News: Arts
First details released for Biennale of Sydney 25th edition in 2026
The Biennale of Sydney has today released the first details for its 25th edition being held from 14th March to 14th June 2026, including the appointment of the next Fondation...
Mar 25, 2025
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Inaugural ARIA Innovator explores most pressing shifts facing the Australian Music industry
The inaugural ARIA Innovator ended today at the State Library of NSW having brought together artists, managers, executives, founders, and thinkers to talk seriously about the...
Mar 25, 2025
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Curtain comes down for Fremantle Theatre Company
The Fremantle Theatre Company FTC), a cornerstone of Fremantle’s arts community, has announced that it will cease operations following the conclusion of its lease at Victoria...
Mar 24, 2025
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Maud Page appointed as 10th director of Art Gallery of NSW
Following a competitive international recruitment process, Maud Page has been appointed as the new director of the Art Gallery of New South Wales. Page becomes the 10th director...
Mar 21, 2025
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Australian recorded music industry posts sixth consecutive year of growth
Newly released data from the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) shows the Australian recorded music industry posted its sixth consecutive year of growth in 2024,...
Mar 20, 2025
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IMBA Theatre to be first Singapore venue dedicated to large-scale, immersive experiences
Set to open in December 2025, a new venue from Immersive Media Based Arts (IMBA) will be the latest attraction at Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay, merging technology, art, and...
Mar 20, 2025
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Genesian Theatre opens production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth at new Rozelle venue
The Genesian Theatre has opened its production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth at their stunning new Rozelle venue in Sydney's inner west. Murder and madness take centre stage as this...
Mar 19, 2025
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Work commences on Australia's first Vietnamese Museum
Work is officially underway on Australia’s first ever Vietnamese Cultural Centre and Museum, with the first sod turned on the site in Sunshine – a focal point for Vietnamese...
Mar 18, 2025
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fabALICE festival returns to Alice Springs
fabALICE, a vibrant four-day festival of colour, creativity, celebration and inclusivity featuring talented drag queens and kings from the Territory and beyond, is returning to...
Mar 18, 2025
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Theatre Royal Sydney confirms ticketing partnership with Tixly
Fast growing performing arts ticketing software company Tixly has announced its expansion into Australia, agreeing a partnership with Theatre Royal Sydney. The collaboration...
Mar 17, 2025
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Feedback sought on draft cultural strategy for Parramatta
The City of Parramatta has revealed its 10-year cultural strategy - Creative Parramatta. This forward-looking approach outlines the aspirations of the community, arts and...
Mar 17, 2025
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Adelaide Botanic Garden Chihuly glass exhibition exceeds attendance expectations
The exclusive, Australian-first exhibition Chihuly in the Adelaide Botanic Garden has attracted over one million visitors since opening in September 2024 well surpassing its...
Mar 16, 2025
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National Theatre of Parramatta to deliver Heartland Festival
National Theatre of Parramatta (NTofP) will be presenting Heartland Festival, a two-week festival from 25th June to 5th July 2025 featuring world premieres, theatre, spoken...
Mar 15, 2025
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ARIA and PPCA advise Lynne Small will be stepping down from Chief Operating Officer role
The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) and Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) have thanked Lynne Small for nearly three decades of exceptional...
Mar 14, 2025
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Cairns Regional Council supports return of contemporary First Nations music event
Cairns Regional Council has endorsed $50,000 to help secure the return of a First Nations contemporary music event that is part of the state-wide Queensland Music Trails (QMT)...
Mar 12, 2025
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Penrith Council marks Harmony Week 2025 with free community multicultural event
The Penrith community has been invited by Council to participate in ‘Culture Fusion’ - a fun free multicultural event at Lang Park, St Marys on Saturday 22nd March 2025, to...
Mar 11, 2025
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Head construction contractor announced for Melbourne’s NGV Contemporary art gallery
The Victorian Government has awarded Lendlease the contract to commence construction on Melbourne’s 'The Fox: NGV Contemporary' – anticipated to be the largest gallery dedicated...
Mar 10, 2025
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Launceston’s Albert Hall secures $3.9 million towards upgrades
The City of Launceston has voted to invest a further $3.9 million towards upgrades and improvements within its Albert Hall convention centre, in addition to the Eastern Wing...
Mar 9, 2025
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Hazelhurst Arts Centre marks 25 years of delivering arts and culture
Hazelhurst Arts Centre has been delivering arts and culture to southern Sydney for 25 years and since opening in 2000, the Centre has welcomed over 3.8 million visitors. Founded...
Mar 9, 2025
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WOMADelaide festival returns to Adelaide
WOMADelaide has returned to Adelaide attracting music lovers, festivalgoers and artists from across the world for four spectacular days and nights. WOMADelaide – World Of Music...
Mar 7, 2025
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Live Nation announces rebranding of its Secret Sounds Connect marketing agency
Global leader in live entertainment, Live Nation, has announced the rebranding of its ‘Secret Sounds Connect’ to ‘Connect by Live Nation’ - highlighting a continued commitment...
Mar 5, 2025
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Brisbane's Thomas Dixon Centre to become an exciting new culinary destination
With the opening of Tom’s Kitchen on 12th March, followed by a premium dining restaurant later in the month, the Thomas Dixon Centre - home of Queensland Ballet - is set to...
Mar 5, 2025
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Live music and triathlon among Lake Macquarie festival offerings
The Lake Mac Festival is underway with the inaugural four month long festival including live music and triathlon in March. Lake Macquarie City Council Manager Arts Culture and...
Mar 4, 2025
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Adelaide Fringe tickets discounted to celebrate inaugural SA Women’s Week
The South Australian Government has funded discounted Adelaide Fringe tickets to celebrate South Australia’s inaugural SA Women’s Week. The SA Government’s Office for Women...
Mar 4, 2025
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