In a wide ranging interview Australia's newest arts chief explains the debt he owes to Richard Gill and Simone Young.

On the way to Gallipoli a century ago, Australian composer Frederick Septimus Kelly was inspired to write his greatest work.

Two top string quartets come together in Williams’ Fado-inspired Saudade.

A chat with the man who held his nerve to see Hobart Baroque rise like a phoenix in Queensland. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

Hugo Weaving talks about his ‘love affair’ with one of the 20th century’s knottiest writers. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

Conductor Jessica Cottis shares her top essential works of modern Australian music. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

Writer-Director Anne-Louise Sarks reveals why she’s brought Elektra into the 21st Century.

In an exclusive interview the Dutch virtuoso talks about Brahms, her Stradivarius and her musical family.

Limelight takes a look at why Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor still gets us going gaga. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

The arts offers many ways to connect, reflect, express and emote.

Ten Australians form the backbone of award winning English Touring Opera. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

The one and only Sally Whitwell gives Limelight a preview of her new album for ABC Classics.