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Melbourne Festival announces new Artistic Director
Josephine Ridge's replacement will commence work in April, to begin programming the 2016 Melbourne Festival.
Keeping theatre makers safe
The physical and psychological impacts of working in the arts generated vigorous discussion at the Australian Theatre Forum.
Theatre Network NSW launches in Sydney
A new organisation dedicated to strengthening and enriching the NSW theatre sector was launched at the Australian Theatre Forum on…
Who owns Indigenous stories?
Theatre risks offending and cultural appropriation when it tells Indigenous stories, as a recent STC production illustrates.
The philosophy of philanthropy
Knowing why philanthropists want to give to the arts instead of to other sectors can help you leverage their support.
Strictly Ballroom the Musical
The stage version of the classic Australian film is colourful and entertaining but lacks pizzazz and dramatic intensity.
WA’s cultural sector bucks privatisation trend
Instead of selling off state-owned infrastructure, Perth’s theatres are once again under management by government.
Full steam ahead for Collingwood arts precinct
Despite Victoria’s recent change of government, redevelopment of the old Collingwood Tech into a new arts precinct continues apace.
For whom the Bell doesn’t pay
The call for an unpaid Photographer in Residence to document Bell Shakespeare’s 25th anniversary year has been met with anger…
Still plenty to do for queer arts festivals
Despite the increased presence of queer culture in mainstream arts and entertainment there’s still a place for festivals such as…