Festivals
Price first, design later - how the arts can learn from IKEA
Setting the price point for an arts event can often be the death of it. IKEA demonstrate how flipping the…
Mona Foma confirms Launceston relocation
The Tasmanian government has committed $1.75 million to the relocation of Mona Foma (MoFo) to Launceston for each of next…
Review: Dark Mofo 2018
Hobart’s renowned winter festival encourages punters to take risks, and rewards visitors with fascinating arts experiences.
5 intriguing shows to catch at Chapel Street’s PROVOCARÉ Festival of the Arts
PROVOCARÉ, the most talked about festival in Melbourne, will open soon. Here’s our top picks from the program.
Woolworths reverses decision to cancel Spencer Tunick nude installation
'The Woolworths Group has always been supportive of the Arts Festival. This is not a decision based on the artist…
The waning shadow of the Tasmanian Gothic
Tasmanian artists are increasingly exploring themes which speak to contemporary life, including the island's history of protest and activism.
The allure of art in the dark: why we love winter festivals
Recent years have seen rapid growth in the number of winter arts festivals, but is there more to their popularity…
Film festival showcases the world in 15 minutes or less
How do you select the finalists for a short film competition when you have almost 2000 entries to choose from?…
Why Fringe Festivals are the centre point of our culture
Recent events may have left some artists questioning the validity of the Fringe model. Simon Abrahams, Creative Director/CEO of Melbourne…
Melbourne Festival to seek new artistic director for 2020
The current Artistic Director of Melbourne Festival, Jonathan Holloway, will step down from the role after completing his fourth festival…