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Unpacking the National Gallery's funding woes
Forty years of funding neglect of the National Gallery of Australia is jeopardising access and growth.

Turning dark days into comedy
Three comedians explore how they tackle difficult autobiographical material in their festival shows.

Keeping it genuine: running a gallery in the NT
After 22 years, RAFT artspace director Dallas Gold is shifting up the model to address market pressures and connect with…

Secrets of great artist bio pictures
Want to know how to take professional portrait pictures that put your best face forward? We’ve collected some hot tips.

How skills development in the performing arts can aid long-term recovery
After the initial scramble to put shows back on the stage, it’s time to think about sustainable long-term recovery and…

Theatre, dance and circus highlights 2023: Part 3, SA
This week we turn our eyes to South Australia, with more curated arts events for your 2023 diary.

Cruising sponsorship: taking art collecting onboard, literally
Commissioned artworks are the centrepiece of luxury cruising, linking with on shore arts sponsorship. Image ArtsHub.

After 20 years, Lindy Hume has programmed her final festival
Having curated 12 international arts festivals in 20 years, Hume says it’s time for a change of direction.

Industry responses to Australia’s Poet Laureate position
The National Cultural Policy heralds a Poet Laureate posting. What do the poets think?

Ghostwriting: what happens behind the cover?
Invisible ghostwriters slink behind-the-scenes, often hiding behind the name of the published author, but their work should be heralded.