A master class in the world of opera marvel Maria Callas
A master class in the world of opera marvel Maria Callas.
Stage
Operation Ouch! for grown-ups: the van Tulleken brothers talk sex, drugs and overeating
The twin doctors bring a world exclusive adults-only version of their popular kids' infotainment show to Melbourne.
The remarkably even hand of Leonard Radic, The Age's theatre critic for nearly 30 years
Leonard Radic was witness to the birth of the Australian theatre scene as we know it.
Theatre
A master class in the world of opera marvel Maria Callas
A master class in the world of opera marvel Maria Callas.
Operation Ouch! for grown-ups: the van Tulleken brothers talk sex, drugs and overeating
The twin doctors bring a world exclusive adults-only version of their popular kids' infotainment show to Melbourne.
The remarkably even hand of Leonard Radic, The Age's theatre critic for nearly 30 years
Leonard Radic was witness to the birth of the Australian theatre scene as we know it.
Dance
Merry Widow is the dancing queen
There was a time when an opera singer with acting ability was a rarity – and the idea they might also be able to dance was unheard of.
The good, the bad and the incomprehensible
How to sum up a year of dance with all the contradictory extremes you might expect: thrilling and disappointing, technically impressive and technically challenged, polished and raw, memorable and forgettable – and that's just for starters.
Ballet boss retires after alleged misconduct
After accusations of sexual harassment and physical and verbal abuse, Peter Martins, the powerful leader of New York City Ballet who shaped the company for more than three decades, has decided to retire.
Musicals
Just how great was Leonard Bernstein?
Bernstein strained for depth in his "serious" works but achieved more when he wasn't trying so hard.
McLachlan allegations shock Rocky Horror creator
Richard O'Brien, the man behind iconic musical The Rocky Horror Show, says he's been left shocked and confused by allegations made against actor Craig McLachlan.
Musical calendar brimming with the weird and wonderful
Melbourne's 2018 offerings include a range of styles and a slew of shows that have never been seen here before.
Opera
Carmen given killer new ending
After more than 140 years of being stabbed to death on stage, the gypsy heroine of the opera Carmen gets her own revenge in a new Italian production – shooting her thwarted lover instead.
Merry Widow is the dancing queen
There was a time when an opera singer with acting ability was a rarity – and the idea they might also be able to dance was unheard of.
A royal love affair with this year's operas
From Opera Australia's King Roger to Melbourne Opera's Roberto Devereux, the kings and queens ruled the operatic calendar.
Comedy
Operation Ouch! for grown-ups: the van Tulleken brothers talk sex, drugs and overeating
The twin doctors bring a world exclusive adults-only version of their popular kids' infotainment show to Melbourne.
Marriage equality champion Panti Bliss is back to start a Riot
Panti Bliss is all about activism, complete with high heels and glitter.
'The horror': Melbourne comedian's viral NYE Phil Collins burn
He's one of the most divisive figures in pop music. And in the early hours of Monday morning, a Melbourne comedian went viral for once again poking a stick at one of the world's richest drummers.