International musicians to platform local artists in NSW under Michael's Rule, and curating a brand new biennale in Mongolia
NSW has become the first state to reinstate Michael's Rule for touring musicians, with the Minn's government offering a $20,000 discount on the hire of state owned venues for international acts that provide a platform for a local support act. Maggie Collins, the Executive Director of the Association of Artist Managers, talks about the impact that decision could have on the local industry.And Tian Zhang discusses how she became the inaugural Chief Curator of the Ulaanbaatar Biennale in Mongolia, which will be running for the first time in June this year with the title On the Horizon, Under the Moon.Our track of the week is Tomorrow Is A Long Time performed Ellen StekertStories mentioned in the headlines:Trump Seeks to Eliminate the National Endowment for the ArtsDonald Trump announces 100 per cent tariffs on movies 'produced in foreign lands'STC's Broadway hit Dorian Gray nominated for six Tony AwardsBrazil police thwart bomb attack on Lady Gaga concertGrand Theft Auto 6's Delay Just Affected the Entire Video Game Industry
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New voices and deep engagement: the importance of criticism
For almost a quarter of a century, Peter Rose has steered the Australian Book Review as its editor, giving a space for Australian writers to engage critically with the work of their peers, and the wider literary world beyond our shores. As Rose steps aside, he reflects on why criticism remains an essential part of the arts.New research paints a familiar picture, with those working behind the scenes in the music industry reporting financial stress, underemployment, and skills shortages. Kirsty Rivers, General Manager of the Victorian Music Development Office, shares new research into the music sector and talks about the potential solutions.Our track of the week is 5 O'Clock Shadow by Elliot LambStories mentioned in the headlines:Harvey Weinstein retrial over rape and sexual assault charges beginsKneecap faces pressure in the US and UK over statements at concertsAustralian Classification Review Board once again rules Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe is classified Unrestricted
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The arts at the polls
Australia heads to the polls on the 3rd of May to elect a new federal government. And while the campaign so far has centred on the cost of living, the result will also have a major impact on the arts.What are the most important issues for those working in the industry? And what would they like voters to think about as they head into the booth? Sophie Cunningham, Chair of the Australian Society of Authors, Matthew Deaner, CEO of Screen Producers Australia, and Dean Ormston, CEO of APRA AMCOS share their priorities.Our track of the week is Hindsight by Ruby MaeStories mentioned in the headlines:Financial problems at Queensland Ballet could lead to job cutsAcademy Sets New Oscars RulesGarry Starr wins Most Outstanding Show at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival
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The Oscars embrace stunt design and Maud Page takes over at the Art Gallery of NSW
The Academy Awards have announced a new category, which will recognise the best stunt design in a film, but what does it take to actually pull off those stunts safely? Keir Beck, who has worked on everything from James Bond to Mad Max, takes us behind the scenes.The Art Gallery of NSW, one of the oldest and most prestigious art institutions in the country, recently announced a new director. Maud Page has become the 10th director and the first woman to take on the role. After making history in her appointment, what does the future hold for Page and for the gallery?Our track of the week is Coming Home by Liz StringerStories mentioned in the headlines:Prada acquires VersaceWriter-director James Toback ordered to pay $1.68 billion US in sexual abuse caseCommittee investigating abuse in French arts publishes damning reportRob Hirst reveals pancreatic cancer battle
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Can the arts industry revive its appetite for risk? And are the visual arts a gig economy?
Whatever their medium, artists deal with sensitive topics, often taking a critical, anti-establishment approach. But at the moment, some artists are finding that their art, and their opinions, can see them shut out of the business. Leading arts figure Louise Adler discusses what arts organisations and leaders should do to protect the independence of the arts, and the impact that changes to boards and funding have had on their preparedness to take a risk.And a new report compares the jobs of the visual arts industry to the gig economy, with low wages, high levels of unpaid work, and a significant gender pay gap. Professor Grace McQuilten and Madeleine Thornton-Smith take us into the galleries and explore whether an art market with stable employment is a possibility.Our track of the week is Young Americans by David BowieStories mentioned in the headlines:Russell Brand charged with rape and sexual assaultAdditional charges laid against Sean (Diddy) CombsSundance Film Festival moving to Boulder, ColoradoThe Stella Prize shortlist is announcedThe NGA makes its biggest acquisition of the 2st Century, a work by Edvard Munch
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