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How to cope when your work remains stuck in limbo
Jane Harrison’s ‘new’ play was left sitting in a drawer for six years following a rehearsed reading, with promises to…
How would an Oscar change your life? (from the archives)
Fame, fortune and your pick of the best projects – or over-exposure, exploitation and unhappiness? What happens when you win…
Put us in your ears: introducing The ArtsHubbub podcast
Episode one of our new podcast is now live, exploring creative secrets and the art of inspiration, and featuring writer…
Federal government allocates over $2 million to support 29 regional tours
Almost $2.5 million in funding has been allocated by the Federal Government to support tours to more than 250 locations…
Art’s power to connect and support highlighted by latest Australia Council grants
Creative projects focused on ageing, mental health and connecting Australians are among the latest works funded by the Australia Council.
Vale Tom Long
Respected as a fine actor and a kind, loving and modest man, Long died aged 51 after battling with encephalitis…
The 2020 Opera and Fine Music calendar
From the world premiere of a new opera by Tim Finn and a significant exploration of women’s contribution to classical…
12 shows not to miss at Sydney Festival
From visual art to cabaret, and from Western Sydney to the heart of the city, here are our must-see picks…
Six ways artists can take action on bushfires
From organising benefit gigs and directly donating to auctioning off copies of your work online, here are a range of…
Exit interview: Steve Saffell, CEO, Country Arts SA
After 26 years at Country Arts SA, including nine as CEO, Saffell reflects on his tenure and the changes he’s…