• Artspace: Christopher Kulendran Thomas’ SAFE ZONE

    Artspace The Gunnery, 43/51 Cowper Wharf Roadway,, Woolloomooloo, NSW, Australia
    An artist of Eelam Tamil descent, Christopher Kulendran Thomas uses artificial intelligence technologies to examine the foundational fictions of Western individualism and the complex legacies of imperialism. His exhibition Safe Zone combines painting and television—two historical mediums of soft power—across two major bodies of work. The exhibition brings together two…

    Daniel Njegich: West to West

    Hayside Gallery 484 Hay Street, Subiaco, WA, Australia
    Captured by Australian photographer Daniel Njegich, West to West is a photographic journey through the dust, sweat, and solitude of two wild frontiers, the rugged cattle country of Western Australia and the high plains of Colorado. This collection captures the spirit of the cowboy and cattlemen, men and women shaped…

    Daniel Njegich: West to West

    Hayside Gallery 484 Hay Street, Subiaco, WA, Australia
    Captured by Australian photographer Daniel Njegich, West to West is a photographic journey through the dust, sweat, and solitude of two wild frontiers, the rugged cattle country of Western Australia and the high plains of Colorado. This collection captures the spirit of the cowboy and cattlemen, men and women shaped…
    Editor's Choice Messiah

    Pinchgut Opera: Messiah

    City Recital Hall Sydney, NSW, Australia
    Although conceived for modest forces, Handel’s Messiah, with its trumpets, drums and majestic Hallelujah Chorus, rapidly expanded to become the preserve of vast Victorian choral societies. Taking a back-to-basics approach, Pinchgut Opera present this Christmas staple in its original version as performed in Dublin in 1742. A cast of just…

    Daniel Njegich: West to West

    Hayside Gallery 484 Hay Street, Subiaco, WA, Australia
    Captured by Australian photographer Daniel Njegich, West to West is a photographic journey through the dust, sweat, and solitude of two wild frontiers, the rugged cattle country of Western Australia and the high plains of Colorado. This collection captures the spirit of the cowboy and cattlemen, men and women shaped…

    Daniel Njegich: West to West

    Hayside Gallery 484 Hay Street, Subiaco, WA, Australia
    Captured by Australian photographer Daniel Njegich, West to West is a photographic journey through the dust, sweat, and solitude of two wild frontiers, the rugged cattle country of Western Australia and the high plains of Colorado. This collection captures the spirit of the cowboy and cattlemen, men and women shaped…
    Editor's Choice Messiah

    Pinchgut Opera: Messiah

    City Recital Hall Sydney, NSW, Australia
    Although conceived for modest forces, Handel’s Messiah, with its trumpets, drums and majestic Hallelujah Chorus, rapidly expanded to become the preserve of vast Victorian choral societies. Taking a back-to-basics approach, Pinchgut Opera present this Christmas staple in its original version as performed in Dublin in 1742. A cast of just…
    Ceremony of Carols

    Coolamon Singers: Ceremony of Carols

    Burleigh Village Uniting Church 2 Burleigh Street, Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia
    The Coolamon Singers, known for their thoughtful repertoire and expressive artistry, offers a captivating Christmas season, which spotlights the music of Benjamin Britten. At the heart of the program is A Ceremony of Carols, together with A Hymn to the Virgin and The Ballad of Little Musgrave and Lady Barnard.…
    Baroque Christmas 2025

    Australian Chamber Choir: Baroque Christmas 2025

    Thomson Memorial Church, Terang High St, Terang, VIC, Australia
    A fixture on the Christmas calendar, this ever-changing program, now in its seventh incarnation, is testament to the fact that throughout history, composers have produced some of their liveliest and most engaging work for the Christmas season.  
    Editor's Choice Juan Diego Flórez in Recital

    Castiglione Arts & Culture: Juan Diego Flórez in Recital

    Arts Centre Melbourne Forecourt, 100 St Kilda Road, Southbank, VIC, Australia
    Celebrated for his dazzling agility, expressive warmth and thrilling top notes, the world’s leading bel canto tenor returns to Australia, accompanied by Vincenzo Scalera on piano. Combining lyrical elegance with fiery passion and French Romanticism, Flórez brings his golden tone and charismatic artistry to an unforgettable program spanning Rossini, Bellini,…

    Daniel Njegich: West to West

    Hayside Gallery 484 Hay Street, Subiaco, WA, Australia
    Captured by Australian photographer Daniel Njegich, West to West is a photographic journey through the dust, sweat, and solitude of two wild frontiers, the rugged cattle country of Western Australia and the high plains of Colorado. This collection captures the spirit of the cowboy and cattlemen, men and women shaped…

    Heidelberg Choral Society: Radiance

    Performing Arts Center, Ivanhoe Girls' Grammar School Cnr Noel St and Upper Heidelberg Rd, Ivanhoe, VIC, Australia
    The English choral tradition is a rich tapestry woven across centuries. The eras have seen diverse choral styles emerge, from traditional and sacred works to an expanded choral repertoire. Conducted by Peter Bandy, featuring Liane Keegan (contralto), with Kathryn Pisani (piano and keyboard) and Linda Kent (organ), Heidelberg Choral Society…

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