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Australia Council puts grants on hold following budget cuts
Timelines for the implementation of the new Six Year Funding for Organisations model are now uncertain.
WA budget a sombre affair for the arts
Funding for regional development and a new museum are the only bright spots in the Barnett government’s 2015-16 budget.
Jazz festival fights on despite core funding loss
Despite having had its funding axed by Queensland’s now-ousted Newman Government, the festival is fighting on.
On-again off-again Depot Theatre cancels early closure plans
After pre-emptively announcing their early closure on Sunday night, Sydney’s Depot Theatre has announced a sudden about-turn.
Depot Theatre blames ‘angry mob’ for its pre-emptive closing
Sydney’s newest independent theatre has announced its closure two months before its official opening.
Six myths preventing people from experiencing your art form
We all know the excuses people make for not attending arts events, but how should we best respond to them?
New Sydney theatre gets a frosty reception
The director of Equity has urged performers to exercise caution in any dealings with the Depot Theatre’s management.
How to capture differently-abled audiences
Artists and companies looking to grow their audiences would do well to look towards people with a disability, who are…
Cheap tickets offer lasting value
Discounted tickets for students and young people are an industry norm – but where’s the proof they really help grow…
Working with your lover
What benefits are there in making art with your life partner, and does it mean you’re always bringing your work…