Culture
Musicals
'My agent called and said I should sit down': Hamilton star on role of a lifetime
The production will be led by rising star Jason Arrow, who has been catapulted to one of the most coveted roles on stage.
- by Nathanael Cooper
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Hamilton
At a time of global reckoning around race, Hamilton could be a salve
After a casting process spanning more than a year, the producers of Hamilton have finally settled on their cast and will announce it on Monday morning.
- by Nathanael Cooper
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Arts
Sydney Opera House reveals summer program
A popular musical, the return of a circus troupe and a dash of magic are on the line-up.
- by Nathanael Cooper
Diversity
'I understand why people are upset': Pippin star opens up
US import Gabrielle McClinton has scored a lead musical theatre role in Sydney, ruffling some local feathers.
- by Nathanael Cooper
Performing arts
Yes they can can can: Moulin Rouge picks up 14 Tony Award nominations
The show was created by Australian production company Global Creatures.
- by Nathanael Cooper
Diversity
'I just want her to feel welcome': Pippin star addresses controversy
Ainsley Melham should be celebrating his return to the Sydney stage after performing on Broadway, instead he is facing a casting controversy not of his own making.
- by Nathanael Cooper
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Performing arts
'I am angry': Musical star slams Pippin producers over casting decision
Performers around Australia are up in arms after the producer of Pippin elected to bring an actor from overseas to play a key role.
- by Nathanael Cooper
Performing arts
Tarik got through theatre's 'white wall', now he wants to help others
The musical theatre star is used to being the only person of colour in an audition room – he wants your help to change that.
- by Catherine Lambert
What's on
Best of the week: What to see, hear and do from October 4-10
From socially distanced cabaret, to an evening with author Craig Silvey, Craft Week and true-crime podcast virtual event, we have your week in Sydney covered.
- by Nicole Elphick
Performing arts
Musical theatre prize cancelled after diversity row
When a $50,000 musical theatre scholarship picked an overwhelmingly white list of 30 semi-finalists it was accused of subconscious prejudice.
- by Nick Miller and Catherine Lambert
Arts
Why are Australian musicals so white?
A scholarship scandal and an Oscars announcement have prompted calls for more diversity in Australian musical casting - and behind the scenes.
- by Catherine Lambert