Mozart’s hair sells for £35,000, smashing estimate
Sold at auction by Sotheby’s, the lock of hair more than tripled its pre-sale valuation.
June 2, 2015
Aussie tenor Kang Wang joins New York’s Metropolitan Opera
The young lyric tenor will join the Met opera’s prestigious Lindemann Young Artist Program.
June 2, 2015
First details revealed of Berthold’s inaugural Brisbane Festival
The eclectic international programme takes its inspiration from Africa, Asia and America.
June 2, 2015
Wesley Enoch leaves Queensland Theatre for Sydney Festival
Enoch will lead the festival from 2017, taking over from current Festival Director Lieven Bertels.
June 2, 2015
Antony Pitts named as new Artistic Director of the Song Company
The British composer and conductor takes the reins from Roland Peelman after 25 years. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 2, 2015
Clover Moore leads charge to save Powerhouse
The Mayor of Sydney will head a rally to protest the proposed closure of the design and technology museum.
May 29, 2015
Arts Minister admits no consultation on funding reforms
Senator Brandis confirms that neither the Australia Council or the arts community were warned of changes to funding. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 28, 2015
Two Australian talents vie for Domingo’s Operalia
Sopranos Lauren Fagan and Kiandra Howarth are among 40 singers competing in the international opera competition. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 28, 2015
Barenboim unveils his new piano design in London
The famed conductor and pianist will perform his upcoming Schubert recital series on his “radically different” instrument.
May 27, 2015
Australian Ballet report $8 million surplus
Despite reporting huge profits in its 2014 Annual Report, Senator Brandis awards $150k additional funds. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 27, 2015
Notable philanthropist gives Sculthorpe’s home a musical future
Businessman and ardent supporter of the arts Peter Weiss will create new venue at composer’s former studio.
May 22, 2015
Australia Council make drastic cuts as artists prepare to protest
The Australia Council have suspended its six-year funding programme in response to the Federal Budget.
May 22, 2015
Limelight’s June 2015 Issue On Sale
David Robertson, Chief Conductor of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, is our Guest Editor.
May 21, 2015