Tasmania
15 years of amplifying Tasmanian voices
Established in 2006, Tasmania Performs remains agile and responsive, and dedicated to developing Tasmanian artists and showcasing their stories to…
The sing-along festival that encourages community, connection and joy
One of Australia’s first participatory festivals returns this winter with a program that encourages audiences to collectively celebrate the power…
Theatre Review: Foxholes of the Mind, The Playhouse, Hobart
Shining a light on the long shadow of Vietnam.
Exit interview: Tim Munro, Theatre Royal, Hobart
After 17 years as CEO of Australia’s oldest continually operating theatre, Tim Munro is moving on. He reflects on his…
Dark Mofo announces Aboriginal art fund & cultural advisors after blood furore
The seed fund to develop new works by Tasmanian Aboriginal artists for future festivals will be managed by a First…
What should Tasmania’s arts priorities be post-election?
Arts leaders from across the state offer up their key arts policy suggestions for whichever political party next forms government…
Continued support for Tasmania’s arts sector
A reelected Gutwein Liberal Government will provide a 50% increase in operational funding for Tasmania’s cultural and creative organisations, says…
Dance Review: All Expenses Paid, Stompin (MONA FOMA)
Stompin's latest work was originally supposed to be presented in April 2020, and has benefitted from the extra-long development process.
The challenge of programming festivals for more than one city
The Artistic Directors of major festivals in Perth, Darwin, Brisbane and other mainland capitals only have to satisfy their local…
COVID-19 closure threatens the future of Mudlark Theatre
Bans on gatherings of more than 100 people meant Mudlark’s production of a new Tasmanian play could not go ahead.…