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Music review: Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique, Hamer Hall

A program packed with excitement, but light on choral spectacle.

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In the beginning: a deeper look at the stories behind Lele

‘Lele’ traces the lives of a Samoan Australian family with resonating messages on drill music, community and trauma.

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Musical review: Seven Little Australians, Stirling Theatre, WA

The Stirling Players loyally resurrect this beloved Australian classic with dramatic flair and authentic affection.

Pianist Aura Go, dressed as Chopin, is seated at the piano while actor Jennifer Vuletic, as composer Franz Liszt, stands behind.
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Performance review: Chopin’s Piano, QPAC Concert Hall

Musica Viva’s unique stage adaptation of Paul Kildea’s book on the composer Chopin, his preludes, and one fateful instrument.

Flinders Quartet, Montsalvat Upper Gallery, Melbourne. Image supplied by Flinders Quartet
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Fine music ensembles are on the rise, but what is driving their success?

How our diverse and burgeoning chamber music ensembles create a unique voice and what they contribute to the overall musical…

Metal band performing on stage to crowd.
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Performance review: Adelaide Guitar Festival, Adelaide Festival Centre

Two performances showcasing guitar-based music in its various forms, from classical orchestras to death metal.

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Performance review: Prinnie Stevens: Lady Sings The Blues, MEMO Music Hall

A beloved anthology of songs sung with care and pizzazz.

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Music review: Symphony Series 4 Embrace, Adelaide Town Hall

A sentimental musical journey and a world premiere.

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60% of women and non-binary people feel unsafe in Melbourne’s music spaces

Many punters also report feeling unsafe, explains academic Andrea Jean Baker.

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Theatre review: The Wizard of Oz, The National Theatre

A loving adaptation of an old favourite.

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