Performing Arts

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?

Theatre review: A Streetcar named Desire, Genesian Theatre
A solid iteration of a much-loved and performed classic.

Music review: Among the Birds and the Trees, Conservatorium Theatre, Brisbane
Musica Viva’s latest tour offers three wonderful virtuosic performers in a thoughtful and well-presented themed concert.

Theatre review: Macbeth, Fairfax Studio, Arts Centre Melbourne
Bell Shakespeare's production is minimalist and contemporary.

Theatre review: The Bleeding Tree, The Blue Room Theatre
This unforgettable murder ballad explores the tense relationship between violence, complicity, unity and resilience.

Star-studded music line-up for SXSW Sydney
The massive creative industries showcase and networking event, South by Southwest (SXSW) lands in Sydney this October.

‘Let’s pretend this is a film’ – when screen techniques tread the boards
There’s a long and storied tradition of film technology appearing on our stages, but to what end?

Dance review: Identity, Sydney Opera House
Two separate performances exemplify the grace and power of two of Australia's leading choreographers: Daniel Riley and Alice Topp.

Opportunities and awards
Regional Arts Victoria touring callout, plus winners of 2023 APRA Music Award, finalists of humour writing, and more!