Big themes and big emotions dominate – from Mozart’s Requiem to Mahler’s symphonies to Tippett’s humanist oratorio.

Four Winds offers a rich assortment of classical and contemporary programs, an Easter Weekend program and various exciting collaborative works.

Opera Australia has named the artists cast as The Phantom, Christine Daaé and Raoul in its revival of Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour – The Phantom of the Opera.

The ink is drying on a contract which will see a brand-new 2,000-seat theatre built in the nation's capital to host musicals, opera, ballet and international acts.

The new music titan celebrates 40 years with a revival of Liza Lim's first opera, world premieres, international collaborations and two milestone galas.

Dramatic sacred music, eclectic journeys across Europe – all with historically informed yet fresh perspectives.

"A gentleman, a consummate professional." Alan Smith pulls stumps on a 30-year career with Queensland Symphony Orchestra.

Limelight published hundreds of live music, theatre, dance and opera reviews this year. But what were the critiques that really clicked with our readers?

Grace Jones to headline a program of international stars including Åkervinda, BADBADNOTGOOD and Oumou Sangaré.

A new residency role for young string quartets and an upgraded circus arts venue among the projects funded.

Twenty-five Australian and New Zealand composers to create new works for ANAM students over the next two years.

A look back at the moments, milestones and stories that shaped our year in the arts.