Features

State of play: Comparing government support, or lack thereof
It’s no secret there's a lack of government relief for the arts sector in the wake of COVID-19, but how…

'A mother is what you are now': How motherhood impacts arts careers
Motherhood can often mean reassessing your career and surrendering to the demands of small children.

Isolation is changing the face of arts e-commerce
As traditional arts retail outlets are closed thanks to COVID-19, we take a look at the e-commerce landscape – from…

When fiction and life collide
Historical novelist Christine Bell and speculative fiction author James Bradley’s latest projects are eerily reflecting the current world crisis.

Touch-based theatre: where to from here?
When a touch-based theatre company adapted to social isolation they found new ways to engage with their audiences.

Graduating in the era of social distancing
In the face of campus closures across Australia due to the coronavirus, 2019 graduates are being honoured in a different…

Education, escapism, accessibility: How libraries continue to support us during lockdown
Libraries are enjoying a surge in membership now that people have more disposable time to explore e-resources thanks to COVID-19.

How to ask for money during a crisis
We spoke to seasoned fundraisers for their wisdom on looking for donor support during COVID-19 from readjusting your fundraising strategy…

Artists in iso: David McMicken and Tim Newth, Tracks Dance Company
In the second part of our new series we look at how the co-ADs of Darwin’s Tracks Dance Company have…

Exit interview: Angela Conquet, Dancehouse
After eight years as Artistic Director, Angela Conquet has moved on from Dancehouse. Here she reflects on challenges, triumphs and…