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.

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

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.

The very model of a modern Gilbert & Sullivan production: nostalgic yet fresh and funny, with cast and orchestra on song.

Our top 10 opera reviews chart an operatic landscape where bold new works jostle with reimagined classics for audience attention.

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What musicals are on offer in 2026?

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

Limelight published hundreds of live music, theatre, dance and opera reviews this year. But what were the critiques that really clicked with our readers?

Three rising singers will join the company in January to work as ensemble and principal artists throughout the season.

Playful to a dizzying degree, this rarely performed Australian work merges the life of Lewis Carroll and his nonsense poem The Hunting of the Snark.

This month’s performance highlights from ABC Classic, independent radio and streaming.