Conductor walks after Israeli Opera says no to Hebdo tribute
Frédéric Chaslin refuses to conduct in light of unsympathetic management response.
January 11, 2015
MGLC to give Australian premiere of Harvey Milk opera
Melbourne Gay and Lesbian Chorus will present the biopic of the American gay activist at Melbourne’s Midsumma Festival.
January 9, 2015
Standing ovation for Charlie Hebdo tribute at Sydney Theatre
French company display “Je Suis Charlie” signs during curtain call at Sydney Festival opening night.
January 8, 2015
Sydney Symphony to offer training for NSW teachers
TunED-Up will provide primary level teachers with better skills for the teaching of music.
January 8, 2015
Khan Bonfils has died
Musical Theatre star and Hollywood actor has died suddenly during rehearsals in London.
January 8, 2015
Australia Piano Quartet and UTS launch Kids’ Proms
The new concert series, aimed at school children, hopes to stimulate better learning.
January 7, 2015
Further cuts to ABC Classic FM confirmed
Sunday Live is the latest program to be axed as part of the station’s significant ongoing reductions.
January 6, 2015
Opera boss attempts to bar two critics from performances
Lyndon Terracini refuses press tickets for two senior critics in response to negative articles. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
January 5, 2015
ABC Classic FM announce programming changes
Julian Day will present Classic Breakfast, one of the station’s most popular shows.
December 19, 2014
Gerald Finley’s Shostakovich named Recording of the Year
Limelight’s top gong goes to the Canadian Baritone’s Vocal Category winning album.
December 19, 2014
Classical music stars unite to fight HIV/AIDS
Proceeds from the sale of a new album will be donated to help fund research into a cure. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
December 19, 2014
Gergiev is latest Russian musician in Donetsk drama
Following Netrebko’s donation, the conductor has received an invitation to the Ukrainian opera house.
December 18, 2014
Australian Ballet’s Nutcracker to delight national audience
ABC Television will broadcast the acclaimed, sell-out production on Christmas Eve. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
December 18, 2014