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Is it important to read the explanatory labels next to artworks? We asked 5 experts
Five experts offer five reasons to – or not to – read the wall labels to understand the art.
How Sydney’s cultural festivals cultivate a sense of hope and optimism for Australia’s future
Research finds cultural festivals are meaningful events for the communities they celebrate, as well as enriching experiences for others in…
AI is ‘disrupting’ book publishing: do we want its 'art'?
The embrace of AI may produce some useful innovations and efficiencies in publishing, but will also impact on people working…
Why is the oboe used to tune an orchestra? And other questions about tuning, answered
Have you ever wondered why the orchestra tunes in front of the audience? And why do they use this particular…
Amplify, NZ’s new cultural policy, is timely and needed, but not ambitious enough
A draft creative and culture strategy has been released for public consultation in Aotearoa New Zealand, but James Wenley asks,…
What should I do to prepare for a monologue performance?
Monologues are the purest form of storytelling for an actor. So how do you prepare for them?
Vale Leon Paroissien: the first director of the Museum of Contemporary Art who shaped how Australians experience art
Farewell to the visual arts leader who planted 'seeds from which towering trees have grown'.
Sydney’s beloved Footbridge Theatre is making a grand return
The theatre launched some of our biggest stars and is reopening after nearly 20 years, writes Laura Ginters.
What’s the point of drama class? Ask employers...
For a start, drama classes teach the workplace skills employers want.
Married to the job? How having a self-employed partner might be hurting your happiness
The pressures of self-employment can have a significant impact on one's partner, writes Hassan Kalantari Daronkola.