Fundamentally ambivalent, progressively mortifying, The Unfriend holds up a winking funhouse mirror to these divided, truth-troubled times.

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

Mitchell Butel’s second STC season brings four world premieres, six Australian premieres and some major star power.

Beneath the wit and political intrigue of Emily Steel's sharp political satire lie more searching questions about who bears the burden of compromise, at home and in public life.

Audiences are coming to theatres despite the cost-of-living crisis. So why do so many shows fail to make money?

From symphonic reinvention to new theatrical worlds, Limelight's September issue spotlights artists reshaping tradition while forging their own futures.

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Actor Helen Thomson has spent a lifetime perfecting difficult women. Her role in Sydney Theatre Company's The Unfriend maybe her most perfectly difficult yet.

From symphonic reinvention to new theatrical worlds, Limelight's September issue spotlights artists reshaping tradition while forging their own futures.

The greatest strength of Jane Harrison's new play lies in its refusal to simplify its central figure.

A familiar face on stage and screen, Donovan was "the ultimate pro".