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Jazz world mourns death of Allan Browne
The jazz drummer and composer passed away on Saturday, a month shy of his 71st birthday.
The keyboard is mightier than the sword
The George Brandis Live Art Experience is a satirical response to the Minister for the Arts’ abrupt reallocation of arts…
Artists converge on Canberra to #freethearts
Sector representatives from across the country will meet with the major political parties in a bid to reverse the recent…
Attracting culturally curious audiences digitially
Social media is more than just a tool for sharing cat videos; it’s also a great way to encourage audience…
Funders move beyond the edifice complex
It has always been easier to get money for a building than for performers to play in it but new…
Creative industries strategy open for submissions
The development of Victoria's Creative Industries Strategy is underway with the launch of a discussion paper.
Beyond backdrops: scenography takes centre stage
Australian theatrical design is distinctive for its collaborative approach, a quality that will be on display at an international scenography…
Arts West opposes National Programme for Excellence
A coalition of cultural organisations have spoken out against the proposed funding reduction to the Australia Council.
Mobilising audiences to oppose Australia Council Budget cuts
Arts companies are enlisting the weight of audience opinion to protest the Minister's Budget move redirecting funding from the independent…
Does sex still sell?
In an era when anyone with a smart phone can quickly sate their erotic appetite, do carnal desires still help…