Performing Arts

Opera review: Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg, Royal Exhibition Building
Melbourne Opera stays well within its comfort zone for Wagner’s epic comedy. Â

Performance review: Confessions of a Drag Queen Accountant, Skye Scraper, His Majesty's Theatre, FRINGE WORLD
A dynamic evening of salacious storytelling.

Theatre review: POTUS, fortyfivedownstairs
A satirical farce with a conceit and style very similar to 'Veep' that can’t quite compare.

Arts news watch: this week’s trending topics
We report it – you read it. Keep your eye on this week's top arts news stories.

Theatre review: Tim Minchin – First at the Foundry
The Australian performer christened the stage of the new Foundry Theatre with a show that was equal parts brilliant and…

Dance-theatre critique of toxic masculinity, 'KING', invited to Belgrade Dance Festival
Shaun Parker and Company’s ‘KING’ tours to Serbia next month, with Australian triple-threat dancer, actor and singer-songwriter Keiynan Lonsdale now…

Celebrating anniversaries in 2025: the second wave of announcements
ArtsHub celebrates the performing arts organisations and festivals that are marking major anniversaries in 2025.

Concert review: AURORA 2025, Margaret Court Arena
The Norwegian songstress is a national treasure with soul-touching vocals and charming authenticity.

Performance review: Homophonic!, Theatre Works, midsumma festival
A celebration of some of Australia’s best queer, classical musicians and compositions.

Album review: Hurry Up Tomorrow, The Weeknd
Will this be The Weeknd's final album?