Performing Arts

West Australian Symphony Orchestra’s next regional tours visit Kalgoorlie, York and Bunbury
WASO’s regional touring program continues in the second half of 2025, including taking the full Orchestra on the road.

Hir review: a play that explores the collision of PTSD and male privilege
Family and gender politics are explored in this play about identity, belonging and redemption.

Carmen review: a new look for a classic opera at Sydney Opera House
One of the most famous operas of the 19th century gets a 21st century makeover.

The Velvet Sundown: AI-generated band stirs controversy across global music industry
With millions of streams and a viral retro image, The Velvet Sundown has reignited global debate over AI music, raising…

Ex-Sydney Festival Director delivers first program in new Toronto festival role
Australian arts leader Olivia Ansell sends a postcard from Canada after her first months in new festival role.

Opportunities and awards
Enlighten Festival callout, SA Arts Leadership Program open, plus finalists across the 2025 National Biography Award, Bowness Photography Prize and…

RISING receives lifeline from Creative Australia to deliver 2026 dance biennial
ArtsHub exclusive: RISING will return in 2026 as the national presenter of the Australian Dance Biennial.

Observatory Theatre
Telescope New Writing Program
Calling Queensland based emerging playwrights with big ideas! The Telescope New Writing Program commissions daring, adventurous and imaginative new works…

Universal Kingdom: The Next Era review: dinosaurs lit up as part of Illuminate Adelaide
A luminous installation of dinos big and small.
Country Arts SA
Beating up the Beatles | Burra
The Beatles like you’ve never heard them before — with a swing, a sway, and a whole lot of soul.