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How to stand out at Fringe
With hundreds of other shows, and thousands of other artists to compete with at Fringe, how to lesser-known artists get…
Jumpy
This contemporary take on the mid-life crisis needs stronger direction and a more nuanced lead to bring it to fuller…
The pros and cons of profit share
It’s a common contract among indie theatre-makers, but the prevalence of profit share agreements also warrants some concern.
Depression, cancer, grief...lining up to be made miserable
Why do we plumb life’s darkest depths to make our art – and why do audiences seek out such experiences?
'My art isn't disabled'
Australia is lagging behind the rest of the world when it comes to integrating circus performers with a disability, but…
Sustaining an arts career in the regions
From self-defeating fears about the quality of one's work to the joy of working in isolation, regional life is a…
Disturbing, not pleasing, should be art’s role
Many arts organisations have become dinosaurs, failing to evolve to respond to the needs of new work, delegates at the…
ATF 2015 ends in Abbott no confidence motion
The symbolic gesture, signed by 52 delegates, is a response to more than just cuts to the arts budget.
Busy theatre forum with a sting in the tail
Philanthropy, environmental issues, Indigenous culture and safety have been occupying ATF delegates but the most potentially controversial moment is still…
Melbourne Festival announces new Artistic Director
Josephine Ridge's replacement will commence work in April, to begin programming the 2016 Melbourne Festival.