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Publicity image for Future D. Fidel's 'La Belle Epoque' at Theatre Works. Photo: Morgan Roberts. A black man is seen emerging from the shadows with a large chain necklace and what appears to be a floating crown above his head.
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What’s in store in 2024 for the performing arts (part five)

From indie theatre to choral masterpieces, 2024 has much to offer in the performing arts.

Strictly Gershwin. A number of ballet dancers pose mid dance in front of a film screen showing Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers.
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Dance Review:  Strictly Gershwin, QPAC

A welcome return tribute offers a sparkling production and splendid dancing from Queensland Ballet.

Umberto Clerici. Man in black formal wear conducts orchestra.
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Leading from the front, Umberto Clerici forges a new orchestral direction

Looking forward to an ambitious 2024 season, the Chief Conductor of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra recaps on his 2023 program…

Student musician from the University of Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. Photo of a young person with black hair playing a violin among other musicians.
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Orchestras strengthening international engagement

Over 100 student musicians are heading to Singapore and Malaysia, and a new major UK partnership for the MSO has…

A white man dressed in black sits in a bare room playing the cello. A fluffy white and brown cat stands in front of him, staring inquisitively at the camera.
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Symphony Orchestra’s new season of storytelling

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra’s (MSO) 2024 program highlights storytelling, reimagining and turning the ordinary into extraordinary.

Euan Fistrovic Doidge, Elandrah Eramiha, Monique Salle, Mark Hill. Image Darren Thomas
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Musical Theatre: The Wizard of Oz in Concert, QPAC

The latest production from Prospero Arts of a perennial favourite ticks many heart-warming boxes.

Simon Hewett and the Queensland Youth Symphony Photo: Sarah Marshall
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Concert Review: Earth Fire Water, Queensland Performing Arts Centre

Worthy of a professional orchestra, the Queensland Youth Symphony delivered a polished and professionally mature concert of richly coloured and…

Stuart Maunder Photo credit: Thant Photography
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Australia’s first-ever festival of Gilbert and Sullivan’s works opens in Adelaide

A 10-day festival celebrating the comic genius of Gilbert and Sullivan is attracting new audiences and die-hard supporters.

Sir Simon Rattle in conversation with Martin Buzacott at QPAC Photo: Peter Wallis
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In conversation with Sir Simon Rattle

On the eve of the LSO's Australian tour, Sir Simon Rattle discussed life and music with ABC presenter, Martin Buzacott.

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Music review: Brisbane Tango Orchestra, The Old Museum

The Brisbane Tango Orchestra presents new music composed by bandoneón soloist Owen Salomé in an exciting and stimulating concert program.

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