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Who suffers when theatres go dark?
Despite the best intentions of producers, and the hopes of cast and crew, sometimes shows close early. As a worker,…
Art-making would count for Centrelink: Greens
New Greens policies would help young and emerging artists forge a career by providing support through the welfare system.
Archie Roach song now part of ‘the nation’s memory’
A ballad about the Stolen Generation is among 10 songs added to National Archive's registry of culturally significant recordings.
2013 Queensland Literary Awards shortlist announced
Conductor Richard Gill, poet John Kinsella and short story writer Cate Kennedy are included among the 42 shortlisted authors.
Come Out goes in house at Adelaide Festival Centre
A government report has recommended a new management structure for the troubled youth arts festival.
The Omega Quest
A highly entertaining sci-fi epic brought to life via inventive bunraku-style puppetry.
Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre under threat
Federal land grab threatens South West Sydney’s premier arts centre; local council calls on community’s aid.
What are awards worth? Not much.
Unless it’s an Oscar or a Tony, the only gold you’re likely to see from a performing arts award is…
Uninvited: Blue Man sees red over reviewing
A Sydney producer has retracted an opening night invitation because he doesn't want a major newspaper reviewing his show.
2013 Melbourne Festival program launched
Indigenous artists and new commissions take centre-stage in Creative Director Josephine Ridge’s inaugural festival program.