A historically informed reading, performed on historically informed instruments, this was the Emperor in magnificent old clothes.

A showcase of undeniable brilliance and beauty from Arooj Aftab, Pakistan's Grammy-winning superstar.

Although the influences are clear, Frame Narrative never feels derivative. It pushes further towards originality the further it goes on.

Stellar programming, indomitable performers and a world premiere – the Orange Chamber Music Festival put forward a blazing gala concert.

This indie production of the Hitchcock parody play doesn’t always click, but comic energy and clever stagecraft will win audiences over.

Schumann’s redemptive symphony provides a handy warm-up for SSO’s Himalayan Gurrelieder trek.

Three disparate works which, despite differences in scale and style, beautifully highlight the relationships between soloists and orchestra.

A country footy club becomes a microcosm of Australia in this energetic, funny and discomforting play about racism.

Superbloom is a sterling test of ensemble skill, versatility and musicianship – and of the listener's appetite for challenge.

This witty jukebox musical, which uses the songs of Max Martin, gives Shakespeare’s Juliet a second chance at life.

A physical, fast-moving staging of Shakespeare's comedy but one that seems reluctant to allow laughter at the expense of its characters.

Barrie Kosky’s brilliant makeover of Brecht, Weill and Hauptmann’s flawed masterpiece leaves you wondering how it could be performed any other way.