Richard Watts
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An uncomfortable night at the theatre
Good theatre can do more than entertain; it can provoke, interrogate and challenge our views of the world.
Why the best learning is hands on
Rather than spending most of their time learning theory in the classroom, WAAPA students explore a practice-led education all year…
Aging audience drives growth in family shows
Across the country, artists are creating quality work that appeals to several generations simultaneously, and kids are reaping the benefits.
Review: Adelaide Fringe Opening Weekend 2018
ArtsHub’s Performing Arts Editor Richard Watts dives into the opening weekend of Australia's largest arts festival, Adelaide Fringe.
Theatre remount culture needs a reboot
Dozens of new plays are produced in Australia each year, the majority of them never to be seen again. What…
Victorian Opera one step closer to becoming major company
Already focused on becoming an opera company for the 21st century, Victorian Opera will soon move into a new state-of-the-art…
Career spotlight: Festival programmer
Artistic Directors get the media profile, but behind the scenes, other staff help to present work and wrangle the artists…
Barber Shop Chronicles
Though occasionally earnest, Inua Ellams’ charming play has wit and heart in abundance.
Il n’est pas encore minuit…
Skilfully executed, audacious and deeply personal circus from a 22-strong collective.
Beyond Time
Meditative and meticulously constructed, the slow, sparse nature of this Taiwanese production may prove difficult for some.