New South Wales

Totally Tchaikovksy
A stunning performance from the Sydney Symphony, with guest pianist Garrick Ohlsson.

An English Christmas
Perhaps this critic is a bit of a Scrooge, but the Sydney Philharmonia Choir’s latest concert wasn’t anywhere near as…

Castor and Pollux
Pinchgut Opera’s production of this 1754 opera does its composer, the Frenchman Jean-Philippe Rameau, proud.

Mariage Blanc
This bawdy, surrealist excursion into youthful lust and prudishness is held back by the inconsistency of its tone.

The Queen of Spades
Based on the success of this production, Sydney Symphony should try their hand at opera more frequently.

Into the Mirror
There's something wistful about this independent new Australian play, which is notable for its refreshing lack of weak female characters.

Russian Masters
Another fine concert from the Sydney Symphony, including the premiere of a Rachmaninoff work in its original, unedited form.

Legacies of Love and Loss
Claire Primrose’s choice of recital program showcased her as a stunning storyteller as well as proving why dramatic soprano is…

Handel’s Messiah
Conducted by Dr Sarah Penicka-Smith, the Willoughby Symphony gave a beautiful performance of Handel's most famous work.

Hollywood Ending
With this production, ‘Rapid Write’ has upped the ante, and redefined our expectations of what the theatre can accomplish.