Performing Arts
Why queer comic books are the next target of the culture wars
Queer graphic novels are the latest target of moral panic whipped up in the current culture war.
Australia’s first-ever festival of Gilbert and Sullivan’s works opens in Adelaide
A 10-day festival celebrating the comic genius of Gilbert and Sullivan is attracting new audiences and die-hard supporters.
Opportunities and awards
Our Mob calling for SA First Nations artists, plus more ABIA winners announced, and finalists of the Environmental Music Prize.
Orchestral sector continues to innovate
MSO launches in-house record label and Australian Chamber Orchestra announces ACO On Demand.
Theatre review: Happy Days, Southbank Theatre
Beckett's play about maintaining optimism in an existential crisis is deftly handled by Judith Lucy.
Musical review: Driftwood, Chapel off Chapel
A well-meaning but middle of the road production of an earnest Australian story.
Theatre review: The House of Bernarda Alba, Subiaco Arts Centre, Perth
A powerful adaptation of the famous play that explores patriarchy, sisterhood, maternal love and oppression.
Dance review: Ballet to Broadway, His Majesty's Theatre, WA
West Australian Ballet shines in this breathtaking triple bill.
Multi-year AOIP funding for WA’s small to medium arts orgs
In the latest round of WA’s three-year funding program, 37 arts organisation share an increased investment of $56 million.
Queer culture is under attack: fighting back
How can we reframe the conversation around drag story time events and stand up to the far right?