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Theatre review: The Children’s Hour, Old Fitz Theatre

Ninety years on from when Lillian Hellman first wrote the play, its story is still relevant.

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Performance reviews: Samsara: A Cine-Concert, Ultimate Safari, LEGENDS (of the Golden Arches) Perth Festival

Three short-run shows at Perth Festival explore a range of topics and mediums.

Concerts touring to Australia in second quarter of 2025. Photo of a crowd gathered outdoors, some holding up their phones to capture the fireworks in the distance.
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Concerts touring to Australia April to June: Katy Perry, Cyndi Lauper, The Offspring, Rag'n'Bone Man and more

A go-to list of major international artists playing in Australia 2025.

Green Mujsic Australia is touring the New South Wales through March to assist venues in improving their sustainability.
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Green Music Australia set to pilot certification scheme for live venues

As pressure builds on the arts and music industries to improve sustainability measures, Green Music Australia has announced a pilot…

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Dance review: Bunyi Bunyi Bumi, Bunjil Place, Asia TOPA 2025

A dance performance showcasing the interconnectedness of cultures.

Straight from the Strait proved to be one of the judge's favorites in the 2024 Matilda Awards. Image: Opera Queensland.
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Matilda Awards reveal a busy and diverse Brisbane theatre scene

At the annual Matilda Awards, judges picked from over 100 shows to find the best in Brisbane, in 2024.

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Performance review: Opera for the Dead (祭歌), Asia TOPA 2025

A cyber-opera that deserves the world stage.

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Music review: An Evening with Joseph Keckler, Brunswick Ballroom

Playing across different styles and genres, this musician is experimental and entertaining.

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Theatre review: Picnic at Hanging Rock, Drama Theatre, Sydney Opera House

The Sydney’s Theatre Company’s production lives up to the reputations of both the well-regarded book and the classic film.

ballet companies: a male-female ballet pas de deux posing in a white tutu costume against a bright pink backdrop. Their pose is mirror imaged on each half of the photo.
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Cost crises and funding parity issues for ballet companies outside Sydney-Melbourne bubble

Two major ballet companies say they are not receiving equitable government funding support. How much is their location to blame?

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