Veljo Tormis has died
The Estonian composer, best known for his folk-inflected choral works, has died at 86 of long-term illnesses.
January 23, 2017
2016 Sydney Theatre Awards announced
Little Shop of Horrors, Antigone, The Drover’s Wife and Faith Healer win 22 of the 35 awards presented.
January 23, 2017
Riccardo Muti makes triumphant return to La Scala
The Italian maestro conducted the Chicago Symphony in Milan 12 years after his controversial bust-up.
January 23, 2017
Liquidator investigates Brisbane Baroque for insolvent trading
Report puts debts close to $1 million with Liquidator saying there is “ample” public evidence to suggest criminality.
January 23, 2017
The Present cast shows solidarity with the Women’s March
Actors in Sydney Theatre Company’s Broadway production donned pink pussy hats at Saturday’s curtain calls.
January 23, 2017
Opera stars’ alternative Inauguration video
Music director Glen Roven has released the video for The Hillary Tapes starring a host of opera A-listers.
January 21, 2017
Signed Sutherland LPs head opera rarities for sale online
The UK’s Opera Rara has opened online bidding for items in their unique collection of opera memorabilia.
January 19, 2017
Opera stars’ alternative Inauguration trailer released
Music director Glen Roven has issued the trailer for The Hillary Tapes starring a host of opera A-listers.
January 19, 2017
Classical musicians grapple with performing for Trump
David Shenton says no to playing at the Inauguration, while The Piano Guys provide a laundry list of justifications. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
January 18, 2017
Opera Australia opts for three more years of Terracini
Lyndon Terracini has had his contract as OA Artistic Director extended until 2021. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
January 17, 2017
St. George’s Cathedral to perform WA Handel premiere
Joseph Nolan plans to welcome the Queen of Sheba amongst a programme ranging from Bach to Britten.
January 17, 2017
Piano tuner strikes gold stashed in piano
A “stunning” hoard of gold artefacts has been discovered in Shropshire.
January 17, 2017
Brisbane Baroque goes into liquidation owing $800,000
Executive Director Jarrod Carland puts the company into administration, leaving artists little hope of payment.
January 16, 2017