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West Australian Ballet defends use of recorded music for Dracula

MEAA says "musicians must not be seen as optional extras"; WA Ballet says union claims are "simply wrong".

March 20, 2026
Classical Music, News
news

Liz Chee named WASO Principal Oboe

Chee recognised for being “an integral part of WASO’s artistic life” for more than a decade.

March 18, 2026
Classical Music, Orchestral
news

Is the tide turning in Australian orchestral programming?

In 2025, Australian orchestras performed female composers more than Bach, Beethoven and Mozart combined. Hannah Lee Tungate walks us through the stats.

March 10, 2026
Classical Music
Live Review

Review: Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto (West Australian Symphony Orchestra)

Ahead of appearances across Australia, Sergej Krylov blazes in his WASO debut.

March 6, 2026
Classical Music
Live Review

Review: Mayhem and Rapture (West Australian Symphony Orchestra)

WASO’s Underground series, presented with Perth Festival, has become the orchestra’s laboratory for the wilfully eclectic.

February 28, 2026
News
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Creative Industries Taskforce appointed to drive WA sector growth

"A strong and thriving creative sector means more jobs, stronger local businesses and a more vibrant State," says Creative Industries Minister Simone McGurk.

January 7, 2026
Classical Music, Orchestral
features

Season Preview 2026: Orchestras and Symphonic Choirs

What do our orchestras and choirs have on offer in the year ahead?

December 19, 2025
Classical Music, Opera, Theatre, Vocal & Choral
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On Stage: the events you need to see in January/February 2026

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

December 19, 2025
Classical Music
Live Review

Review: Beethoven: The Emperor (West Australian Symphony Orchestra)

The third and final leg of a hugely satisfying journey through one of classical music’s most significant achievements.

December 1, 2025
Classical Music
Live Review

Review: Beethoven: The Master (West Australian Symphony Orchestra)

Piano works by the master showcased by a true poet of the keyboard.

November 29, 2025
Classical Music
Live Review

Review: Beethoven: The Maverick (West Australian Symphony Orchestra)

Czech pianist Lukáš Vondráček electrifies a journey of discovery into the music of classical music's titan.

November 27, 2025
Classical Music, Musical Theatre & Cabaret, Theatre
features

On Stage: the events you need to see in December 2025

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

November 24, 2025
Classical Music, Orchestral
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West Australian Symphony Orchestra launches 2026 season

WASO's 2026 showcases "extraordinary artistry" with Mahler Nine, Wagner's The Flying Dutchman and two new Aussie concertos.

October 23, 2025

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