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Conflict resolution for artists and arts workers
Conflict is inevitable in a sector where collaboration is common and being an artist doesn’t always lead to creative solutions.
Wrapping up the National Dance Forum
Physical communication, learning from sport’s successes, and a focus on inclusion and diversity were highlights of NDF 2015.
Indigenous artists challenge dance sector over lack of representation
Participants at the National Dance Forum challenged the sector over its failure to adequately support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander…
Suicide risk increased by working in the arts
Sound technicians, roadies & stage crews may be more at risk of depression and suicide than their peers according to…
Adelaide Festival Centre to receive $90 million upgrade
Work will start later this year on increasing access points, technical upgrades, and better integrating the Centre with its riverbank…
Castlemaine State Festival – opening weekend
Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, Castlemaine State Festival is one of regional Victoria’s treasures.
Sydney Symphony to play ‘The Planets’ for a global audience
The inaugural Concert for the Planet links environmental concerns with strategies to develop audiences online.
Major events under review
White Night, Winter Masterpieces and other blockbusters are under review in an attempt to keep Victorian tourism competitive.
Thinking small a risk for Perth performers
Are Western Australia’s theatre-makers doing themselves a disservice by focusing on small-scale, easily-tourable works?
Ten must-see shows at Dance Massive
The biennial festival of contemporary dance kicks off in Melbourne this week; here are our program highlights.