Without a time machine, this is the closest you’ll get to hearing Mozart play

Musical polymath Francesco Corti will play a replica of Mozart’s fortepiano in a series of concerts this month – but how does it compare to the real thing?

• October 23, 2024
• by Barney Zwartz

Hamilton’s return is spectacular – and exactly what we need right now

In today’s divided political climate, Hamilton’s brilliant story and incredible cast of fan-favourites and newcomers is precisely the antidote we need.

• August 9, 2024
• by Chantal Nguyen

Ken Wyatt is not known for anger. But when he read his family’s government files ...

The former minister for Indigenous Australians thought he knew everything about the heartache of his people. Then he read about the treatment of his forebears.

• May 25, 2024
• by Victoria Laurie

‘I like a show!’: From producing The Voice to directing funerals

Julie Ward had a stellar career as producer of The Voice and other hit TV shows. Now she helps people at their most vulnerable: when a loved one has died.

• February 25, 2024
• by Peter FitzSimons

Dutton’s advantages over Albanese could yet turn out to be problems

The fact that Anthony Albanese is not a show pony or soundbite machine can be a strength. But the dangerous flipside is that Peter Dutton is willing to fill the void.

• November 20, 2023
• by Sean Kelly

The Voice judge Jason Derulo accused of sexual misconduct

The high-profile singer and judge on Seven’s The Voice has been accused of sexually harassing an aspiring pop star in the US.

• October 9, 2023
• by Kerrie O'Brien

We sing with one voice? Why another tune pitched for Yes campaign didn’t get far

Before John Farnham’s You’re the Voice was chosen, there were moves to push another song as soundtrack to the referendum.

• September 14, 2023
• by Karl Quinn

Bend it like Jezza: Did the AFL snub Cameron’s ‘Clayton’s’ goal?

Could the goal that wasn’t a goal end up a goal of the year contender? And, eagle-eyed viewers spot a footy journeyman’s reality TV appearance.

• August 16, 2023
• by Peter Ryan

The August 13 Edition

This week, Rita Ora opens up about making her “most intimate” album yet, discovering what fame really is (and isn’t) and finally finding love.

Rita Ora is happy to be a party girl: ‘I never thought it was something to be ashamed of’

“I was always that girl in my circle of friends, the one who made sure people were entertained and having a good time.”

• August 13, 2023
• by Neil McCormick