Opinions & Analysis
The real story of access tours for blind people
Galleries tout access opportunities for disabled patrons but the real situation is dismal for blind art-lovers.
International coalition battles for artists' rights
UNESCO work on the status of the artists, a New York certification program and a Canadian exhibition right all have…
Programming for the home team
The Darwin Symphony Orchestra has programmed six premieres this year, emphasizing that orchestral music is evolving here and now.
Hate sport? Just dance
Health advocates are promoting dance as a fitness alternative with broad public appeal.
A National Theatre of Australia is needed, and it’s time
A national theatre could support and promote the many sensibilities and talents that make up the cultural spectrum.
What is a VIP pass really worth?
Are VIP passes just for massaging the egos of the "celebarati" or do they serve a valuable role in the…
Only bravery can save artists from Australia’s elite arts ‘clubhouse’
Our major performing arts organisations are Australian culture’s country clubs, sponsored by a matrix of old money and old-school networks…
Making programming decisions
Australia's biggest classical music event is an opportunity for more than 50 classical musicians but how does the director decide…
About that 'Great Australian Musical'
The idea of 'The Great Australian Musical' is counter-productive nonsense that dismisses or defeats the many great musicals Australia produces.
National Opera Review: listening but to what end?
The Opera Australia Review will short change Victoria, and itself, if it ignores useful comparisons with the Victorian Opera.