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Orlando review: a dazzling journey traversing time, place and identity at Belvoir
Trans and non-binary actors take centre stage in this highly theatrical adaptation of Virginia Woolf’s gender-bending classic, 'Orlando: A Biography'.
Adelaide Oval to host exclusive performances of Franco Zeffirelli’s Aida in 2026
The late Franco Zeffirelli's arena production of Verdi’s Egyptian-set opera Aida will be performed in Adelaide.
Tarzan – The Stage Musical review: one for the Melbourne swingers
Tarzan excels is in the calibre of its cast and the dynamic presentation of Phil Collins’ score.
Ryoji Ikeda review: 2025 Now or Never’s spirit captured in this sonic-visual masterpiece
Blinding light and digitally synthesised ‘noise’ rattle the body and open a portal to another universe.
2026 Adelaide Festival reveals its first two productions
Fearless French actor Isabelle Huppert and acclaimed early music specialists Ensemble Pygmalion will perform exclusively at the 2026 Adelaide Festival.
Tasmanian Live Performance Exchange to develop statewide strategic plan by and for the sector
The newly formed Tasmanian Live Performance Exchange will develop a 10-year strategic plan for the state’s performing arts sector, and…
Melburnians urged to become action heroes at the 2025 Melbourne Fringe
Members of the public are encouraged to embrace participatory art experiences and generate change at this year’s Melbourne Fringe Festival.
Undercover Artist Festival: meet the stars and crew who bring it to life
In its tenth year, the Undercover Artist Festival continues to showcase performers with a disability – and wow audiences.
Junction Arts Festival's 2025 program celebrates Launceston culture
Celebrating Launceston-based companies and artists, Junction also draws in mainland performers and musicians from across Tasmania.
My Brilliant Career: MTC announces encore season of original musical in 2026
The critically acclaimed musical theatre adaptation of Miles Franklin’s My Brilliant Career returns to the MTC in 2026.