Music
My Brilliant Career review: a mostly stellar adaptation of Miles Franklin’s 1901 novel
Melbourne Theatre Company’s musical My Brilliant Career is a joyful adaptation of the iconic novel, brought to the stage with…
Comma Sutra review: quirky etymological fun at FRINGE WORLD
Comma Sutra is a hilarious comedy act all about words and language.
Human Entertainment review: an unforgettable absurdist variety act
In Human Entertainment, Noah Skape delivers a FRINGE WORLD fever dream.
Best opportunities and grants for musicians in 2026
Here are the major grants and professional development opportunities for musicians and musical arts organisations in 2026.
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…