Jiří Bělohlávek has died
The Czech conductor, best known for his recordings of Janáček, Smetana, Dvořák, Suk and Martinů, has passed away aged 71.
June 1, 2017
Patrick Burns wins Hephzibah Tintner Conducting Fellowship
The 33-year-old wins $50,000 and mentorship at The Australian Ballet, Opera Australia and the Sydney Symphony. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 1, 2017
Megan Wilding wins Balnaves Indigenous Playwright’s Award
The "fierce young theatre maker" will explore themes of vengeance and sexual assault in a new, commissioned play.
May 31, 2017
Richard Tognetti wins JC Williamson Award
The ACO Artistic Director honoured by the Helpmann Awards for longstanding service to the live performing industry. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 31, 2017
The Australian Ballet posts a $4.1 million surplus
Despite a drop in paid attendances, the healthy surplus is due largely to donations, endowments and investments. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 31, 2017
“Rat-bag” choir from Mullumbimby is a hit in Russia
Dustyesky, who focus on Russian songs and drinking vodka, are making headlines on the other side of the world. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 31, 2017
Victoria’s indie arts receive over $1 million in funding
Soprano Deborah Cheetham, ELISION and the Australian Art Orchestra are among those receiving VicArts grants. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 31, 2017
Katie Noonan’s Queensland Music Festival programme announced
In her first festival as Artistic Director, the singer-songwriter focuses on social change, empowerment and the human voice. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 30, 2017
Elisabeth Chojnacka has died
The Polish harpsichordist who redefined her instrument’s contemporary repertoire passes at 77. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 30, 2017
Protestor plays new violin after the first was smashed by police
Venezuelan violinist Wuilly Arteaga saw a massive outpouring of support after his instrument was broken during protests. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 30, 2017
Sarah Contos wins $100,000 Ramsay Art Prize
The quilt of a lifetime wins Australia’s richest prize for young contemporary artists. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 29, 2017
Andrew Bovell named as new STC Patrick White Fellow
STC puts a focus on playwriting with a new Emerging Writers’ Group as well as the Patrick White Fellow and Playwright. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 29, 2017
SSO urges Fairfax Media not to cut arts coverage
Rory Jeffes has called on Greg Hywood to recognise the importance of critical arts journalism. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 28, 2017