As Opera Australia searches for a new Artistic Director, Peter Tregear argues that it’s time for the company to find a fresh artistic vision predicated on the belief that opera has something important to offer the public.
May 23, 2022
This month’s concert highlights from ABC Classic, independent radio and streaming.
March 21, 2022
This pocket-sized production was an ideal introduction to opera for the young, for opera neophytes and for those who seek an edited experience.
February 21, 2022
The great Australian maestro lends support to a season of bittersweet masterpieces.
December 8, 2021
Kanen Breen dazzles in a riotous production of Rameau’s comedy directed by Neil Armfield.
December 2, 2021
When Rameau wrote Platée he was taking a bold step outside of traditional French opera by treating comedy as seriously as tragedy. Erin Helyard explains.
November 18, 2021
Based in Europe, Australian soprano Alexandra Flood is back home for a few months and discusses her career, quarantine at Howard Springs, forthcoming gigs and making the most of it during COVID.
September 3, 2021
Canberra's new National Opera makes an impressive debut with a handsome production and some mouthwatering vocal artistry.
April 12, 2021
A year after a terrifying bout of the coronavirus, with blood clots in her lungs, the Australian soprano has finally recovered and is about to play Vitellia in La Clemenza di Tito for Canberra's new National Opera.
April 1, 2021
The company celebrates 20 years with impressively bold offerings and major players.
December 8, 2020
The new Canberra company unveils its inaugural season tomorrow. In an exclusive story, we reveal the two productions it will present next year.
December 2, 2020
How bequests from opera lovers are supporting established and emerging arts companies across the globe.
March 1, 2020