A familiar and respected presence, Neill balanced global stardom with an enduring commitment to New Zealand and Australian film.
$180,000 from the Australian Government's 2026 Maitri Grants Program to fund three-year, music-focused cultural exchange.
State government proposes rebate scheme to ensure continuing viability of live music in grassroots venues.
Cameron Lam brings together Classical, Jazz, and Sound Art pieces that are evocative of starlight in this mid-winter Australian Art Music playlist.
Signed by Decca Classics, the 88-year-old actor will release an album of original classical compositions in August.
The August edition of Limelight is one in which high notes, high aspirations and high marks combine.
Emerging Composer-in-Residence Sam Wu introduces his two commissions for this year’s Australian Festival of Chamber Music in Cairns-Gimuy.
Australia’s ELISION Ensemble turns 40 this year. American writer Ty Bouque explains what makes it so special.
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Violinist Leila Josefowicz and pianist John Novacek reunite in an extraordinary tour de force.
Improvised? Yes. Chaotic? Anything but. BELIEVE's brand of spontaneous music unfolds with remarkable coherence.
A superb cathedral acoustic and four of the finest choirs deliver a stimulating evening of vocal pleasures.
The latest in the MCO’s nature-themed series offers an eclectic and engaging mix of new and old works.
Aaron Choulai's innovative new work showcases intercultural storytelling, improvisation and exceptional ensemble musicianship.
In director Graeme Murphy and conductor Vanessa Scammell’s hands, Lehár’s operetta reveals a very human heartbeat beneath all the froth.
Across the Fields, a new recording project with violist Ed le Brocq, has helped composer-pianist Sally Greenaway find music again.
The German baritone on the inspiration of Bryn Terfel and the value of simplicity in Schubert.
Enrolments in conducting studies at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music have surged in recent years. What’s the attraction in a podium position?
Premiering at the Australian Festival of Chamber Music, Alex Turley's new work descends to the hidden world of the rainforest floor.
Your essential coast-to-coast guide to the Australian music being played on our concert stages this month.
Holly Harrison talks to Katie Yap about her love of nonsense and her new Concerto for Classical Accordion, composed for James Crabb and four of our orchestras.
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Cellist Charlotte Miles talks about returning home to perform as a soloist with the Australian Youth Orchestra and at this year’s Australian Festival of Chamber Music.
Violinist Leila Josefowicz and pianist John Novacek reunite in an extraordinary tour de force.
Colin Davis at his peak, and just who were Ataúlfo Argenta and Enrique Jordá?
The latest in the MCO’s nature-themed series offers an eclectic and engaging mix of new and old works.
The German baritone on the inspiration of Bryn Terfel and the value of simplicity in Schubert.
Each vignette in this aptly named program reflects a composer's distinctive style as well as Granger's fine tone and versatility.
Cameron Lam brings together Classical, Jazz, and Sound Art pieces that are evocative of starlight in this mid-winter Australian Art Music playlist.
In director Graeme Murphy and conductor Vanessa Scammell’s hands, Lehár’s operetta reveals a very human heartbeat beneath all the froth.
The August edition of Limelight is one in which high notes, high aspirations and high marks combine.
Monteverdi’s opera of ancient Rome gets an exciting makeover courtesy of the 1983 film Scarface and Elena Kats-Chernin’s new orchestration.
Time flies in this charming, absorbing, dreamlike spectacular.
Already postponed once, Franco Zeffirelli’s famed arena production was to have played in Adelaide in early 2027.
Deft choices do justice to Brahms’ very “human” requiem. What more could one ask for?
The August edition of Limelight is one in which high notes, high aspirations and high marks combine.
A new matched funding initiative between donors and the South Australian Government will support "ambitious independent works".
Matt Edgerton to succeed Kate Champion at the helm of Western Australia's flagship theatre company.
Suspicion, faith and institutional power collide in an absorbing and timely revival of John Patrick Shanley's Pulitzer-winner.
A fearless adaptation of a near unstageable sci-fi classic proves compelling.
Grace Malouf's provocative new play explores bodily autonomy, medical ethics and the limits of parental love.
Lucy Guerin stepping down as leader of the dance company bearing her name has sent ripples of surprise through Australian performing arts circles.
This triple bill lives up to its name with driving force and exceptional performance.
The acclaimed choreographer relinquishes the artistic directorship of the company that has taken her name across the world.
Over-hasty storytelling mars this ballet version of Shakespeare’s tragedy.
The Australian Ballet's Music Director and Chief Conductor on the music of Aaron Copland and choreographer Justin Peck's captivating Copland Dance Episodes.
Two contemporary dance productions remind us to position ourselves as part of, not separate to, nature.
Colin Davis at his peak, and just who were Ataúlfo Argenta and Enrique Jordá?
A river runs through this Schubert-inspired work for clarinet and voice.
Unique conjunction of classical and folk guaranteed to set the spirits soaring.
Opera Rara's definitive Donizetti song-collection reaches its finale.
Petrenko and his forces embrace the world in Mahler's most awesome symphony.
Late Sutherland comes with qualifications but Rogé is a winner all the way.
Explore the guide and listen to our 25 in 25 playlist of Australia’s favourite art music.
Our specialist writers analyse this year’s offerings in theatres and concert halls.
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