An Australia Council report has some dismal warnings for traditional arts: “A staggering 47 per cent of 18- to 39-year-olds had not attended a performance of theatre, dance or music in the past two years. Ballet rated the worst, capturing only 8 per cent of 18- to 24-year-olds who frequented arts events. While young people generally have the time and money to attend the arts, they intensely dislike its “older, stuffy image” and prefer to spend time drinking, clubbing, socializing, watching movies and sport.” – Sydney Morning Herald