Performing Arts
This week’s appointments and departures
Arts organisations have been busy reshuffling before the Australia Day long weekend.
A new Iron Curtain over the arts in Hungary?
The arts community in Hungary is suffering under conditions reminiscent of the Soviet-era.
Classical artforms shine
Announcements this week show that classical art forms are still holding their own and drawing the big crowds.
Creating opportunities for regional youth
For city-raised musicians it can be a shock to discover the difficulties for young rural players.
Corporate partnerships and the arts
This week has seen a few shifts in corporate dealings that could mean big changes for the arts.
Why the Greens are an arts party
In the first arts play in the 2013 federal election campaign the Greens have announced a policy for a $10…
Here Lies Henry
This epic monologue veers like a Mad Mouse between endearing, witty, existential, awkward, hilarious, insightful and more, often simultaneously.
African music festival gives voice to censored artists
This year’s Sauti za Busara music festival will feature African artists whose music is restricted in their home countries.
How art changes lives
Becoming an artist can be a liberation, a catharsis, a source of meaning, life satisfaction or existential peace.
The Mother F**ker with the Hat
Set in Puerto Rican New York, this fast-paced, foul-mouthed comedy doesn’t gloss over any of the life struggles faced by…