Craig Barker, Manager of Education and Public Programs at the University of Sydney’s Chau Chak Wing Museum chats to Arts Wednesday about the Greek and Cypriot collections on display. He is also the director of the Paphos Theatre Archaeological Project in Cyprus where the University has been involved in an archaeological dig for many years. His […]
Read More… from Chau Chak Wing Greek collection + Sydney Philharmonia Choirs
This Arts Thursday, join Maisy Stapleton and Paula Towers for the Arts Thursday radiothon show. First up we visit the Art Gallery of NSW’s Brett Whiteley Studio in Surry Hills where a special exhibition of Brett Whiteley’s painted ceramics is on view. Over 40 ceramic works are to be found in the exhibition Brett Whiteley: […]
This Arts Thursday, with Maisy Stapleton and Paula Towers the focus is on the prizes and awards and the impact they have on the development of art forms. First Guest: Dr Biljana Jančić, Sydney College of the Arts judging panel, 2022 David Harold Tribe Sculpture Award Last week, the winner of the 2022 David Harold […]
Wildlife Photographer of the Year is one of the most prestigious competitions for Wildlife Photographers. Developed and produced annually by the National History Museum of London, the finalists are now on display at the National Maritime Museum in Darling Harbour, Sydney. Events Coordinator, Nicole Dahlberg, chats to Arts Wednesday about the exhibition that is on […]
Read More… from Wildlife Photographer of the Year + Victoria Lovecchio (visual artist)
This Arts Thursday, with Maisy Stapleton and Paula Towers the focus is on performance and the visual arts. First up met artist Richard Rosebery who returned to painting after a successful career in business and marketing and gained a Bachelor of Fine Arts from The National Art School. During 2016/17 he undertook a major commission […]
Waverley Mayor, Paula Masselos, gives us an update on the progress of the Bondi Pavilion renovations. Excitement is really building with an anticipated completion of works and grand opening scheduled for this August. With new art and performance spaces there are many opportunities for local artists in the refreshed complex. Expect 2 music studios, a […]
Tom Gannon knew at the age of three that he was born to dance. His story is one of a lifetime of dedication, training, passion and commitment. He has just been nominated for the Telstra Ballet Dancer Awards at a very young age. His career is about to take off. At 14 he moved […]
Read More… from Tom Gannon – young ballet dancer on the rise
17 February 2022 This Arts Thursday program, with Maisy Stapleton and Paula Towers, is packed with interviews. First, we explore a recently published book celebrating the badass ‘sheroes’ we were never taught about in school. In Sheilas: Badass Women of Australian History, author Eliza Reilly revives forgotten stories including Indigenous bushranger Mary Ann Bugg breaking […]
This Arts Thursday, with Maisy Stapleton and Paula Towers, explores a recently published book celebrating the badass ‘sheroes’ we were never taught about in school. In Sheilas: Badass Women of Australian History, author Eliza Reilly revives forgotten stories including Indigenous bushranger Mary Ann Bugg breaking her husband Captain Thunderbolt out of gaol and Nancy Wake […]
It’s that time of the year again and the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras is gearing up for another fabulous Festival of performance, art, talks, music and dance. A packed program that has something for everyone, from the frivolous and saucy to the serious and thought-provoking. Creative Director of this year’s Festival, Travis Conneeley, […]
Read More… from Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival preview
Allegra Spender is concerned about the recovery of the Arts sector. After two years of repeated lockdowns, cancellations and postponements of performances, she talks to Paul about how she would help shape Federal Government policy for the Arts and small business if she is successful at the upcoming Federal election. She is running as an […]
Read More… from Allegra Spender: the State of the Arts in Wentworth
The National Museum of Australia in Canberra is currently showing an exhibition of over 170 artefacts from the British Museum until 1 May. Curator Dr Lily Withycombe talks us through the exhibition entitled Ancient Greeks: Athletes, Warriors and Heroes that includes amphoras, statues, jewellery and armour. It explores competition through sport, politics, drama, music and warfare. […]
Read More… from Ancient Greek artefacts at the National Museum