Packer’s Sydney arts donation a lay-down misere
Daily Review journalist Ben Neutze says James Packer's major arts donation -- in exchange for approval for his Sydney casino -- raises questions around the meaning and funding of culture in Australia.
View ArticleRing Cycle: if you can watch 16 hours of opera, read on
Wagner's 16 hour-long Ring Cycle is not for the casual opera fan, but die-hards are in for a treat.
View ArticleRundle: so you think you can effect political change? Stop holding dance-offs!
The arts community is up in arms about Brandis' announced funding cuts. But it's going about that protest all wrong. Here's what would actually work. The post Rundle: so you think you can effect...
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Aunty’s pain in the arts
With the ABC announcing another review into its arts programming, David Salter explores the unfortunate complexities involved in the modern media marketplace. The post Aunty’s pain in the arts appeared...
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Our new national arts policy still offers nothing for the little guys
There's a growing resentment in the arts sector, and Australia’s cultural ministers just ensured it will continue growing for at least the next decade. The post Our new national arts policy still...
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Harsh actions drive culture change push at the elite end of arts and sport
The coronavirus crisis has revealed the folly of stacking the boards of cultural organisations with members of the corporate elite. The post Harsh actions drive culture change push at the elite end of...
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Under COVID cover, Morrison enacts a war on culture — and wins
Australia has been letting the arts die by a thousand cuts for years — COVID-19 was just the latest stroke. The post Under COVID cover, Morrison enacts a war on culture — and wins appeared first on...
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To save the arts we don’t need lobbyists, we need movie stars
Behind-the-scenes lobbying for the arts has been far less effective than using public figures to garner support. It's time for our stars to shine. The post To save the arts we don’t need lobbyists, we...
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Kennedy call confirmed … crackers climate conspiracy … anti-vaxxers’ empty...
Australia and Caroline Kennedy make it official, months after we reported on the rumoured ambassadorial posting. This and more from the bunker. The post Kennedy call confirmed … crackers climate...
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The ABC sacrifices cultural depth for topical breadth in latest cuts
There are still pockets of excellent arts coverage scattered across the national broadcaster, but they are getting harder and harder to find. And the latest round of staff cuts will only make things...
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