Martha Argerich cancels her Australian debut
The revered pianist has withdrawn from all three Sydney concerts due to physical exhaustion, with Yuja Wang to replace her.
June 21, 2017
Violinist to skydive nude in Guinness World Record attempt
Glen Donnelly hopes to raise $15,000 for charity by attempting the World’s Highest Musical Performance in Free-fall. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 21, 2017
Is Melbourne Australia’s foremost cultural destination?
New report finds that domestic visitors rate it Australia’s most creative city, but international visitors put Sydney on top. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 21, 2017
Eight finalists to compete for Sydney Eisteddfod Opera Scholarship
Six sopranos, a mezzo, and a tenor are in the running to win the scholarship, which has a combined prize pool of $58,500. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 21, 2017
Richard Toop has died
Tributes are flowing for the acclaimed musicologist and inspiring teacher, who has passed away aged 71. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 20, 2017
Million dollar boost to arts and touring in regional Victoria
The latest grants from Victoria’s regional arts package support local groups and tours by flagship organisations. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 20, 2017
Surprise winner of the 2017 BBC Cardiff Singer of the World
Judges’ wildcard, Catriona Morison, has taken out the top prize beating finalists including Australia’s Kang Wang. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 19, 2017
2017 Helpmann Award nominations announced
My Fair Lady, The Book of Mormon, Barrie Kosky's Saul and Leah Purcell's The Drover's Wife lead the charge.
June 19, 2017
Cast your vote for Adelaide’s Walk of Fame
Public voting opens today to choose an artist whose star will be embedded in the Adelaide Festival Centre’s Walk of Fame. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 19, 2017
Shimon the robot marimbist performs own compositions
Researchers at Georgia Tech have used artificial intelligence and deep learning technology to teach a robot to compose. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 19, 2017
Melbourne Theatre Company pours $4.6m into Australian writing
MTC will commission a minimum of 35 new works and provide up to 15 writer-in-residence opportunities over five years. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 16, 2017
Dance event Tree of Codes bound for Melbourne Festival
Jonathan Holloway has announced his first festival highlight: a "miraculous" collision of ballet, visual art and electro-pop.
June 15, 2017
Pianist beats Guinness World Record for fast fingers
Portuguese-American pianist Domingos-Antonio Gomes smashed the record for most piano key hits in one minute. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 15, 2017