Richard Watts

Richard Watts OAM is ArtsHub's National Performing Arts Editor; he also presents the weekly program SmartArts on Three Triple R FM. Richard is a life member of the Melbourne Queer Film Festival, a Melbourne Fringe Festival Living Legend, and was awarded the Sidney Myer Performing Arts Awards' Facilitator's Prize in 2020. In 2021 he received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Green Room Awards Association. Most recently, Richard received a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in June 2024. Follow him on Twitter: @richardthewatts

Richard Watts's Latest Articles

Features

Why death is an asset in the arts

Companies large and small are benefiting from bequest programs, but asking supporters to consider their mortality isn’t always an easy…

Features

How to facilitate a panel successfully

A great moderator can make the difference between a boring discussion and a memorable one. Here are some tips to…

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How to succeed in Generation Slashie

Working in multiple roles – for instance as a writer/actor/director/producer – is increasingly common but the multiple satisfactions come with…

Features

Between two worlds

Canberra’s Segue Festival aims to strengthen cultural ties between Europe and Australia, providing benefits for artists and audiences alike.

News

Vale Prince: end of a purple reign

The innovative guitarist, showman and singer-songwriter has died aged 57.

Features

My favourite Shakespeare

Picking favourites can be a revealing exercise. On the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death, we discover how his words resonate…

Career Advice

Keeping fresh and focused in a long-term role

Tips and ideas from sector colleagues to keep you inspired in an ongoing role.

Career Advice

Knowing when it's time to go

Arts industry figures share their stories about knowing when it's time to seek the next challenge, and how to handle…

News

Best of the Bowie tributes

From his impact on music to his socio-political influence, David Bowie's death has sparked a wave of writings and reflection.

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Remembering Alan Rickman

The British actor has died aged 69, surrounded by family and friends.

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