Children’s pearls of wisdom inspire the latest Hush album
Lior, Elena Kats-Chernin and The Idea of North have collaborated on a CD for hospitalised kids and their families.
November 11, 2016
Jo Litson
Jo Litson is the Editor of Limelight Magazine. She took up the position in late 2018 having joined the magazine as Deputy Editor in 2016. During a 35-year career as an arts journalist she has been a contributor to numerous publications including Limelight, The Australian, The Bulletin, and the Qantas magazine. She was the arts writer and theatre reviewer for The Sunday Telegraph for 12 years until 2018, and has written the labels for the Archibald Prize for the Art Gallery of New South Wales for over 20 years.
Articles by Jo Litson
Chamber, Classical Music, Instrumental, Jazz, Musical Theatre & Cabaret, Opera, Orchestral, Vocal & Choral
New website spreads the love for female musicians
Julie Kerr has founded Music Love, an online platform to showcase women across all branches of the Australian music industry. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
November 9, 2016
2016 Screen Music Awards announced
Antony Partos takes home a double, while Alan John, Caitlin Yeo and Neil Sutherland are among the composers honoured. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
November 9, 2016
Subsidised Ring Cycle tickets released
An anonymous donor has sponsored a number of tickets to the Melbourne Ring Cycle to encourage new audiences. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
November 7, 2016
Review: A Flea in Her Ear (Sydney Theatre Company)
★★★★☆ A riotous farce performed with the perfect mix of precision and sense of the ridiculous. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
November 7, 2016
Liam Scarlett joins Queensland Ballet
The in-demand choreographer comes to Brisbane as Artistic Associate in addition to his role at London’s Royal Ballet. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
November 6, 2016
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The 2017 Perth International Arts Festival unveiled
Shostakovich in the theatre and concert hall, an eight-hour theatrical marathon and a Vietnamese circus are highlights. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
November 2, 2016
Joshua Bell to lead the Academy back to Australia
For the first time in nearly 30 years, Sir Neville Marriner’s chamber orchestra will tour nationally in 2017. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
November 1, 2016
William Soo wins Victoria’s Young Performer Award
The 19-year pianist will now represent Victoria in the national final of the 2016 Young Virtuoso of the Year Award. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
October 31, 2016
Nigel Levings on the art of good lighting
In an extract from his new Platform Paper, the lighting designer discusses a famous scene from La Bohème. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
October 31, 2016
City Recital Hall unveils its first curated programme
The lively Sydney venue will host an eclectic line-up in 2017 from classical concerts to an illuminated sound bubble. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
October 31, 2016
Meet young classical pianists Lucas and Arthur Jussen
The Dutch brothers are royal favourites and have collaborated with Sir Neville Marriner. Now they’re coming to Australia. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
October 30, 2016
Pumeza Matshikiza: “I actually saw people burning to death”
Growing up in apartheid South Africa had its share of trauma for the lyric soprano who dreamed of a career on the opera stage. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
October 27, 2016