Performing Arts

NAVA responds to persistent NSW political interference
Coinciding with a national call out for greater artistic courage, NAVA also responds to continued political interference in arts decisions…

Review: People Suck: A Musical Airing of Grievances
With the potential to become something of a cult-classic, People Suck does well to deliver an entertaining piece of theatre.

Applications now open for City of Stonnington Arts and Cultural Grants
Five grant types on offer across the visual and performing arts, covering venue hire costs and providing over $20,000 for…

Don’t ban Michael Jackson’s music – talk about the accusations
Is banning the music of artists accused of reprehensible behaviour the best course of action? Why single out Jackson for…

New home for independent arts as Melbourne Fringe takes over Trades Hall
After 17 years at North Melbourne Town Hall, the Fringe is taking over the license of the Trades Hall bar.…

Review: The Sixteen – An Immortal Legacy, City Recital Hall
Smooth, cool and gracious, one of the best ensembles of its kind.

Review: Unsolicited Male, Q44 Theatre
The world premiere of Ron Elisha’s Unsolicited Male brings the #metoo movement to the workplace.

Review: 33 Variations, Comedy Theatre
Oscar, Emmy, Tony and Golden Star winning actress Ellen Burstyn makes her Australian stage debut, a centrepiece of the show…

Applause: latest funding and awards announced
Finalists for the Dobell Drawing Prize announced, recipient of the $100,000 Ian Potter Moving Image Commission revealed, Stella Prize shortlist…

Best practice guidelines create inclusive spaces for trans, non-binary artists
New guidelines aim to provide institutions, galleries and curators with tools and strategies for working with and supporting trans, non-binary…