Opinions & Analysis

Soundcheck report tabled … and serious work is required for survival
Creative Australia has released its Soundcheck report into Australia’s music festival sector. ArtsHub takes a look at the findings.

Top Arts 2024: five student artists to watch
With an overall strong cohort of VCE student artists, ‘Top Arts 2024’ exemplifies dedication and thoughtfulness from young stars.

5 things about WOMADelaide for 2025
Even the most well-established festivals welcome newcomers every year. For those considering WOMADelaide next year, here are some things you…

The QSO, AI and the challenge of authenticity
The Queensland Symphony Orchestra has been criticised for its use of AI in an advertising campaign, but are we being…

Mona Foma – working to increase accessibility
Accessibility is not a 'one and done' issue, but festivals like Mona Foma are moving in the right direction.

Craft hobbies you may have overlooked
Apart from crocheting and knitting, there are other craft hobbies that have come back into fashion with new aesthetic twits.

What is community engaged practice?
Community engaged practice is not an art form. It’s not an add-on. It’s a way of working, a deep collaboration.

Literary judging: take a look behind the scenes
ArtsHub answers some frequently asked questions about literary judging.

How do you know when it’s time to move on?
A recent Disability Arts Residency gave AAV's CEO the reassurance that the sector will be in good hands when she…

Why you should pay attention to Central Asia ecological art
Ecological art in Central Asia confronts oppressive state power and the environmental crisis, yet is overlooked in contemporary discourse.