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Tony Tulathimutte's incels and misogynists define our era of cringe
3+ hour, 40+ min ago (734+ words) Since its release in 2024, Rejection by Thai-American writer Tony Tulathimutte has been described variously as repulsive and excruciating, humorous and virtuosic." It can't be any more apt that a book dividing the internet is about the internet " the ways the…...
Share your love of the arts with your kids " they'll thank you later
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (862+ words) My kids are all adults and teenagers now, and in a bizarre Schr'dingerian way, they're still my children, but they're no longer children. Here are some of my favourite evidence-backed reasons to maximise family arts-engagement, throughout their childhood and beyond....
On the move: latest arts sector appointments
1+ day, 22+ hour ago (159+ words) This week, Adelaide Fringe recruits a Canadian cultural leader as its new CEO, an executive director joins All the Queen's Men, and two professional musicians join the board of Liquid Architecture. Following a global search, Adelaide Fringe has appointed Canadian…...
Richard Lewer wins 2026 Archibald Prize with portrait of Iluwanti Ken
1+ week, 4+ day ago (972+ words) By Aiden Magro, University of Sydney Melbourne-based artist Richard Lewer has been awarded the prestigious Archibald Prize for his life-sized portrait of senior artist and ngangkari (traditional healer) Iluwanti Ken. Though Ken is small in stature, Lewer's portrait of her…...
LOUDER - Event Information " Arts Hub Australia
1+ week, 6+ day ago (317+ words) Sydney Opera House PR What happens when the grammar of the symphony hall collides with the spectacle of the circus ring? Jun 25, 2026 19: 30 Jun 28, 2026 14: 15 The intensity is turned up as the beauty and precision of classical music meet the daring physical…...
Parramatta Lanes - Outdoor Performance, Art Installation and Inflatable Commission - EOI Opportunities " Arts Hub Australia
2+ week, 2+ hour ago (290+ words) City of Parramatta is seeking expressions of interest from artist and organisations for the presentation of installation and performance works for Parramatta Lanes 2026. Parramatta Lanes is a multi-site festival that seeks to temporarily transform urban spaces in the Parramatta CBD…...
How the Australian Cultural Fund is helping artists and organisations unlock EOFY fundraising
2+ week, 2+ day ago (1318+ words) As the end of financial year approaches, artists and arts organisations across Australia are preparing for one of the busiest fundraising periods of the year. For many, EOFY represents a rare window where donors are actively thinking about giving " and…...
How AI poetry betrays our desire for'human'connection
3+ week, 21+ hour ago (1529+ words) Poetry & Spoken Word Image: Thought Catalog on Unsplash. By Judith Bishop, La Trobe University; Ben Santilli, La Trobe University; Juliane Roemhild, La Trobe University, and Sara James, La Trobe University Could I but ride indefinite As doth the meadow-bee And…...
Lou Wall " Where Are All the Tall Grandmas? review: 'warm, mischief-tinged energy' at MICF
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (967+ words) Mind the pun, but Lou Wall has had a big question on their mind: where are all the tall grandmas? While "little old ladies" are apparently a dime a dozen, the Australian comedian reckons that there is a concerning lack…...
Artist in Residence - Shellharbour Village Opportunities " Arts Hub Australia
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (265+ words) Shellharbour Council are seeking Expressions of Interest from artists and groups for Artist-in-Residence programs at The Imaginarium, Shellharbour Village arts space." 4-week Residency (formerly titled INCUBATOR residency)" 2 residencies, each 34 weeks" Stipend: $5, 000 Pending funding outcomes, Shellharbour City Council are also offering…...