Winter has arrived and with it the latest edition of Limelight magazine. Rug up, dig in.

Cover of Limelight's June 2023 issue

This month’s cover is devoted to an in-depth interview with First Nations choreographer Frances Rings ahead of the premiere of her first full-length work as the new Artistic Director of Bangarra Dance Theatre. Taking to Steve Dow, she speaks to the importance of storytelling, recalls visiting the tiny settlement of Yuldea/Ooldea in South Australia to prepare for her new piece, and tells us why she will be voting ‘Yes’ for the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.

We also explore the compelling story of the Australian violinist Alma Moodie, who enjoyed conspicuous success in Europe and whose talent convinced Igor Stravinsky and Paul Hindemith to entrust her with world premieres of their music. Writer, podcaster and Moodie expert Breandáin O’Shea traces her remarkable career – and asks why this remarkable musician is an almost forgotten figure.

Limelight also pays tribute to composer Ross Edwards this month. Edwards turns 80 in December and his birthday celebrations include two world premieres, commissioned by Omega Ensemble and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Musician and composer Nicholas Routley is a...