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Darebin Arts: Molly Hadfield Social Justice Oration 2025: Darebin Women in Art

Darebin Arts Centre Cnr Bell St & St Georges Rd, Preston, VIC, Australia
A beloved tradition and a highlight in the Darebin Arts calendar, the Molly Hadfield Social Justice Oration returns. This annual event, established in 2013 in tribute to the social justice legacy of local trailblazer Molly Hadfield OAM, will in 2025 celebrate ‘Darebin Women in Art’. Esteemed artists Zena Cumpston, Sheena…
Editor's Choice Festival of Outback Opera

Opera Queensland: Cultural Conversation

North Gregory Hotel, Winton 67 Elderslie St, Winton, QLD, Australia
Once again, Opera Queensland goes on the road to some of the region’s finest outback towns combining opera with ochre sunsets and great pubs! There’s a gala ball for those who like to glam up and a gathering under the night skies during Dark Sky Serenade. Or you can enjoy the camaraderie…

Australian Haydn Ensemble: 18th Century Unpacked – The Birth of Song: Haydn, Beethoven and Schuber

The State Library of New South Wales 1 Shakespeare Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
18th Century Unpacked is a series of stand-alone pre-concert events taking place around AHE's 2025 program. Hear fascinating speakers on great topics, listen to excerpts performed by members of AHE, ask questions, enjoy a welcoming glass and meet like-minded music lovers in a friendly and inclusive environment. All events take…

StorySALOON: StorySALOON: Short Stories, Centre Stage

The Vanguard 42 King Street, Newtown, NSW, Australia
StorySALOON is Sydney’s new mid-week creative fix — three short stories by award-winning and emerging writers, narrated by some of Australia’s most talented actors. The live shows take place in the intimate and relaxed atmosphere of The Vanguard, located in Sydney’s vibrant Newtown. The 6 May evening show includes three…

Australian Musical Theatre Festival: In Conversation with Caroline O’Connor

Hotel Grand Chancellor, Launceston 29 Cameron St, Launceston, TAS, Australia
Take a front row seat, learn the tricks of the trade, and explore the journey of the biggest names in Australian musical theatre in our ‘In Conversation with’ series. International songstress Caroline O’Connor has played some of the greatest roles on some of the world’s biggest stages, from Velma Kelly…

Australian Musical Theatre Festival: In Conversation with Alinta Chidzey

Hotel Grand Chancellor, Launceston 29 Cameron St, Launceston, TAS, Australia
Take a front row seat, learn the tricks of the trade, and explore the journey of the biggest names in Australian musical theatre in our ‘In Conversation with’ series. Acclaimed triple celebration, Alinta Chidzey is best known from her star turn as Satine in the Australian production of Moulin Rouge.…

Richard Lawson: How To Read a City, Your Place of Last Resort Premier performance

Westwords Centre for Writing 41 Hunter St, Parramatta, NSW, Australia
At an event to be hosted by Simon Marnie, Elizabeth Walton and Richard Lawson will launch their collaborative project, How To Ready a City, Your Place of Last Resort at WestWords Parramatta. This immersive literary and listening experience presents Elizabeth's poetry cycle and Richard's debut classical suite recorded by the…

Woodend Winter Arts Festival: William Morris — The Work of Ten Men

Woodend Community Centre Corner of Forest and High Streets, Woodend, VIC, Australia
William Morris (1834–96) — poet, novelist, artist and socialist — was one of the greatest pattern designers of all time: his work remains enduringly popular. He is famous for his superb textiles and wallpapers. Morris’s London design firm Morris & Company (1861–1940) was one of the most successful and progressive…

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