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Queensland Theatre scoops Matilda Awards
The best of the state’s 2016 theatre productions were celebrated at Monday night’s award ceremony.
The Year I Was Born
This Argentinean/Chilean production is both a compelling piece of theatre and a deeply moving act of remembrance and reconciliation.
A O Lang Pho
This playful, exhilarating work by Nouveau Cirque du Vietnam explores the changing pace of modern life as the city encroaches…
The Gabriels: Election Year in the Life of One Family
Richard Nelson's portrait of an American family struggling with grief, debt and political turmoil is as epic as it is…
Flit
A contemporary song cycle about human migration, Flit suffered from poor sound which detracted from its imaginative staging.
Maximising your relationship with Council
Local government is a key source of arts funding for many; here are some tips on optimising such relationships.
A toolkit for a healthier arts sector
The long-term aim of the Arts Wellbeing Collective isn’t just about making individuals more resilient; it’s about developing a stronger,…
Nostalgia is a dirty word for arts programmers
From rock concerts at wineries to day-time concerts at performing arts centres, programmers have found ways to engage ageing audiences…
Ditch the director!
Why do Australian festivals have a mania for moving their Artistic Directors on after only three or four years?
Pushing Miranda off Hanging Rock
A Melbourne artist has challenged the dominant myth of Hanging Rock by raising uncomfortable questions about actual losses and traumas.