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How to make a circus city
Brisbane’s circus sector is internationally recognised. What conditions led to such creativity and how can its future be secured?
Back to Back extends its reach from stage to screen
The Geelong-based theatre company’s latest work is a 30-minute film, developed in collaboration with Matchbox Pictures and envisaged as a…
Learning Curves: Clare Watson
Black Swan’s Artistic Director looks back at her first year in Perth, having relocated from Melbourne last October, and discusses…
Postcards from the Australian Theatre Forum
From an overview of national practice to the success of cultivating diverse voices on the stage, ATF 2017 heard a…
Why haven’t more companies explored live streaming?
Streaming theatre, opera and dance productions live into cinemas has succeeded overseas, so what's holding local companies back?
Value of the arts demonstrated in new Australian study
Young people’s anxiety levels decrease and their resilience increases when they engage with theatre, new research shows.
Community, country and sector: fighting for change
Rather than accept the new status quo after funding cuts, we should fight for change, said speakers at the Australian…
Sydney Symphony changes position on marriage equality
The SSO has publicly stated its commitment to the Yes campaign, an about face to its ambivalent position a few…
Schofield slams Sydney Symphony over marriage equality stance
The Board’s decision not to express public support for the Yes campaign puts them at odds with the majority of…
Adelaide Fringe awards record $85k in grants to Australian artists
Fifteen artists and ensembles have received funding compared to nine the previous year.