Performing Arts

How circus arts strengthen young people’s mental health and social connections, new report details
The report, commissioned by Spaghetti Circus and conducted by Patternmakers, has national implications.

Opportunities and awards
Grant for experimental theatre and new initiative for immersive art, plus winners of songwriting competition and finalists of 2025 Penguin…

Theatre review: Is That You, Ruthie? Cremorne Theatre, QPAC
The journey of a mother and daughter separated by the government’s removal policy is a heartbreaking tale of courage and…

Dance review: Somos, Arts Centre Melbourne
Rafael Bonachela’s passionate and 'most Spanish' work triumphs in a perfect, intimate setting.

$10 million philanthropic gift will support Adelaide Festival Centre’s arts programming
Dr Pamela Wall AO’s $10 million pledge is the largest performing arts donation ever made in South Australian history.

Theatre review: Love, Old Fitz Theatre
An intense fusion between location and production.

Music review: New Order, Summer on the Forecourt, Sydney Opera House Forecourt
Legendary English band New Order hit the spot with their first Sydney show in half a decade.Â

Music review: PJ Harvey, Sydney Opera House Forecourt
Not just a concert, PJ Harvey offered a performed music experience.

Music reviews: Horizons Chamber Landscapes 2025 and Dialogues in Sound, Adelaide Festival 2025
A concert that offered hope for the world and a rousing musical statement in a gilded Victorian concert hall.

Music review: Daylight Express, Elder Hall, Adelaide Festival 2025
Six exquisitely fashioned gems as part of a two-week series of lunchtime recitals at Elder Hall, The University of Adelaide.