‘Most important symphony in history’: New conductor starts at the top
A renowned Italian-born cellist and maestro has joined the Queensland Symphony Orchestra as its chief conductor.
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All killer, no filler – HOTA Warhol exhibition is a world first
It’s the most exciting art exhibition this year and the fact that it’s happening at HOTA Gallery on the Gold Coast may shock some people, writes Phil Brown.
Confirmed: Hamilton creator heading to Brisbane
Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel-Miranda has put an end to the rumours he might finally come to Australia to see his hit show, with his Australian producer confirming he is coming to Brisbane.
Queenslander to fly flag for Australia at ‘global art Olympics’
A Queensland artist has been given the honour of representing the nation at the art world’s answer to the Olympics and State of Origin all rolled into one. Here’s what it means.
‘Better out than in’: Why I love swearing
Aussies have a certain way of expressing themselves through swear words, and Phil Brown f***ing loves it. Pardon his french.
Australia’s greatest playwright offends everyone, again
If you’re not offended by the latest work by Australia’s greatest playwright, you’re probably not paying attention, writes Phil Brown, but he somehow manages to hold a blowtorch to the belly of Australia while making us all laugh at the same time.
‘The audience went ape sh*t’: It really is the greatest show on earth
At one stage the star had to pause singing to wait for the applause and screaming to die down. Yes, it’s true, Hamilton does live up to all the hype, writes Phil Brown. FULL REVIEW
VIPs flock to Hamilton the Musical opening night
Hamilton the Musical has finally arrived in Brisbane and the River City’s who’s who flocked the red carpet to see the curtains raise on opening night.
Queensland’s own outback ‘musical route 66’ adventure kicks off
The Queensland Music Trails team has curated a musical tour of the Sunshine state with some major gigs announced and more still to come. Find out who is already signed up to perform.
13 influential women reshaping Brisbane’s art scene this year
Thirteen of Brisbane’s top arts figures have revealed the must-see shows in 2023 as the scene fights back from the impacts of the Covid pandemic.
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