Opera
Opera review: A Celebration of Opera by Voxalis
The finale to Voxalis’ inaugural program for 2022 offered a tantalising mix of opera favourites with some welcome lesser-known repertoire.
Opera review: La Traviata
A polished production of Verdi's masterwork about the colourful life and death of a Parisian courtesan.
Warwick Adeney steps down from the QSO
Ushering in a new era for the Queensland Symphony Orchestra as a legendary concertmaster retires and a new management team…
Has opera lost its mojo?
The National Opera Report warned of a lack of 'vibrancy' in opera. A new research project hopes to find it.
Opera review: Women of the Pietà
Soprano Miriam Allan is joined by a chorus of 12 women and an ensemble of expert orchestral players in service…
Opera review: Iolanthe
Gilbert and Sullivan’s Iolanthe was given star treatment by the opera students of Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University.
Opera Australia’s Lyndon Terracini bows out with a starry flourish
OA's outgoing Artistic Director throws a celebratory season. But will Melbourne opera lovers feel left out of the party?
Opera review: La Traviata
Three state opera companies join forces to stage a pleasing retelling of Verdi’s most beloved opera.
Where are the development programs for women opera directors?
Whereas state theatre companies have taken a proactive role in investing in development programs for women directors and other creatives,…
The secret art of conducting
Conductors including Vanessa Scammell, Asher Fisch and Nicholas Braithwaite discuss their roles and their relationships with orchestras.