The coronavirus is set to have an enormous economic impact on the arts industry and its workers.

Mat Verevis will star as Tommy in the musical based on legendary British rock band The Who’s 1969 concept album.

Angela Goh takes home the big prize, with Amrita Hepi winning the Audience Choice Award for a second time.

The arts industry is responding as the ban on mass gatherings comes into effect, with calls for the government to support the industry and its workers.

A three-year international ensemble and concert series will bring together students from Australia, the USA and Finland.

More cancellations of concerts, theatre and ballet announced due to COVID-19, with an ASO team member in isolation.

The Prime Minister has advised against “non-essential” mass gatherings of more than 500 people, effective as of Monday, which will have a massive impact on the arts.

The arts leader, who was founding Artistic Director of QPAC and Brisbane Festival, has died at 82.

New music group Ensemble Offspring, director Barrie Kosky, and arts editor Richard Watts receive prestigious awards.

Authorities have described the case, which saw an audience member diagnosed with the coronavirus after Saturday’s Absolute Beethoven concert, as “low risk” for other patrons and staff.

Seven young Australian musicians have been selected for the program.

Matthew Laing will work closely with the orchestra over the course of the year-long program