Turandon’t? On racism and representation in opera
In an opinion piece in the Sydney Morning Herald, Cat-Thao Nguyen said she left OA's Turandot after Act 1 feeling "utterly sick" at the racism. We look at the complex issue.
March 4, 2022
Five Questions for Joseph Twist
The Australian composer discusses his new oratorio Watershed: The Death of Dr Duncan, which premieres at the Adelaide Festival.
February 21, 2022
On Stage: the events you need to see in March 2022
The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.
February 21, 2022
2022: Opera and Dance
What have our opera and dance companies programmed this year?
December 17, 2021
Review: Teddy Tahu Rhodes and Guy Noble (State Opera South Australia)
This recital, which extended beyond opera and lieder to include musical theatre and Australian standards, was rapturously received.
November 23, 2021
Review: The Barber of Seville (State Opera South Australia)
This delightful, technicolour-bright production is wonderful, light-hearted entertainment, and just what we need right now to lift the spirits.
November 15, 2021
On Stage: the events you need to see in November 2021
The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.
October 25, 2021
State Opera South Australia announces 2022 Opera on the Beach
State Opera South Australia has unveiled plans for a one-night-only performance of La Bohème on Adelaide’s Glenelg Beach.
October 14, 2021
The Adelaide performance of Voss is postponed
Due to the high level of uncertainly caused by COVID lockdowns, State Opera South Australia has cancelled its September season, postponing Voss and The Turn of the Screw to 2022.
August 16, 2021
Voss: Back from the wilderness
Why has it taken three decades for the opera Voss to be revived?
July 26, 2021
State Opera South Australia announces its final 2021 productions
State Opera South Australia will perform The Turn of the Screw and The Barber of Seville in the remainder of its 2021 season.
July 12, 2021
On Stage: the events you need to see in June 2021
The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.
May 24, 2021
Review: Sweeney Todd (State Opera South Australia)
This production of Stephen Sondheim's masterwork is something truly special.
May 12, 2021