Performing Arts
NSW's contemporary music strategy backs $250 minimum musician fees and calls for a new music school
The first-ever NSW Contemporary Music Strategy vows to invest $103 million over the next three years with funding initiatives and…
Musical review: A Christmas Carol, Comedy Theatre
Back again for its third iteration, this version comes with a new Scrooge and is as engaging as the previous…
Hobart Festival of Comedy returns in 2025 with line-up now announced
After a successful inaugural event this year, the Comedy Festival will return in 2025 to showcase local and international acts.
Performance review: Edging, Arts House
A show highlighting the perverse reality of Australia’s border security processes.
Canberra Theatre Centre celebrates 60th anniversary in 2025 and wants your memories
As part of its diamond jubilee, Canberra Theatre Centre has announced its first anniversary performance and launched a new project…
Dance review: The Nutcracker, Sydney Opera House
The Australian Ballet delivers a sumptuous festive feast for all ages.
WASO embraces new venues and new programs in its 2025 season
Despite the temporary closure of Perth Concert Hall, the West Australian Symphony Orchestra shows no sign of slowing down in…
Theatre review: Blak in the Room, Southbank Theatre
Three short plays offer 'the gift of hearing our stories' from First Nations playwrights and creatives.
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Voter fraud wreaks havoc at recent music awards
An incident of voter fraud altered five out of six publicly voted winners of the 2024 Music Victoria Awards.