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Classical Music, Opera, Orchestral, Theatre
features

On Stage: the events you need to see in August 2026

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

July 20, 2026
Classical Music, Theatre
features

On Air & Online: Radio and streaming in August 2026

This month’s performance highlights from ABC Classic, independent radio and streaming.

July 20, 2026
Classical Music, Musical Theatre & Cabaret, Opera, Orchestral, Theatre
news

The August 2026 issue of Limelight is now available

The August edition of Limelight is one in which high notes, high aspirations and high marks combine.

July 20, 2026
Musical Theatre & Cabaret, Theatre
Live Review

Review: The Addams Family (Joshua Robson Productions & Hayes Theatre Co)

It's creepy, kooky and brilliantly spooky – an ingenious staging in this intimate venue breathes fresh life into a gleefully macabre world.

July 16, 2026
Theatre
Live Review

Review: Heartbreak Hotel (EBKM & Arts Centre Melbourne)

A Kiwi company explores heartbreak through a quirky, clever patchwork of drama, wry humour, music and science.

July 15, 2026
Chamber, Theatre
Live Review

Review: Pinocchio (Australian Chamber Orchestra)

An infectiously energetic reminder that children's theatre doesn't need bigger sets, louder effects or more tech – it needs imagination.

July 14, 2026
Theatre
Live Review

Review: Dealing with Clair (Irregular Programming & Old Fitzroy Theatre)

Inspired by the disappearance of a real estate agent, playwright Martin Crimp opens Thatcher-era free market values for inspection.

July 14, 2026
News, Theatre
news

The Shawshank Redemption stage production to tour Australia in 2027

The enduringly popular prison drama to open in Sydney in January 2027.

July 14, 2026
News, Theatre
news

2026 Griffin Award announced

Set in pre-Olympics Sydney, Vernon Pua's 8 Hot Tips On Sharing Your Bed follows two international students sharing a cramped bedroom.

July 14, 2026
Classical Music, News, Opera, Theatre
news

Introducing the August 2026 issue of Limelight

The August edition of Limelight is one in which high notes, high aspirations and high marks combine.

July 8, 2026
News, Theatre
news

Adelaide Festival announces inaugural $100k theatre fund

A new matched funding initiative between donors and the South Australian Government will support "ambitious independent works".

July 7, 2026
News, Theatre
news

Black Swan State Theatre Company announces new Artistic Director

Matt Edgerton to succeed Kate Champion at the helm of Western Australia's flagship theatre company.

July 7, 2026
Theatre
Live Review

Review: Doubt: A Parable (Sydney Theatre Company)

Suspicion, faith and institutional power collide in an absorbing and timely revival of John Patrick Shanley's Pulitzer-winner.

July 6, 2026

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