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How theatre companies are creating parent-friendly policies
Women in theatre are warned not to have children because motherhood will derail their careers, but in the US, a…
From edifice to ecology: how performing arts centres continue to evolve
Australia's performing arts centres are increasingly focused on sector development and supporting the country's independent artists and the small to…
The queer artists redefining our interpretation of masculinity
Two new works premiering at LGBTI festivals this summer are inviting audiences to challenge conventional notions of masculinity through performance…
Eight Australian picture books that celebrate family diversity
From same-sex families and single parents to multiculturalism, here are eight books for young children that showcase a diverse Australia.
What to look out for in 2019: performing arts (part two)
From orchestral performances and musical theatre to regional companies and opera, here are more of the most intriguing performances and…
Five things you should know before you date a writer
Thinking about dating a poet, novelist or short story writer? Author Lani Wendt Young explains why you probably shouldn't.
Writers festivals, literary prizes and competitions in 2019
Love all things writing related? Here’s a list to transfer straight into your calendar.
What to look out for in 2019: performing arts (part one)
From subscription brochures, independent programs and festival guides, we’ve scoured the country for some of the most intriguing performances and…
What the folk? Whatever happened to Australia’s national folklife centre?
The Australian Folklife Centre should have been an early victory in Australia’s culture wars: a moment when the Federal Government…
What we loved in 2018: performing arts
From classical music to contemporary circus, here are the shows that wowed our reviewers this year.