Australia

Stella Count returns and free books initiative launches
Gender and book reviewing... Stella returns for another count, plus free books to be placed on public transport.

Dance review: Horizon, Drama Theatre, Sydney Opera House
Bangarra Dance Theatre’s darkly beautiful new production draws upon the ancient roots of both Australian and New Zealand First Nations…

7 signs of severe creative burnout
Almost everyone experiences creative droughts, but how can you tell when you're genuinely putting your health at risk?

Opportunities and awards
Entries open for digital literary award, plus winners of Art Handlers' Awards at the National Portrait Gallery and Creative Australia…

What a surge in art prize entrants reveals about arts participation in Australia
Many Australian art prizes are receiving record entries. The reasons behind this growth suggests some shifting dynamics are at play.

Exhibition review: Pharaoh, NGV International
This is an exhibition that demonstrates how we can shift up and still surprise – and how we can show…

Art world remembers Australia’s oldest painter, Guy Warren
Celebrating the remarkable life and legacy of painter Guy Warren, who died last week.

Driving cultural ambition with touring performances and global partnerships
Hong Kong is driving its arts and cultural strategy with touring performances to Australia and a global partnership with Art…

Theatre review: The Woman in Black, QPAC
A powerful production of this acclaimed British thriller has commenced its Australian nationwide tour.Â

Theatre review: Death in the Pantheon, Flight Path Theatre
The latest production from Sydney’s Upper Crass Theatre Company is somewhat flawed – but not without its charms.Â