Music
Northern Queensland arts festivals optimistic despite state’s partial lockdown
Spirits remains high with FNQ festivals focused on upcoming programs despite Brisbane’s lockdown continuing.
Darwin Festival turns up the heat in 2021
Darwin Festival celebrates First Nations voices, gives young people the microphone, showcases cross-cultural collaboration, and puts on a Top End…
Balancing the scales of women’s representation in fine music
She Speaks, a day of concerts and conversations presented by the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, celebrates the works of female composers…
Australia Council invests $8.8 million in projects and companies nationwide
Across Australia, 256 creative projects will benefit from the Australia Council’s latest investment in the sector.
15 years of amplifying Tasmanian voices
Established in 2006, Tasmania Performs remains agile and responsive, and dedicated to developing Tasmanian artists and showcasing their stories to…
The sing-along festival that encourages community, connection and joy
One of Australia’s first participatory festivals returns this winter with a program that encourages audiences to collectively celebrate the power…
Exit interview: Kris Stewart, Brisbane Powerhouse
After eight years and 2,5000 productions, Kris Stewart has left the Powerhouse to take on a new role as CEO…
Introducing new Music Tasmania CEO Keith Deverell
Taking on the challenges of helming an arts organisation in the wake of the pandemic was a chance for Keith…
New series RISING Podcast 2021: the audio guide to Melbourne’s winter festival
A new festival deserves a new approach to the way artists share and discuss the ideas that inform their work.
Music review: Greatest Mozart 1, Canberra International Music Festival
Some very fine playing in an all Mozart program but acoustical issues leave us wanting more.