Performing Arts
Like magic, conjuring makes a comeback
From Adelaide Fringe to Sydney Opera House, magic is having a renaissance on Australian stages – but why?
Theatre review: Solas, La Mama
A lesser known tale of James Joyce's daughter comes to the fore.
Theatre review: An Unforgivably Brief History of Australian Theatre with Dr Rob
An entertaining and edifying survey of Australian theatre throughout the ages.
Circus review: Girls with Altitude, Flying Fruit Fly Circus
Cartoons meet circus arts in this joyously feminist work inspired by the works of Judy Horacek.
A new chapter unites physical theatre and orchestra
Aerial extraordinaire Legs On The Wall and Willoughby Symphony Orchestra will present another iteration of orchestral delight in Chatswood.
Theatre review: Guards at the Taj, Riverside
A tale of conflicted loyalties against a monumental testament to beauty.
Theatre review: Medea and Jason, Adelaide Fringe
Musical theatre tackling both faces of the Euripides play.
Dance review: Anna Karenina, The Australian Ballet
All the creative forces join to ensure power and sublimity in this dance interpretation of a classic novel.
What makes an arts precinct?
Art precincts can drive social and economic value, but what defines them in the first place?
The arts news you may have missed
What's on, what's in the headlines, and the latest program releases – to put you ahead of the game this…