Opinions & Analysis
Inclusive theatre beyond the ghettos
Separate theatre initiatives for disabled artists are giving way to an integrated international movement for inclusive theatre.
Why Shakespeare still matters
To celebrate Shakespeare's 450th birthday, Australia's leading exponent asks why actors and audiences still love the Bard.
The Emperor's New Social Work
There is much hubris in the community art sector but cultural solutions to social problems should expect failure
Arts are key to redefining ageing
Leonard Cohen and Helen Reddy are both seniors, modelling the power of the arts to sustain later life.
Savage theme has far from serene results
The theme of an international photographic competition draws on stereotypes, undermining the work of portrait photographers.
Can performance art be collected?
In recent years we have seen a revival of performance art but its ephemeral nature can create collection issues.
Not a hobby
It's probably not wise to tell the guy who holds your life in his hands, that he is a patronising…
Enabling learning for art gallery visitors
Audiences need to feel safe to have their ideas disrupted if they are to learn in an art gallery.
Can site specific work tour?
Three curators and five artists sounds complicated enough, now tour a site-specific work to three cities.
Google Play
Google's entry into the streaming marketplace won't be worth much but it will be good for musicians.