New South Wales

Theatre review: Master Class, Ensemble Theatre
Terrence McNally’s play about opera legend Maria Callas gives us a masterclass in stagecraft.

What killed Darlinghurst Theatre Company?
Darlinghurst Theatre Company entered voluntary administration last week. The complex narrative around its decline is a warning for other organisations.

Singapore Symphony Orchestra set for 2025 Australian debut
Praised as one of the best orchestras in the world, the SSO performs in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane in February…

Can a festival provoke for all the best reasons?
At the Festival of Dangerous Ideas, nothing seems to be off the table – from a meditation on genocide to…

Theatre review: King Lear, Neilson Nutshell, Pier 2/3
Bell Shakespeare takes a minimalist approach to 'King Lear' in its first production of the play since 2010 – with…

Dance review: Horizon, Drama Theatre, Sydney Opera House
Bangarra Dance Theatre’s darkly beautiful new production draws upon the ancient roots of both Australian and New Zealand First Nations…

Art world remembers Australia’s oldest painter, Guy Warren
Celebrating the remarkable life and legacy of painter Guy Warren, who died last week.

Theatre review: Death in the Pantheon, Flight Path Theatre
The latest production from Sydney’s Upper Crass Theatre Company is somewhat flawed – but not without its charms.Â

What a $20 million lifeline for Sydney’s cultural life buys
‘Our creative workforce increasingly can’t afford to live or work here,’ Clover Moore, Lord Mayor. ArtsHub look at the City…

Surprises as most cultural Australian cities (per capita) revealed
Recent data shows that regional cities offer top cultural experiences.