Performing Arts
Chinese dwarfs find success in shadow puppetry
Dwarfs in China traditionally face discrimination, but as puppeteers they may have found success in a perfectly suitable form of…
Mali’s cultural heritage under threat
UNESCO has sent out a plea to armed forces fighting in Mali to protect the nation’s rich cultural heritage.
Tattooed artist bucks trend in Czech presidential race
With his face and body covered almost entirely in tattoos, Vladimir Franz could be –at least physically – one of…
How to be a good audience
Performers train for years and rehearse for weeks. Is it too much to expect a little effort from audiences? Share…
Bob Dylan releases limited edition box set to dodge copyright laws
Bob Dylan has released a limited edition 50th anniversary box set, in a ploy to avoid the tracks coming out…
Quincy Jones announces plans for Dubai Music Week
Legendary music producer Quincy Jones has announced plans to launch a music industry trade show and several festivals in Dubai
Lebanon's Al-Bustan Festival celebrates 20 years
The Al-Bustan Festival celebrates its 20 year anniversary in 2013. This year's festival is entitled "This World needs Music".
Performing arts skills are being lost
Old style hands-on training taught skills that young performing artists are not learning.
Theatre companies can't afford to perform in WA's State Theatre
Prohibitive costs mean theatre companies often find it impossible to make a profit at WA’s State Theatre.
Are arts and sports equally good for you?
Research is attempting to compare the mental health and wellbeing outcomes of arts participants and spectators with sports participants and…