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Acknowledging past trauma through healing art practices
A new exhibition asks how we can regain control over the residues of past trauma through personal memories and local…
Rendered speechless: how a wordless opera came to be
Propelled by the Human Rights Commission Report into Children in Immigration Detention, Cat Hope’s opera transcends the political to create…
How an indie company is working to engage new audiences
Pairing with local businesses with an established customer base can help transform unengaged audiences into cabaret fans.
Art as a balm for the island state
In the wake of January’s devastating bushfires, Ten Days on the Island offers Tasmanians a chance to come together and…
Creative life after kids – how to make it work
Juggling a creative career with irregular work and income is challenging at the best of times, but what happens when…
How legislation has given AGNSW the blockbuster edge
Protection against seizure and restitution has enabled some of China's most important objects, once housed in the Imperial Palace and…
Stories of the Stolen Generations: How the arts told a hidden history
Music can help bring people onside before they even realise they are onside, says Aboriginal songwriter and survivor of the…
From the street to the gallery: artists talk about creative transitions
Whether it’s pavement art, graffiti, or murals, creating work for the street can be a very different experience to creating…
Five ways to boost Australian writers’ earnings
From introducing a bestseller clause in contracts to allowing authors to reclaim their rights towards the end of a work’s…
WA dance company turns isolation into inspiration
How do you encourage local dancers to stay in WA instead of seeking career opportunities on the east coast? By…