The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.

Small companies are “vital” to Australia’s arts ecology, given “so much opera is being dictated by finances” higher up the chain, says soprano Celeste Lazarenko.

The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.

A fine cast of Puccini interpreters animate this nostalgic farewell to Gale Edwards’ Weimar-era production.

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

OA announces three key leadership appointments. Company "now on a sustainable footing," says outgoing Board Chair Rod Sims.

A much-loved member of the Opera Australia Chorus and a singer who could hold her own in any company, Adele Johnston has died.

Creating Opera Australia's 2026 season without an artistic director has been a galvanising challenge, "a real team effort".

Michael Sumuel, Siobhan Stagg and Kiandra Howarth deliver textbook examples of how to sing Mozart under Maestro Matteo Dal Maso.

In the second part of our look at the changing face of China’s arts scene, Tim Draxl, Lise Lindstrom, Dane Lam and Ivan Gil-Ortega share their experiences.

Two musicals by lyricist Lynn Ahrens and composer Stephen Flaherty – Anastasia and Once on This Island – are opening in Australia.

This month’s performance highlights from ABC Classic, independent radio and streaming.