Rising costs are inevitably having an impact on Australian arts organisations. Productions are more expensive to mount, and ticket-buyers are watching what they spend. Though there are signs of belt-tightening in 2025, including smaller casts and numerous collaborations, there is plenty to look forward to and a host of anniversaries to celebrate.

Our team of expert writers – Jansson J. Antmann, Paul Ballam-Cross, Steve Dow, Yvonne Frindle, Deborah Jones and Jo Litson – explores what is on offer as companies try to rebuild their post-pandemic audiences.​

The Adelaide Symphony Orchestra performing Indie Symphony. Photo © Saige Prime

Orchestras and Choirs

by Yvonne Frindle