Australia
Too many festivals bad for local artists
Arts festivals make politicians feel good but they depress independent artists who don't fit the festival mode.
Understanding health care with a paintbrush
Using painting as a research tool has enabled a new understanding of creativity in cancer support, pharmacy and Aboriginal health.
What’s hot in world music
We take a journey through some of the hottest countries for ‘world music’ to discover the sounds that are shaping…
The Rise of the Fifth Estate: Social Media and Blogging in Australian Politics
An important book about the benefits and pitfalls of social media’s relationship to journalism and politics, well-researched and clearly told.
Who is Ai Weiwei? Artist, dissident, superstar?
Chinese artist Ai Weiwei is a global icon, as celebrated for his activism as his art. We examine the different…
Some Dumb Play
This experiment in allowing audience members to direct the production's narrative is ultimately unsuccessful.
SOYA announces People’s Choice winners
The Qantas Spirit of Youth Awards (SOYA) has announced the winners of its popular vote category.
Griffith REVIEW 38: The Novella Project
An eclectic and thought-provoking collection of stories, captivating from start to finish.
Harvest Festival 2012
Harvest 2012 was close to being the perfect music festival experience.
Director responds to criticism of Parramasala
The artistic director of Parramasala denies criticism it has failed to connect with the local South Asian community.