The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.

The stars align, literally and figuratively, as Simone Young’s four-year Ring Cycle lifts off to a rapturous ovation.

Ahead of Opera Australia's upcoming Brisbane Ring Cycle, Warwick Fyfe looks back at his one-eyed love of Wagner.

State Opera South Australia's Figaro pulsates with life and joie de vivre but lacks a genuinely subversive edge.

Late Massenet shines in a recording that makes a strong case for a staging.

OA misses out for its Hoffman but Barrie Kosky awarded Best Director at the ceremony hosted in Warsaw.

In 2024 West Australian Opera presents a year reflecting on love, loss, and longing with ancient stories, myths, and legends.

An unforgettable display of technique, artistry and talent from the Peruvian star – and stage personality to seal the deal.

Beginning as a tribute to sculptor Alexander Calder, this Olivier Award-winning opera becomes a brilliant meditation on human folly.

Waxworks and bottom-whacking among the delights in Offenbach’s forgotten gem.

Singing arias by Mozart, Cilea, Puccini and Massenet, Melbourne soprano Rebecca Gulinello wins the prestigious award and a $30,000 prize.

The independent dance production Petrushka, Black Swan State Theatre Company of WA and WA Opera take home the gongs.