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Clocked Out: Peak Plastique – Clocked Out

Queensland Conservatorium 140 Grey St, South Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Ordinary plastic objects transformed into extraordinary soundscapes through 11 exquisite musical compositions accompanied by evocative animations, that explore our complex relationship with plastics. Drawing on decades of sonic curiosity across the fields of classical, jazz and experimental music traditions, pianist Erik Griswold, violinist Anna McMichael, percussionist Vanessa Tomlinson and video…

Clocked Out: Peak Plastique – Clocked Out

Queensland Conservatorium 140 Grey St, South Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Ordinary plastic objects transformed into extraordinary soundscapes through 11 exquisite musical compositions accompanied by evocative animations, that explore our complex relationship with plastics. Drawing on decades of sonic curiosity across the fields of classical, jazz and experimental music traditions, pianist Erik Griswold, violinist Anna McMichael, percussionist Vanessa Tomlinson and video…

Editor's Choice Are You Lonesome Tonight

Opera Queensland: Are You Lonesome Tonight

Performance Arts Culture Cessnock 198 - 202 Vincent Street, Cessnock, NSW, Australia
Opera and country and western might sound like curious musical bedfellows, but this quirky show was a hit for Opera Queensland back in 2021. Now, it’s touring nationally. Patrick Nolan’s clever concept mixes arias by the likes of Puccini and Verdi with classic country songs by Slim Dusty, Troy Cassar-Daley,…

Arts Centre Melbourne: Monster In The Cyborg Body

Arts Centre Melbourne Forecourt, 100 St Kilda Road, Southbank, VIC, Australia
A journey from sun-up-to-sundown across two seminal solo works within the canon of First Nations performance art. When Monster premiered as part of the first YIRRAMBOI Festival in 2017, the work became an urban legend in the arts industry. An enigma that left a lasting impression for those lucky enough…
St James International Organ Festival: Martin Baker

The Parish Church of St James’ King Street: Martin Baker

St James Church, Sydney 173 King St, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Born in Manchester in 1967, Martin Baker studied at the Royal Northern College of Music Junior School, Chetham’s School of Music and Downing College, Cambridge, then held positions at London’s Westminster and St Paul’s Cathedrals and Westminster Abbey before returning to Westminster Cathedral in 2000 as Master of Music, where…

Canberra International Music Festival: Double Klavier

Snow Concert Hall 40 Monaro Cres, Red Hill ACT 2603, Australia, Canberra, ACT, Australia
In this exquisite program, we present a rare side-by-side concert with two international piano powerhouses: Paavali Jumpannen (FIN) and Konstantin Shamray (RUS). These pianists are formidable, fearless and flawless interpreters of epic solo piano works. Double Klavier centres around two landmark works showcasing their extraordinary talent and virtuosity.  Experience the monumental Beethoven Hammerklavier Sonata, Op. 106, renowned for…

Theatre Works: The Beep Test

Theatre Works St Kilda, VIC, Australia
The Beep Test is a comedic, fast-paced, over-the-top new Australian musical that dives into the drama and chaos that was school Beep Tests! The musical follows four determined students and one far too enthusiastic PE Teacher of Class 7C as they compete for the number one place, whatever the cost!…

Monash University: The Big Jazz Day Out

The Ian Potter Centre for Performing Arts 48 Exhibition Walk, Clayton, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Premiering new collaborative compositions, Sydney-based vocalist Ngaiire unites with pianist Paul Grabowsky at the Alexander Theatre. A unique project showcasing the Monash University String Sinfonia, be swept away by their heartfelt and cinematic take on soulful jazz. Then in the evening, celebrate all things jazz and swing with arranger and…

Monash University Performing Arts Centres: Big Jazz Day Out

The Ian Potter Centre for Performing Arts 48 Exhibition Walk, Clayton, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
An epic jazz party featuring more than 150 incredible musicians across five unique spaces, including award winning artists Paul Grabowsky, Ngaiire, Emma Donovan, and Monash Art Ensemble! Your Big Jazz Day Out ticket is an all-access pass to every show at the festival. Explore state of the art venues, enjoy…
Australia Fair?

Canberra International Music Festival: Australia Fair?

National Film and Sound Archive Acton, ACT, Australia
“As we celebrate our 25th anniversary we are reflecting on our identity as an Australian chamber ensemble. In this program we have chosen three works in which the composers were likely pondering similar questions. It is a joy to return to the powerful and evocative work, Bungaree, which the quartet…

Sydney Opera House: Grug and the Rainbow

Sydney Opera House Sydney, NSW, Australia
A magical adaptation of Ted Prior’s beloved picture books, Grug and the Rainbow sees our grassy little friend embark on an epic adventure to bask in the colours of the illusive rainbow. Featuring exquisite puppetry and heart-warming humour back to delight audiences, this smash hit is not one to miss…
Living Poems of the Sea

Canberra International Music Festival: Living Poems of the Sea

National Film and Sound Archive Acton, ACT, Australia
Acclaimed flautist Sally Walker was inspired to create Living Poems  through her experiences of playing her flute to enraptured dolphins and her friendship with dolphin researcher Dr Olivia De Bergerac.  Sally plays music accompanying videos and images of human-dolphin interactions over decades, and narrates a story illustrating the importance of dolphins, whales…

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