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Farnace: An eye for an eye

Vivaldi’s Farnace is a potent examination of betrayal and loyalty, as well as the thirst for vengeance. Director Mark Gaal reveals how his production for Pinchgut Opera is tackling all these themes head on.

December 2, 2019
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Going for Gold

Ahead of its new production of Gianni Schicchi, we talk to founder Melanie Smart about bringing opera to the Gold Coast.

November 29, 2019
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Backstage with Rosemary Tuck

The Australian pianist is recording a series of albums featuring the music of Beethoven’s favourite pupil, Carl Czerny. She explains why she has reassessed the composer, and salutes his own Emperor concerto.

November 29, 2019
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My Instrument: The Toy Piano

The ‘Queen of the Toy Piano’ Margaret Leng Tan reveals the pleasures and challenges of her unusual instrument, and explains why the ones in her collection are the Stradivarii of the toy piano world.

November 26, 2019