Blitzstein’s furious musical diatribe still packs a punch.

An extraordinary reminder of Bernstein's skill, craft and humanity, which will live long in the memory.

Growing up as a kid in New York, the conductor and author was bowled over by the two Leonard Bernsteins. Ahead of his Adelaide concerts, he explains how a fascination became a friendship.

Highlights include Brett Dean’s Hamlet, a Shakespeare adaptation akin to House of Cards, and an immersive German Requiem. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in