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That was the year that was: 2024 in review
Flip back through the pages of 2024 with our annual round-up of the year's arts headlines.
On the move: latest arts sector appointments
Our final round-up of Australian arts sector appointments, departures and related comings and goings for 2024.
This week’s arts news and trending topics
Our weekly wrap of arts news and reviews from around the country, highlighting the stories you may have missed.
What I’ve learned: Mitchell Butel
Mitchell Butel believes the best way to learn about being an Artistic Director is to become an Artistic Director.
On the move: latest arts sector appointments
Our weekly round-up of comings and goings in the Australian cultural sector.
Canberra Youth Theatre takes drastic steps to ensure its survival
The long-running company will not stage any productions in 2025 and is also cutting back and consolidating its training programs…
ArtsHub’s 2025 season guide to the performing arts
Our rolling guide to the season announcements you may have missed.
Pop-up clubs and performance art announced for Asia TOPA’s Nightlife program
Returning after a five-year hiatus, the Asia-Pacific Triennial of Performing Arts reflects the many ways people now experience culture, including…
Circa’s Yaron Lifschitz receives ISPA Distinguished Artist Award
Lifschitz joins the likes of Taylor Mac, Robert Lepage, Laurie Anderson and Pina Bausch in receiving the accolade from the…
On the move: latest arts sector appointments
Our weekly round-up of comings and goings in the Australian arts sector.