Writing and Publishing
Five rules for theatres engaging with refugees, immigrants and marginalised groups
When it comes to working with marginalised communities, good intentions mean little without sound ethics.
Acting unpleasantly: why harassment is so common in the theatre
Is there something in the nature of the performing arts industry which creates conditions conducive to exploitation?
Creatives announced for Gold Coast Commonwealth Games
Many Queensland artists will work on the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2018 Games, which will be viewed by…
Why are you winking at me?
Strategies for disarming sexism for people working in the arts and cultural sector.
How to write your artist bio
It's one of the most miswritten, most confused tools in the artist's kit of skills, and getting it right is…
Is it time to rethink your career plan?
Old ideas about linear career paths no longer apply in a world transformed by technology.
Cultural participation: the USA versus Australia
Within a matter of months, two major research studies have been released on cultural participation. How different are they, and…
A writer’s guide to diving deep and encountering shadows
The fundamental lesson novelist Sam Carmody learned about writing is that a significant part of the process happens beyond you,…
Destigmatising invisible illnesses, creativity and work
The arts can be difficult to navigate at the best of times, but what if your particular challenges are invisible?…
For art's sake, don’t sacrifice your sleep!
Co-founder of the Forest Fringe, Andy Field, warns artists not to mistake exhaustion for success.