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.

Overflowing with musical and visual delights, this Fairy Queen is a gorgeous night in the theatre.

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

British director Netia Jones brings a hi-tech approach to Pinchgut Opera's The Fairy Queen, but music and story always come first, she tells Limelight.

Erin Helyard takes us on a fantastic journey through Bach’s Baroque universe.

The harpsichordist will perform Bach's Goldberg Variations in the way the composer intended it to be heard.

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Pinchgut Opera’s Artistic Director discusses playing the Goldberg Variations on a two-manual harpsichord as JS Bach intended.

Big reads, in-depth analysis of Limelight's Artists of the Year vote, and everything you need to stay on top of the classical music and performing arts scene.

Big reads, in-depth analysis of Limelight's Artists of the Year vote, and everything you need to stay on top of the classical music and performing arts scene.

A brilliant concert celebrating contemporary and classical works for cello and piano also explored the cello’s sonic properties with advanced playing techniques.

What do our opera and dance companies have on offer in the year ahead?