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Budgeting for sorry business
First Nations theatre-makers have much to teach the sector when it comes to ensuring that our rehearsal rooms are culturally…
How the Palaszczuk Government is supporting the arts
The office of the Queensland Premier and Minister for the Arts, Annastacia Palaszczuk, spruiks the government's investment in the arts…
Yes vote celebrated by arts organisations
Arts leaders are calling upon the government to act in the wake of the Yes vote triumphing, while also acknowledging…
LNP promises $9 million for arts as QLD election heats up
Promised initiatives include funding for regional arts infrastructure, professional development, and bringing the Pop-Up Globe Theatre to Brisbane.
Neurodiversity takes centre stage
Theatre is a valuable tool for encouraging empathy. A new production aims to provide neurotypical audiences with insights into living…
Incomes decline and pay gap widens, new research reveals
New research released by the Australia Council reveals that artists’ incomes are 21% below the Australian average, with the economics…
Queensland arts sector enters election mode
With an election looming, the state’s arts advocates are campaigning for increased investment in the cultural sector and greater emphasis…
Sydney summit to focus on developing a healthier future
The event will focus on bolstering the mental health and wellbeing of artists working in the performing arts and screen…
Strengthening the art in circus arts
Lack of funding and limited touring opportunities are restricting the artistic development of Australian circus, but new initiatives are set…
Funding cuts force KAGE to close
Melbourne-based contemporary dance company KAGE has announced their impending closure, after the presentation of a final work in Scandinavia next…