Melbourne Symphony Orchestra looks to the future
As the Orchestra fights for survival, Managing Director Sophie Galaise outlines the next steps, while a petition calling for her and the MSO Board to be stood down is circulating online.
May 8, 2020
Australia Council to deliver $735,000 to artists thanks to private sector partnerships
A number of artists are set to receive valuable grants and scholarships during this time of industry difficulty.
May 7, 2020
The SSO and employees sign up to new workplace arrangements
In response to COVID-19, the musicians, administrative staff and leadership team have agreed on reduced hours and salaries until the end of 2021.
May 5, 2020
Ian Whitney named new Layton Emerging Composer Fellow
The composer will create two works for the Australia Ensemble over 12 months, and receive mentoring as part of the $10,000 Fellowship.
May 5, 2020
ABC calls for new music by Australian classical and jazz composers
As part of its $5 million Fresh Start Fund, individuals and companies are being asked to apply for its new commissioning fund.
May 5, 2020
Sydney’s Carriageworks goes into voluntary administration
The converted railway works is Australia’s largest multi-arts centre and COVID-19's biggest arts scalp to date.
May 5, 2020
Winners of the 2020 Performing Arts WA Awards Announced
Sukhjit Kaur Khalsa's Fully Sikh took home three awards in this year's ceremony, presented by presented by Artist Relief Fund WA.
May 4, 2020
Winners of the 2020 Head On Photo Awards announced
Works by the winners and finalists will be presented online as part of the Head On(line) Photo Festival, now accessible.
May 4, 2020
Opera Australia launches a free online streaming platform
OA | TV will feature operas starring Dame Joan Sutherland, the Handa Operas on Sydney Harbour, and an interview series called In Conversation with Lyndon Terracini.
May 4, 2020
Annette Shun Wah is OzAsia Festival’s new Artistic Director
Though this year’s Festival won’t go ahead, Shun Wah will helm an online program of events exploring Australia’s relationship to Asia through the arts.
May 2, 2020
Topology releases the first part of its new project Drought Stories
The Brisbane quintet is developing a seven-part multi-media project about the climate crisis affecting regional Queensland towns, with the first part premiering online now.
May 1, 2020
Jo Thomas wins 2020 Telstra Queensland Business Women’s Awards
The CEO and Artistic Director of Metro Arts has called on the Federal Government to recognise the value of Australia’s cultural sector.
April 30, 2020
Lynn Harrell has died
The gifted American cellist, 76, is mourned by all who knew and loved him.
April 30, 2020