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How playwrights test themselves against the world
Playwright Alana Valentine on the power of theatre, the importance of community and testing yourself creatively.
On the Move: Latest sector appointments and departures
Sydney Philharmonia Choirs farewells GM, Powerhouse Museum appoints Chief Operating Officer, Theatre Royal announces CEO and more.
Exit interview: Robert Love, Riverside Theatres
After 20 years at Riverside Theatres Parramatta, Love reflects on his career and considers his future.
Live Performance Support Program opens round 2 for VIC artists
Presenters can apply for up to $7,000 for one event, and suppliers (including performers and crew) between $200 – $500.
How an Australian company toured Europe mid-pandemic (plus Tubular Bells!)
Yaron Lifschitz reflects on the challenges of mounting three new works in Europe while half of Australia was in lockdown.
Circus and the art of community: The ArtsHubbub episode 16
The circus company that plays together, stays together, according to two of the co-founders of Gravity and Other Myths.
Syncopation and improvisation celebrated to the tune of $1.12 million
The Australian jazz and improvised music sectors have benefitted from recent RISE funding announcements, but will funds flow from festivals…
On the Move: latest sector appointments and departures
CEOs leaving State Library Victoria and Kickstart Arts, Adelaide Writers’ Week Director departing, new Arena producer and more.
Creative career progression in the arts
Why leave an organisation you love if a new role (and a new challenge) can be created for you internally?
Sydney Fringe launches artist support fund after cancelling 2021 festival
The ongoing impact of the pandemic has forced the Sydney Fringe Festival to cancel for the second year in a…