Richard Watts
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Australian opera – a dying art?
Diminution, diversification, hybridity and new audiences are essential if opera is to thrive in the 21st century.
Adelaide Fringe: how big is too big?
A record number of events will be presented at the 2015 Fringe, but Director Greg Clarke has no fears the…
Art without borders
From dance to live art, the challenges of international collaboration can result in inventive and unexpected outcomes.
Taking the pulse of Australian puppetry
Puppetry has featured prominently in recent mainstage productions including Storm Boy and King Kong, but how healthy is the sector…
Transitions: making the move from director to Artistic Director
Running a major company is the goal of many a freelance director, but how do you get there from here?
How beneficial are play readings?
Playwrights sometimes need to be coaxed away from their desks and reminded that theatre-making is a collaborative art form.
Fresh takes on old dramas address gendered violence
The issue of male violence against women is being powerfully addressed by theatre companies in Melbourne and Adelaide.
Blood, sweat and fears: establishing an independent theatre company
Plans, personnel, the right project – a number of ingredients are required when setting up a new theatre company.
Crossing the ditch: strengthening trans-Tasman touring
With New Zealand and Australia such close neighbours, why aren’t more artists focused on reciprocal tours?
Bigger isn’t always better
Artists can develop their skills by turning their backs on spectacle and forcing themselves to work on a more intimate…