Richard Watts
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Arts budget 2016 doesn't hurt (much) but doesn't heal
For the arts, the 2016-17 budget is steady as she goes: it neither inflicts major damage nor helps heal the…
Vale Derek Ives
The Australian circus community is in mourning following the death of clown, rigger and friend Derek Ives on Thursday.
Vale David Page
The award-winning composer and Bangarra artist in residence has died suddenly aged 55.
Arts SA funds Edinburgh Fringe push
More than $55,000 in funding has been invested in profile-building for SA artists at the world’s largest arts festival.
Eastern suburbs provide audience for the West
An increased flow of works and ideas between cultural organisations in Sydney’s east and west is helping to unify the…
Why we need dance criticism
To preserve ephemeral art forms we need to write about them creatively and exactingly.
Filling big shoes
When your predecessor has been in the job for many years, making an arts organisation your own has particular challenges.
Vale Prince: end of a purple reign
The innovative guitarist, showman and singer-songwriter has died aged 57.
My favourite Shakespeare
Picking favourites can be a revealing exercise. On the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death, we discover how his words resonate…
Keeping fresh and focused in a long-term role
Tips and ideas from sector colleagues to keep you inspired in an ongoing role.