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Go behind the scenes on World Ballet Day
Now in its sixth year, World Ballet Day is a global celebration of dance and a unique look at a…
Double Booker Prize breaks rules and makes history
Bernardine Evaristo, the first black woman to win the award since it started in 1969, shares the prize with Margaret…
The Thorn Birds goes under the hammer
Sotheby’s Australia has announced that a collection of treasures from the estate of Colleen McCullough will go to auction later…
Reduce workplace stress by escaping the office through art
New research shows that art in the workplace improves mental fatigue, suggesting a valuable commercial opportunity for artists.
Creating more women directors
Gillian Armstrong and Pearl Tan speak out on taking over the power positions in film, TV and theatre, plus how…
Exhibition calls for solidarity with Hong Kong
Sleepless Summer endeavours to rally support for democracy protests with works from Australian and Hong Kong artists.
Melissa Lucashenko wins 2019 Miles Franklin for Too Much Lip
The Bundjalung author’s hard-hitting novel wins Australia’s most prestigious literary award.
Beef, coal, and hot tracks: Aus music exports earn $195 million each year
Australian music is performing remarkably overseas, according to a new Australia Council report.
How circus and theatre support young people’s mental health
New studies in SA and WA demonstrate the positive impact of the performing arts on young people’s mental health and…