What do our festivals have on offer in the year ahead?

Grace Jones to headline a program of international stars including Åkervinda, BADBADNOTGOOD and Oumou Sangaré.

“Lower your guard,” says incoming Artistic Director Matthew Lutton, heralding the return of Peter Sellars and contemporary music.

A showcase of undeniable brilliance and beauty from Arooj Aftab, Pakistan's Grammy-winning superstar.

WOMADelaide reasserts its claim to a place on the top shelf of international music festivals with a program of award-winners, exciting debuts and cherished legends.

What do the festivals have on offer in the year ahead?

From the power of choirs to the power of young people, the Adelaide Festival’s new Artistic Director Ruth Mackenzie shares her thoughts on next year’s program, and the future.

The writer, broadcaster, theatre-maker and OzAsia Festival Artistic Director recalls how writing down the lyrics to pop songs fermented her love of music.

The latest arts appointments and departures.

Joseph Tawadros recalls how he got hooked on the oud, and how the instrument – and the teaching of it – is evolving as it becomes more accepted into orchestras around the world.

What have our festivals programmed this year?

Running over four days in March, WOMADelaide's 30th iteration is a largely Australian affair, with a few international guests that underscore the diversity of the lineup.