Performing Arts

One of the stars of Prime Video's docuseries Dance Life is non-binary dancer Archer, who is creating her own space in the gendered world of dance.

There's a long history of Orientalism in the arts. Are there lingering effects on Australian stages?

Kelvin was gifted a piano by a woman who was happy for him to have it for nothing as long as he played it in scenic locations — now, after performances on a beach, in a forest and atop a dam wall, it's time for a rest.

The Tamworth Country Music Festival attracts some of the genre's biggest stars from around the world, but veteran and aspiring talents alike can still be found honing their craft on the streets.

From the Minecraft movie to a juicy Brent Street reality show, here's all the latest entertainment news.

Sydney is chock-full of art and culture right now, with festival shows being staged everywhere from the beach to basements to the best theatres. But how do you choose which to see? We've got some tips for you.

Among the nearly 150 events is the cabaret show 'Send for Nellie' that's based on a pioneering Aussie cross-dressing entertainer of the 1930s.

Metro Arts is expecting an exodus of up-and-coming artists from Brisbane, after all the organisation's federal funding was cut for the next four years.

First, she got Beyoncé and Lizzo to rewrite their songs. But Hannah Diviney's crusade to have Disney improve its on-screen representation of people living with disability is proving a tougher fight.

Leading artist Mike Parr has been dropped by prominent Jewish gallerist Anna Schwartz this week following a performance that included references to the conflict in Gaza.

Sydney teenager Robin Kukk has taken third place in Estonia's version of 'Australian Idol'.

Director Pacharo Mzembe reflects on what it means to be seen.

Bloom Girl will make its debut on December 16.

In a world of influencers and social media, where livelihoods can literally hinge on the ability to keep up appearances, Brisbane creative Charli Burrowes uses her art to expose the not-so-pretty undercurrents and real world impacts of living life through a filter.

Malyanapa and Barkindji man Leroy Johnson realised a dream recently when he was invited to perform with the Sydney Youth Orchestra for its 50th Birthday Gala at the Opera House.

Oz Malik began devouring films in primary school, but growing up he realised very quickly there were few Muslim men on Western television.

The basketballer will make his stage debut as a musician at next year's Adelaide Fringe Festival.

The company has been inundated with complaints this week after three actors performed an onstage gesture of solidarity after the opening night of its latest show.

Musicians from across the country hit the streets and opened their guitar cases as part of the Australian National Busking Championships in Cooma.

Most Australians would know her from her screen roles, but theatre has been a drawcard for the veteran actor in recent years and she's about to take on one of her meatiest roles yet.

David Waldie's dream is to become Australia's next musical talent. His debut album Speak Your Truth challenges perceptions on Down syndrome.

In response to increasing censorship in the United States, pop star Pink is giving away 2,000 copies of books banned in Florida — the state that has cracked down hardest on public schools and libraries this year. 

From a sassy take-down of cultural appropriation to an unsolved Iranian murder mystery, The National Theatre of Parramatta’s 2024 season is boldly bringing BIPOC stories to the Australian stage.  

The founders of three charities, including Motherland's Stephanie Trethewey, and musician and Indigenous activist Naarah are recognised at an awards ceremony in Hobart.

Inspired by theatre sports, these late-in-life actors spend Saturday mornings improvising, making up stories and "feeling alive" through creative thought and movement.