British actor Nathaniel Parker will take on the role for Opera Australia, starring opposite Australian soprano Claire Lyon as Eliza Doolittle.

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The failure of his 1977 musical Ned Kelly was a low point in Reg Livermore’s stellar career. But, he never lost faith in the show.

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.

New AD Alan Cumming presents a taster of his full line-up (to be announced next March), with his own new cabaret show closing the festival.

This new show captures the spirit of Reg Livermore's seminal 1975 solo show, cleverly combining old and new material for audiences today.

Opera Australia was the biggest winner of the night taking home nine gongs, while My Fair Lady and Aladdin dominated the musical theatre category.

Reg Livermore, Rhoda Roberts and Carrillo Gantner are among the recipients of Centenary lifetime achievement awards.

Julie Andrews channels her inner George Bernard in a Shavian Lerner and Loewe.

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