Performing Arts

Norma, Athenaeum Theatre (VIC)
Melbourne Opera did the school of singing proud with an impressive production of this challenging bel canto opera.

Twenty-something, Hares and Hyenas/Melbourne Fringe (VIC)
A self-aware story of love, friendship and idealism.

Exit Interview: Brisbane Festival’s David Berthold
In his fifth and final festival, David Berthold looks back on how festival culture and Brisbane itself has changed during…

Kate Miller-Heidke: Zero Gravity, Sydney Opera House (NSW/National)
The versatile talent brings a mix of forms to her latest concert tour.

High Performance Packing Tape, Sydney Opera House (NSW)
Despite an assured performance and impressive sound design, Branch Nebula’s production lacks surprise.

ICYMI: The week's top stories in the arts
59 artists announced for Never the Same River; Tarnarthi program revealed; TSO drops Hobart concert; residency programs and more.

On the move: the latest appointments and resignations
Country Arts SA CEO to retire After 26 years with the organisation, long-standing Country Arts SA (CASA) CEO Steve Saffell…

Building a vibrant city nightlife
Sydney’s notorious lockout laws virtually killed the CBD but as there to remove the laws Miriam Cosic looks for new…

How artists can survive climate anxiety
Climate despair can be stifling for artists or anyone who doesn’t feel like they are doing ‘enough' to impact change.…

Theatre vs the climate crisis
What are the performing arts doing to help combat the climate crisis?