An orchestra may not be able to bring peace but it can at least help foster understanding, believes Daniel Barenboim. The outspoken advocate for reconciliation in the Middle East, and committed music educator, talks to Clive Paget as he prepares to visit Australia for the first time since 1970.
Excellent lead performances and an effective conceit make this a captivating night at the theatre.
It’s iconic now, but it nearly didn’t happen, and its construction took its toll on all involved. As the Sydney Opera House turns 45 in the centenary of its architect’s birth, CEO Louise Herron talks about the “restrained” celebrations planned during the current major upgrade, and we share an extract from a new book about the people behind the white sails.
The September 2018 issue of Limelight Magazine features a celebration of Jørn Utzon's mighty Sydney Opera House, Composer of the Month Peter Sculthorpe, and much more.
The September 2018 issue of Limelight Magazine is now on sale featuring Jørn Utzon's mighty building, Australian composer Peter Sculthorpe as Composer of the Month, and much more.
Ahead of his Australian performance with the Zurich Chamber Orchestra, the violinist talks about learning at the feet of Yehudi Menuhin and pranking Rostropovich.
Grace and some spicy paprika from an exciting young Hungarian cellist.
An exciting, vibrant program that felt a little too big for the Utzon Room.
Thriving in a bigger theatre, Dean Bryant's taut, inventive production of Assassins is a must see.
The Broadway legend gives us a refreshingly honest interview as she prepares to tour Australia in Don't Monkey With Broadway.
We speak to artist Jonathan Zawada about his 3D light sculpture, which takes the sails of the Sydney Opera House as its monumental canvas.
The pianist recorded his atmospheric first album in his kitchen at night – in spite of the neighbours – but now thanks to Internet success he’s touring the world.
Highlighting emerging voices, this was a fine hour of Australian choral music.
