Australian World Orchestra reveals 2024 program
AWO assembles again in October for concerts featuring one of the great voices of our times, the German countertenor Andreas Scholl.
AWO assembles again in October for concerts featuring one of the great voices of our times, the German countertenor Andreas Scholl.
MRC's Sound Vibrations creates space for kindergarten-aged kids who are Deaf or hearing-impaired to make and engage with music.
The fourth winter festival of light to feature performances by genre-busting musicians including Joep Beving, Max Cooper and Kim Gordon.
Katia Geha, Zinia Chan, Klearhos Murphy and Felix Wallis receive world-class mentorship to develop a new work, set to premiere in November.
Goldner String Quartet join Kathryn Selby in a series of farewell concerts celebrating decades of musical and personal friendships.
The Sydney Symphony Orchestra and Australian String Quartet join forces for one special concert.
Ross Edwards tells Maddy Briggs about his new hour-long work, inspired by Monteverdi, which grapples with our looming ecological crisis.
Writing from a small Indonesian island, Guy Noble reflects on the Muslim call to prayer and the ringing bells at Christian churches.
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Lior and Nigel Westlake's groundbreaking work made for a powerful opening statement for this year's Canberra International Music Festival.
An intense, compact listening experience from a young quartet with an enviable reputation for elegance, precision and energy.
Raw power and energy as from Sydney Chamber Choir as they scale Mozart’s final peak.
A core repertoire work for the TSO refreshed, refined and made something special.
Great Sibelius from start to Finnish under a conductor to whom this music seems like second nature.
Belinda McClory shines in Andrew Bovell’s family drama about flawed relationships tested by seismic change.
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The conductor/pianist reflects on his 10 years as Artistic Director of the Canberra International Music Festival.
Strap yourself in for Joyce Yang's upcoming recital series. "We’ll take the sharp corners together!”
Neil Armfield talks to Limelight about bringing something of the old Brooklyn Dodgers stadium to Arthur Miller's classic drama.
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A new, world class instrument at the heart of St James' is about to be put through its paces.
We are excited to announce the launch of a new company that will offer a small range of cultural tours within Australia and abroad.
Tyran Parke tells Jo Litson about his bold moves at this year’s Australian Musical Theatre Festival.
Lior and Nigel Westlake's groundbreaking work made for a powerful opening statement for this year's Canberra International Music Festival.
Goldner String Quartet join Kathryn Selby in a series of farewell concerts celebrating decades of musical and personal friendships.
MRC's Sound Vibrations creates space for kindergarten-aged kids who are Deaf or hearing-impaired to make and engage with music.
AWO assembles again in October for concerts featuring one of the great voices of our times, the German countertenor Andreas Scholl.
Katia Geha, Zinia Chan, Klearhos Murphy and Felix Wallis receive world-class mentorship to develop a new work, set to premiere in November.
The Frenchiest of operettas springs to life with oodles of Ooh la la!
The Frenchiest of operettas springs to life with oodles of Ooh la la!
French violinist Matthieu Arama steps into the role left vacant after the less-than-amicable departure of Jun Yi Ma in 2022.
A perfect night at the opera opens OQ's inaugural Brisbane Bel Canto festival, giving soprano Jessica Pratt a production of Lucia to call her own.
The centenary of Puccini's death gives creatives the chance to reflect on what makes his operas so special and explore new ways to stage them.
Opera Queensland is on a mission to take opera as far afield as possible and change the way it’s perceived.
Berlioz’s employer’s daughter turns out to be a first-rate composer.
Neil Armfield talks to Limelight about bringing something of the old Brooklyn Dodgers stadium to Arthur Miller's classic drama.
Theatre and opera designer Charles Davis heads to Europe to participate in workshops and creative labs.
Belinda McClory shines in Andrew Bovell’s family drama about flawed relationships tested by seismic change.
Five characters in speech-making mode spin stories that take unexpected, sometimes bizarre turns.
With roots in 1990s online culture and horror movies, Bridget Mackey's two-hander explores desire, grooming and abuse.
The “merry month” in the northern hemisphere, May is a “busy month” here in Australia. The upcoming edition of Limelight is proof of it.
In its first contemporary performance program, PICA presents new works from locals Decibel New Music Ensemble and STRUT Dance.
Queensland Ballet’s new Artistic Director shares her love for the piano and reveals a surprising musical crush.
The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.
La Bayadère might not come this way again for many a year. Balletomanes should catch this sumptuous production while they can.
The Australian Ballet's dancers make Johan Inger’s masterpiece their own, meeting his challenge to find the human in its ugliness and beauty.
The David Page Music Fellowship provides early career Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander composers with opportunities to collaborate with Bangarra Dance Theatre.
The Frenchiest of operettas springs to life with oodles of Ooh la la!
English baritone’s fantasy party for RVW is a delightful floral tribute.
A poignant interplay of light and darkness makes for a choral gem.
High-res performances from HD Duo with all-Australian repertoire.
Berlioz’s employer’s daughter turns out to be a first-rate composer.
Zimmermann weaves his magic from Stravinsky to Bartók.
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Our specialist writers analyse this year’s offerings in theatres and concert halls.
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