Our team of expert writers explores the challenges, themes and highlights in the year ahead for arts companies.

What do our opera and dance companies have on offer in the year ahead?

Turandot was radically different to anything Puccini had written before. To mark its centenary, Opera Australia is staging a new production.

Mel Cantwell, Co-Artistic Director of Perth’s Lost and Found Opera, talks about the company’s relaunch at this year’s Perth Festival.

This month features a new deal for Vasily Petrenko, blockbusters from John Wilson and Fabio Luisi, Víkingur Ólafsson’s latest piano odyssey and beguiling songs by Rebecca Clarke.

A comprehensive guide to the performing arts in 2026, essential holiday listening and must-see shows, Limelight is your ideal summer companion.

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

Limelight published hundreds of live music, theatre, dance and opera reviews this year. But what were the critiques that really clicked with our readers?

A look back at the moments, milestones and stories that shaped our year in the arts.

A comprehensive guide to the performing arts in 2026, essential holiday listening and must-see shows, Limelight is your ideal summer companion.

"A radiant vocal quality and natural elegance": Sydney soprano Izabelle Zammit joins Pinchgut Opera for mentorship and performance opportunities.

Who are the Australian and international artists who most thrilled and entertained you this year? Check out the shortlists here.