Review: Britten’s Peter Grimes in Concert (Sydney Symphony Orchestra)
Britten's tale of a persecuted fisherman is brought to vivid, terrifying life in this concert performance.
July 26, 2019
Review: Ned Kelly (Lost & Found Opera, Perth Festival)
Luke Styles’ strong score is impressive in this new chamber opera, though the storytelling could be developed.
February 20, 2019
Review: More Guilty than the Poet (Adelaide Festival Centre & SA Circus Centre)
This theatre piece about Death is ingenious and thought-provoking but still has some way to go to reach its full potential.
August 26, 2018
Paul Stanhope: Singing and the ‘Strad’
While noting the generosity of philanthropists who donate valuable instruments, the composer makes a case for funding the human voice.
December 20, 2017
Review: Handel BELSHAZZAR (Adelaide Philharmonia Chorus)
Robert Macfarlane delivers robust tone and diction to die for as Belshazzar.
November 14, 2017
Review: The Coronation of Poppea (Lyric Opera of Melbourne)
Be seduced by Monteverdi’s tale of lust and power in Lyric Opera’s colourful production.
July 17, 2017
Review: Mountain (Australian Chamber Orchestra)
The ACO scales the heights with breath-taking visuals and a well-crafted score.
June 13, 2017