Both companies acknowledge the talent, commitment and artistic growth of outstanding dancers as they rise through the ranks.

"The most amazing and exhausting week and a half of the year" – and the rising star cellist is not talking about Christmas.

Richard Linklater’s irresistibly immersive film follows the shooting of Jean-Luc Godard’s Breathless.

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

Big themes and big emotions dominate – from Mozart’s Requiem to Mahler’s symphonies to Tippett’s humanist oratorio.

Dramatic sacred music, eclectic journeys across Europe – all with historically informed yet fresh perspectives.

"A gentleman, a consummate professional." Alan Smith pulls stumps on a 30-year career with Queensland Symphony Orchestra.

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

"I don’t want to do a tribute act," says Ursula Yovich. "This is me telling her story and mine."

A look back at the moments, milestones and stories that shaped our year in the arts.

A soncert series designed to lift the spirit, enrich the mind and celebrate the profound intersection of music and sacred tradition.

Who are the Australian and international artists who most thrilled and entertained you this year? Check out the shortlists here.