The Opera House Would Not Be Built Today
Ideas at the House
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Voices for the Opera: A Cultural Debate
This chapter explores the passionate debate at the 1957 ALP state conference on the construction of the Sydney Opera House, highlighting the clash between cultural development and elitism. It emphasizes the crucial role of community voices, particularly women and immigrants, in advocating for public spaces that enrich future generations. The chapter also critiques contemporary priorities in infrastructure, lamenting the shift away from visionary cultural projects towards impractical modern expenditures.
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