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$225.5M for creative sector in Victorian budget
The budget includes a $6.4 million package supporting programs and events benefiting independent artists and small organisations, and $128 million…
Pop goes the orchestra!
Don't make the mistake of conflating populist with unsophisticated when you're discussing the repertoire of a contemporary orchestra.
New Minister for the Arts appointed by PM
Paul Fletcher, the Liberal Member for Bradfield, has replaced Victorian Senator Mitch Fifield as Federal Minister for Communications and the…
Mid-year transformation: is now your time to change?
Thousands of Australians from all walks of life choose to start their tertiary training midway through the year – here’s…
Why 'suburban' is no longer a dirty word
The evolution of our cities has resulted in the rise of arts centres in the very same suburbs that artists…
Introducing David Shirley – WAAPA’s new Director
Describing himself as having ‘a passion for pedagogy,’ Professor David Shirley is keen to promote WAAPA on the world stage…
Hamilton to open in Sydney in 2021
The mega-hit musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda will make its Australian premiere at the Sydney Lyric Theatre in March 2021.
Board member with limited arts experience takes key Black Swan role
The abrupt announcement that board member Danielle Norrish will replace Natalie Jenkins as Executive Director of Black Swan State Theatre…
Future-proofing the arts in unsettled times
Speakers and participants at the 2019 Creative State Summit will discuss the future of the creative industries and the role…
A hunger for place: why local stories resonate with regional audiences
Instead of making works parochial, specificity makes them unique.