March 2021

The March edition of Limelight is available for subscribers to read online on our website.
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In the Limelight
Features
Andrew Ford’s new project proves the right idea for strange times
by Harriet Cunningham
Margaret Sutherland’s Violin Concerto is a ripper, so why is it not better known?
by Yvonne Frindle
Inside the loving redevelopment of Adelaide’s Her Majesty’s Theatre
by Steve Dow
How the groundbreaking Hamilton is helping redefine musical theatre
by Jo Litson
Soundings
Conyngham’s Crowning Glory
by Vincent Plush
Profile
On the Record
by Clive Paget
Recordings
Cutting Edge
by Luke Styles
New Music
Ernani
by Deborah Jones
Opera
Kristian Fredrikson: Designer
by Lee Christofis
Books
Nomadland
by Lynden Barber
Film
On Air & Online
Coda
Practise, practise, practise
You can’t ‘fake news’ your way out of a bad performance, which is why many musicians suffer the curse of perfectionism.
Guy Noble’s Soapbox
The Oboe
Principal Oboe with Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Diana Doherty isn’t sure if she is in love with her instrument, but she can’t imagine life without it.
Playing Up
Daniel Sumegi
5 Questions For
Lee Lewis
My Music
Extra Content
Only Limelight subscribers will be able to access the full range of content, which will include:
- Reviews of live performances around Australia, published as soon as possible after the opening performance
- Daily news from the music and broader performing arts scene in Australia and around the world
- Up-to-the-minute reviews of recorded performances available through streaming or as CDs, including exclusive reviews of Australian performers and Australian composers as well as visiting international artists
- Online-only features including artist interviews, composer profiles, festivals, current issues and events
- Online-only columns by musicians and music experts
Contributors
Editor
Jo Litson
Contributors
Lynden Barber, Peter Berner, Lee Christofis, Harriet Cunningham, Diana Doherty, Steve Dow, Yvonne Frindle, Deborah Jones, Lee Lewis, Guy Noble, Vincent Plush, Luke Styles, Robert Veel
Publisher
Limelight Arts Media Pty Ltd
General Manager
Cara Anderson
Subscriptions & Operations Manager
William Jeffery
Sales Manager
Carla Bird
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The April issue of Limelight will be available online from 22 March and available in stores from 30 March.