Performing Arts
A national body for First Nations arts and culture
A new report borne out of consultations with the sector will move forward the idea of a national body for…
Why ‘autobiographical art’ is making a comeback
Though autobiographical art dropped out of favour for some time, there’s been a welcome resurgence of art that explores lived…
Dance review: SITU-8:CITY
Unusual site-specific dance works that respond to a key element from a film.
Theatre review: Boy, Lost
The true story of a boy snatched from his mother’s arms and their journey back to one another makes for…
Theatre review: The Lovers
Bell Shakespeare's first musical is fun and sparkly, but hasn't quite worked out its target audience.
Theatre review: One Hour No Oil
A powerful exploration of intimacy, masculinity and economic disenfranchisement in modern day Australia.
Theatre review: Girls & Boys, MTC
Despite a fine performance from Nikki Shiels, this MTC production of Dennis Kelly’s powerful script is enervated and underwhelming.
When history is a prop for contemporary ideas
ArtsHub speaks with Angela Goh ahead of her new project with Sydney Opera House’s retired Concert Hall ‘doughnuts’.
Performance review: The Special Comedy Comedy Special
Asian-Australian comedians, both emerging and established, share the stage in night of merriment.
The changing face of chamber music in Australia
Chamber music is increasingly being played by small-scale orchestras at festivals around the country, while enjoying a popular resurgence.