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Ballet review: Manon, Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
A technically and emotionally challenging ballet that, despite its traditional staging, still asks relevant questions today.

Flotsam Festival is surfing along the Gold Coast
The annual festival returns in May with a whirlpool of film, photography, and surf.

Velvet Underground co-founder, 10-minute dance parties, drones: it’s all in for Illuminate Adelaide
Illuminate Adelaide has announced its 2025 program, including nine world premieres and plenty of winter immersive experiences.

Arts news watch: this week's trending topics
We report it – you read it. Keep your eye on this week's top arts news stories.

Shining a light on emerging photomedia artists at the Museum of Australian Photography
Melbourne's future photographers on display.

Sydney Dance Company prepares for its 2025 international tour
Globetrotting into prestigious venues and an artistic residency.

The inaugural Music and Data insight summit: April 2025
A new music and data summit is aiming to deliver insights to the music industry.

Live & Local returns in Sydney Writers' Festival 2025
Highlights of the 28th edition of the Live & Local program.

Arts news watch: this week's trending topics
We report it – you read it. Keep your eye on this week's top arts news stories.