Paul Stanhope: Singing and the ‘Strad’
While noting the generosity of philanthropists who donate valuable instruments, the composer makes a case for funding the human voice.
December 20, 2017
Australia Council dishes out $7.2 million for 270 arts projects
Sydney Chamber Opera and Legs on the Wall are among the big winners in the latest funding round.
May 17, 2017
Mitch Fifield scraps controversial Catalyst Fund
The Turnbull Government’s volte face will see $61 million returned to the Australia Council over four years.
March 18, 2017
Revenue from live performance fell 6.7% in 2015
The Ticket Attendance and Revenue Survey 2015 shows overall declines, but ballet and dance buck the trend. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
November 30, 2016
Circa CEO slams “two-stream” arts funding
Yaron Lifschitz has condemned what he describes as a “government entrenched oligarchy of privilege”. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
November 30, 2016
Good news for Qld arts despite a faux pas by the Premier
Four-year funding goes to 39 organisations for the first time, with increased investment by the Queensland Government. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
September 5, 2016
City Recital Hall offers lifeline for defunded ensembles
In the wake of recent funding cuts, the Sydney venue will stage a benefit for Synergy, Taikoz and Gondwana Choirs. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 31, 2016
The Greens release policy proposals to boost Australian Arts
Party will reverse cuts and invest extra $270.2 million, doubling investment in small to medium arts organisations. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 31, 2016
Arts Minister: Don’t judge Government on funding alone
Senator Mitch Fifield says the arts are the “soul of the nation” but doesn’t think slashed Federal subsidies should be criticised. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
March 18, 2016
George Brandis sacked as Minister for the Arts
Mitch Fifield picks up the cultural portfolio as Malcolm Turnbull listens to the arts community. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
September 20, 2015
Editor’s Note: June 5, 2015
Artists turn to photoshop with their own set of reforms.
June 5, 2015