The renowned arts leader, who began blazing a trail in 1963 when she became a stage manager at age 22, has died, aged 81.

A round-up of our recent news reports.

The Nielson Foundation, UKARIA Founder Ulrike Klein and Biennale of Sydney CEO Barbara Moore are among those recognised for their philanthropic support of Australian theatre, music and the visual arts.

Australia’s premier international dance film festival celebrates its first year at Queensland Ballet’s Brisbane home with half-price tickets for those attending in person.

The lineup salts Sydney with 748 performances, featuring homegrown and international talent, with a cascade of world premieres and the Australian premiere of the opera Sun & Sea, staged on an artificial beach.

Likening opera to slow-cooking, Opera Queensland’s Artistic Director Patrick Nolan continues breaking new ground with his genre-defying programming from QPAC to the outback.

ATL Co-founder and Artistic Director Grant Dodwell talks about restoring the in-home theatre experience for a whole new generation and nostalgics alike.

Features include a look at Amanda Lee Falkenberg's musical space odyssey The Moons Symphony, the artists restoring the oratorio's theatrical setting, why Fidelio invites tinkering, and an interview with lawyer-turned-playwright Suzie Miller.

On 8 October, the arts precinct in Sydney will open its doors to one and all, with over 40 free events, including activities hosted by the eight resident companies.

Five emerging guitarists with impressive credits have been selected to compete in a final performance at the Wangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues this October.

Following controversy and calls for a boycott in January, the Sydney Festival has released the findings of an independent review into partnerships and sponsorship.

The Sydney Opera House has announced the first lineup of events in its year-long anniversary program, with outdoor concerts (some of them free) and a classical festival among the broad mix.