Richard Watts

Richard Watts OAM is ArtsHub's National Performing Arts Editor; he also presents the weekly program SmartArts on Three Triple R FM. Richard is a life member of the Melbourne Queer Film Festival, a Melbourne Fringe Festival Living Legend, and was awarded the Sidney Myer Performing Arts Awards' Facilitator's Prize in 2020. In 2021 he received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Green Room Awards Association. Most recently, Richard received a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in June 2024. Follow him on Twitter: @richardthewatts

Richard Watts's Latest Articles

A male breakdancer balances on one hand.
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On the move: Latest sector appointments

New Director for VCA, Belvoir appoints Executive Director, new Chair for Melbourne Fringe, and more.

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Theatre reviews: The Photo Box and The Nightline, Adelaide Festival

Unique stories are brought to vivid life in these distinctive and fascinating productions.

The body of a young man lies in a shallow pool of water. Another young man kneels over him tenderly.
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Concert review: Watershed, Adelaide Festival

This compelling and deeply moving act of communal remembrance features a libretto co-written by Christos Tsiolkas and Alana Valentine.

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Flood disaster for arts sector

Artists and organisations in northern NSW and south-east Qld have been badly impacted by the latest extreme weather events.

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Circus review: Girls with Altitude, Flying Fruit Fly Circus

Cartoons meet circus arts in this joyously feminist work inspired by the works of Judy Horacek.

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On the move: Latest sector appointments

Acting CEO announced for Arts Centre Melbourne, new Chair at Darlinghurst Theatre Company, Byron Writers Festival appoints new Artistic Director,…

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Apply now to the Indigenous Arts Leadership Program

Supported by Wesfarmers Arts, this bespoke Program for First Nations arts workers is now open to applications from prospective participants…

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New youth orchestra founded in Western Sydney

A new youth orchestra recently launched in Western Sydney is the first step in establishing a professional orchestra for the…

Three wild dolphins leap from an ocean wave.
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On the Move: Latest sector appointments

Victorian Opera AD to step down, new General Manager joins Women’s Circus, and more.

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Hate crime inspires new oratorio

The 50th anniversary of the drowning of Dr Duncan will be commemorated in a new composition at this year’s Adelaide…

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