Performing Arts
What’s on an artist’s studio playlist?
Want to hear how The Huxleys bonded over music or learn about Abdul Abdullah's favourite podcasts? Read on.
So you want my arts job: Chorus Master
Paul Fitzsimon has been Opera Australia’s Chorus Master since 2019. Here, he shares the secrets of his trade.
When a commission is spent on engagement, not outcome
The conclusion of TextaQueen’s latest exhibition prompts consideration of the value of a significant commission.
User-friendly Work Well Guide launched for the Arts
The Arts Wellbeing Collective has released a ground-breaking guide to improving mental health in the performing arts.
So you want my arts job: set designer
If you’re collaborative, highly organised and can balance both technical and creative skills, a career in stage design may be…
Fringe benefits: does playing Edinburgh really help your career?
Four Australian artists reflect on their trip to the world’s biggest arts festival and consider whether the benefits of attending…
How video games are bringing orchestral music to new ears
Wonderful orchestral and art music is being composed for video games along with greats of the classical canon repurposed into…
So you want my arts job: Choreographer
Freelance dancer and choreographer Eliza Cooper explores the multi-faceted aspects of her profession and the excitement of interdisciplinary practices.
Yoga and science helping sax players keep calm and carry on
Saxophonist Nikki Demandolx puts herself to the test to highlight health and wellbeing.
How to make a comeback after you’re forced to stop
Injury can be a really abstract concept but hardly avoidable in the acrobatic profession. Here is how to ‘get over…