Music
Sydney Festival 2026 celebrates 50 years of helping shape the city’s culture
Festival Director Kris Nelson discusses his inaugural Sydney Festival program, and looks to the future while celebrating the festival’s legacy.
Hair review: musical’s emotional heart lost in underwhelming production
The tribal love-rock musical opens in Melbourne with an underwhelming production that's more parody than passionate remount.
Sydney Conservatorium to expand West – the first in 110-year history
The Sydney Conservatorium to open new state-of-the-art learning space in Parramatta in 2026.
First Nations residency and funding opportunities a 'game changer' for artists
With a dedicated music residency and funding of up to $50,000, Creative Australia's programs for First Nations artists and young…
Melbourne Fringe 2025: a review diary
A selection of short reviews from the 2025 Melbourne Fringe Festival; rolling coverage which will be regularly updated.
The Lucky Country review: 'absolutely, vitally funny'
A genre-hopping musical comedy, The Lucky Country tackles the question of national identity with real heart and humour.
From gamers to lovers, this symphony orchestra has something for every ear
Ever thought you could celebrate love or geek out on games through music? Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s 2026 season has got…
In conversation with Tina Arena: 50 years on from her Young Talent Time debut
Tina Arena shares career wisdoms and warnings, on the occasion of her celebratory portrait commission for the National Portrait Gallery.
Rachael Maza on shaping the narrative, trusting her gut and preparing to say goodbye
After almost 18 years as ILBIJERRI’s Artistic Director, Dr Rachael Maza AM is stepping down at the end of the…
My Brilliant Career the musical will tour ACT and NSW in 2026
My Brilliant Career the musical plays Canberra, Sydney and Wollongong after its previously announced encore season at the Southbank Theatre…