This week’s top art news articles
What caught our readers’ attention last week? Here’s the art news that caught your eye.
Activists will say transgender roles should go to trans actors, but I don’t think so.
Was the world turned upside down when a children’s author was played by a transgender actor and a transgender character was played by a cis actor?
Recent art award winners that defy common sense
Artists aren’t generally known for their love of rules and conventions, but some recent art award winners have inspired juries with their fresh take on their art form .
Mental health is a human right: we are talking about a revolution
World Mental Health Day is an opportunity to question the systems that undermine human well-being and creativity.
This week, the arts world also bid farewell to many luminaries, and readers paid tribute to their contributions.
Vale Cal Wilson
New Zealand-born, Australian-adopted comedian Cal Wilson was one of the kindest and most genuine people in comedy and will be sorely missed.
Vail Aboriginal Artists and Elders, Mrs Marawiri and Mrs Timberley
Two innovators who changed the landscape of modern Aboriginal art have died.
veil jacqueline dark
The “indomitably cheerful” Australian mezzo-soprano died last week at just 55 years old.
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Top Art News from Amplify Collective
The world of wearable art beyond imagination
2023 World of WearableArt: BEYOND was an exploration into an endless realm where artistry, innovation and imagination intertwine.
Shining a spotlight on Australian theater in South Asia
Why you should care about Australian theater companies in South Asia and their future.
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This week’s top reviews
art hub uses a 5-star review system. Here are the most read reviews this week:
Book review: Laura in the mirrorTrent Dalton ★★★
Trent Dalton’s latest novel looks in the mirror and finds not only violence and despair, but also hope and art.
Personnel evaluation: Elvis: Musical RevolutionAthenaeum Theater ★★★★
Two rock and pop musicals opened in Melbourne on the same night, and the show about the King managed to make its mark.
Exhibition review: Liam Young: Redesigning the PlanetIan Potter Centre, NGV Australia ★★★★1/2
As climate chaos causes further panic, drastic measures are being proposed to completely rethink the future of our planet.
Performance review: high pony, loop, black widowMelbourne Fringe Festival ★★★★1/2
The Melbourne Fringe Festival’s four productions range from comedy to circus, cabaret and street tours.
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This week’s work and education chat
How can we get Australians to read more books?
Being seen reading normalizes the idea of picking up a book or device. The panel will discuss other ways to reverse reading rate declines.
Why I’m Studying…PhD in Circular Fashion Design
Designer Wajiha Pervez is in the news for using AI to reduce waste in fashion. A PhD student and lecturer at UTS, she is all about finding clarity and using simple language to solve complex problems.
How to apply for sick pay as a creative
Victoria’s sick pay guarantee has finally been extended to include artists and creative workers, with the pilot extended until March 2025.
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