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The 12 best Australian plays of the 21st century
Due to popular demand, ArtsHub is publishing more details of its recent poll. Did your favourite make it into the…
Is a four-day work week viable in the arts?
The benefits of a four-day work week are undeniable, but the arts and creative sectors aren't as flexible as other…
Setting boundaries: 3 essential strategies
Setting boundaries can be beneficial for your workload and your mental health. Here are some tips to do so respectfully.
Outrage and resentment: the arts are not a meritocracy
Some parts of the professional industry operate under a veneer of a meritocracy. But artists aren't buying it.
Unpacking slow productivity: how artists can combat burnout and enhance creativity
'Quiet quitting' has subsided, but 'slow productivity' is taking its place. The effects are being felt worldwide.
Navigating depression: 5 essential tips for creative artists
Artists remain vulnerable to burnout and depression. These tips can help manage the feelings of overwhelm.
Are auditions for acting schools fair?
Auditions at acting schools have become a mini industry. But many are concerned about the practice's economics and accessibility.
Banksy inspires innovative new dance work
A decade-long collaboration sees Chris Dyke, a choreographer and dancer with Down syndrome, building a new work inspired by world-famous…
5 AI creative writing tools
There is a boom in AI creative writing tools. We've selected five essentials to get you started.
Booktopia is poised to collapse – what next?
Booktopia, Australia's largest online book retailer, went into voluntary administration last week. The industry is reeling.