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The politics of discomfort: the 2014 Victorian Theatre Forum
Delegates at next week’s industry gathering will explore the challenges of making work that provokes and confronts the audience.
Thierrée’s Tabac Rouge announced as Sydney Festival curtain raiser
The French theatre-maker’s most extravagant work to date is a study of desire, power and social structures.
Griffin appoints new General Manager
Currently Producer/Programmer at the Seymour Centre, the new appointee joins Griffin at an exciting time in the company’s history.
Emerging Writers Festival expands to Adelaide
Firmly focused on writers instead of readers, this hands-on festival aims to energise Adelaide’s already active literary culture.
Cabaret Soirée returns to Perth
An eight-week season of intimate performance pays tribute to such performers as Annie Lennox and Dorothy Fields.
Melbourne writer appointed as inaugural Director of UNESCO City of Literature
The new appointee will work with Melbourne's existing literary organisations to strengthen the city's status and activities.
State Theatre Company SA breaks box office record – again
Taking over $424,000, The Importance of Being Earnest becomes the highest-grossing production in the company’s history.
Sex workers accuse Griffin, Malthouse of exploitation
The theatre companies deny claims that Peta Brady's Ugly Mugs exploits sex workers, saying it is a work of fiction.
$50,000 tourism grant for Melbourne Festival
Tourism Victoria has provided the Festival with funding to deliver interstate and overseas marketing activities.
The Blue Room unveils second season for 2014
The eight shows on offer in season two offer up a dynamic cross-section of Perth’s independent theatre sector.