Richard Watts
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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.
Major new initiative targets wellbeing in the arts
Arts Centre Melbourne has taken a leadership role in developing a new program, developed by experts, to improve health and…
Speaking the unspeakable
Art inspired by personal trauma is not mere catharsis - it can be creative, brave and even playful.