A three-course feast of early music and a star-powered production by the late Robert Wilson are among the banner events for Adelaide Festival 2026.

Anthony Marwood is the latest to play the famed c.1709 Strad; "I can hardly believe what it is capable of," he says.

Last bows? Brazil's effort to strengthen restrictions on pernambuco wood could have major impacts on string players worldwide.

Fiona Winning nurtured generations of artists and played a key role in the creation of Carriageworks as a contemporary arts hub.

Isata Kanneh-Mason, Brodsky Quartet, Bryce Dessner and more. New Director of Programming Iain Grandage puts his stamp on MRC in 2026.

Three Victorian and two NSW-based singers are in the running for the coveted $30,000 Marianne Mathy Scholarship.

Five performances, four pianists, three days, two grand pianos: this year's Out West Piano Fest is a vibrant and uplifting one.

Returning international favourites, first-time collaborations and world premieres: MVA launches seven national tours.

Big issues, huge voices, major talents ... September's Limelight casts a wide net over the Australian music and performing arts scene and hauls in a bumper catch.

Delivering a "legal ultimatum" to ANU, students claim that proposed cuts to the School of Music are in breach of Federal law.

Jack Symonds takes home twin trophies with Anne Cawrse, Chloe Kim and Cathy Milliken also amongst this year's awardees.

Annual survey updates the top 10 needledrops for facing the final curtain.