This accessible, thought-provoking new opera about the First Fleet's arrival helps fill a gap in a history written by visitors who never left.

In this charmingly staged production, the focus is on acting rather than vocal pyrotechnics, with Nancye Hayes the jewel in the crown.

Pedigree Rachmaninov and Schubert performed by a virtuoso pianist from the very top drawer.

Sydney Philharmonia Choirs delivers a powerful and immaculate Australian premiere of one of this century’s greatest works.

Melanie Tait's play beautifully captures small-town community spirit, with tongue-in-cheek humour and plenty of heart.

A fine and very moving performance of Craig Hella Johnson’s oratorio concerning a murder that changed the world.

Conservative programming yields some mixed results in the Joshua Bell-led Academy's Brisbane concert.

The ordinary and extraordinary celebrated in a powerful work made up of real-life memories, regrets and experiences.

Dante Alighieri’s The Divine Comedy turned into a mesmerising search for enlightenment, written in dance.

The Song Company pays homage to the enduring brilliance of the English composer William Byrd, 400 years after his death.

Working in an unusual venue, Orava Quartet presented a triptych of string quartets to confuse, amuse and romance the soul.

Three masterpieces delivered by a polished ensemble led by a stunning Joshua Bell.