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Dancing about genes and climate change
A recessive gene’s potential extinction and environmental concerns have informed Dancenorth’s latest work.

#VAXTHENATION campaign muddied by Guy Sebastian
An alliance of artists and live entertainment industry bodies has launched a nation-wide campaign to encourage vaccination.

63 orgs share $20M in latest RISE round
A new Australian musical based on cult 90s TV series Round the Twist is among the projects to be funded.

The art of urban renewal
Art and culture will play a key role in the development of Northshore Brisbane, explains Brisbane Festival’s Louise Bezzina.

On the Move: latest sector appointments
CAN farewells joint CEOs, Regional Arts NSW’s loss is Canberra Glassworks’ gain, and more.

Melbourne Fringe cancels 90% of events
Artists will be refunded for all registration and advertising costs says organisers, as the program goes digital.

10 years of bringing art into everyday lives
The Junction Arts Festival team reflect on the festival’s past, present and future at Artlands 2021.

Sector speaks out over Barking Gecko concerns
Questions are being asked about the abrupt departure of respected arts administrator Helen Hristofski from Barking Gecko Theatre.

MSO’s new Chief Conductor wants to make music for all
Having been exposed to the power of music as a child, Jaime MartÃn is determined to share that gift with…

How to monetise digital events
Co-presented with Creative Victoria, the Recovery Roadmap Webinars explore some of the most urgent topics facing arts organisations and artists…