Music
Rob Hirst was not the figurehead of Midnight Oil – but he was its backbone
David Nichols reflects on the life and career of Midnight Oils' drummer and songwriter Rob Hirst, who died on Monday…
Hot Chip review: joy in repetition at the Sydney Opera House
Returning to Australia as part of Sydney Festival, Hot Chip showed why they are such beloved musical icons.
Rock and rolling into Mama Does Derby
Virgina Gay and Clare Watson discuss the comic horror of adolescence and a mother who redefines herself through roller derby.
Best 10 Australian albums and EPs of 2025
It's been a great year for Australian albums and EPs – here are 10 of the very best.
The 2026 APRA AMCOS Art Music Fund: why you should apply
The annual Art Music Fund unlocked a career-defining composition for Biddy Connor – and it could do the same for…
Diva review: mighty goddesses unite in this glittering exhibition
The first exhibition at Melbourne's new Australian Museum of Performing Arts is a star-studded look at the diva through the…
2026 season announcements: our rolling guide to the performing arts
Orchestras, recital centres, theatre companies and more: we're compiling a list of 2026 season announcements, to be updated regularly, for…
Much ado about who? The enduring appeal of Shakespeare
William Shakespeare is having a Renaissance moment. What has caused this enduring fascination, and how do his plays resonate with…
Amyl and The Sniffers and Ninajirachi top the 2025 ARIA Awards
Amyl and The Sniffers won four awards from the band's six nominations at last night's ARIA Awards in Sydney.
Cocteau’s Circle review: champagne sparkles with the ACO
Led by the inimitable Le Gateau Chocolat, the Australian Chamber Orchestra’s Cocteau’s Circle is sublime.