney street artist charged with four counts of sexual assault
One of Australia's most celebrated street artists, Anthony Lister, has been charged with multiple counts of sexual assault and non-consensual…
Review: Monster Theatres – 2020 Adelaide Biennial, Art Gallery of SA
This is a brave exhibition on many levels. It feels like a slow dance between veiled narratives and the raw…
COVID-19 cancels major events across Australia
Among the list of cancelled arts events is Dark Mofo and SCCI’s international program, as a conductor in Adelaide and…
How some museums are combating COVID-19 closures
Tired of closed doors, a group of Hong Kong gallerists have come up with a solution to public access, which…
Grants that make a difference, from triennial funding to in-kind venues
With a suite of five grant categories, and close to half a million in funds available, the City of Stonnington…
Do we need another portrait prize?
First time portrait prize entrant, art teacher Anthea da Silver, wins the inaugural $75,000 Darling Prize with a portrait that…