Performing Arts
Helping universities' threatened humanities
The recent fee increases for university humanities degrees will have knock-on effect for the arts. Fleur Kilpatrick argues that now…
Collaboration made easy: 6 ways to build a writing relationship
New York Times-bestselling Australian author Sean Williams offers advice on the different ways to approach creative co-writing.
Artists Essentials Toolkit video #2: Getting your art noticed online
Ever wondered about SEO? Or using social media to promote your artwork? Our second video in this series looks at…
Training a new generation of performers about intimacy, safety and creativity
From the film Fame to MeToo and most recently COVID-19, history says there is still more that can be done…
Taking action for cultural safety
COVID-19 has impacted most heavily on those who were already systemically underserved or excluded. With a global call for change…
Burnout, slob, slack or daydreamer: What we can learn from the 'not-working' types
Not-working can create discomfort for many of us who are used to perpetual doing. Learning about the four inertial archetypes…
The case for a Universal Basic Income: freeing artists from neo-liberalism
The misery of being exploited by capitalists is nothing compared to the misery of not being exploited at all.
From addiction to recovery: unpicking the challenges of the rock'n'roll lifestyle
From gigging musician to rock star, musicians’ lives present a range of wellbeing challenges. A new book offers professional perspectives,…
What can the world's oldest games festival teach the arts about survival?
Freeplay independent games festival has survived for over sixteen years. The past and present directors share the lessons they have…
Artists Essentials Toolkit video #1: how to get your art online
In our new video series we look at getting started with your online presence from a blog to websites to…