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Nicholas Harding, winner Wynne Prize 2022 + Tipi, principal cellist ACO

Posted on June 13, 2022 (June 13, 2022)

Tim-Veikko ‘Tipi’ Valve, Principal Cello with the Australian Chamber Orchestra, chats to Arts Wednesday about the ACO’s upcoming concert A Bach Family Reunion. There were many musicians in the extended Bach family, many of whose works appear in this concert. The program also includes music inspired by Bach composed by Schumann, Mozart and Sofia Gubaidulina. Tipi is soloist […]

Archibald Prize exhibition + Benched @ DTC

Posted on May 17, 2022 (June 11, 2022)

The Archibald Prize is on again and with the winners of the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes announced on Friday the 13th, the exhibition is open now at the Art Gallery of NSW. Curator Anne Ryan chats to Arts Wednesday about the judging process, the annual controversy and of course the art. This year sees […]

Wildlife Photographer of the Year + Victoria Lovecchio (visual artist)

Posted on May 2, 2022

Wildlife Photographer of the Year is one of the most prestigious competitions for Wildlife Photographers. Developed and produced annually by the National History Museum of London, the finalists are now on display at the National Maritime Museum in Darling Harbour, Sydney. Events Coordinator, Nicole Dahlberg, chats to Arts Wednesday about the exhibition that is on […]

Aust. Signals Directorate turns 75 + James Ellazi’s new play

Posted on April 19, 2022

The Australian Signals directorate is the oldest intelligence agency in Australia. To mark its 75th anniversary the National Museum of Australia is holding an exhibition in Canberra entitled Decoded. Paul talks to curator Libby Stewart about how the exhibition came together and how the museum dealt with such a sensitive and secret topic. The exhibition […]

Bondi Pavilion update + NFTs explained

Posted on April 5, 2022

Waverley Mayor, Paula Masselos, gives us an update on the progress of the Bondi Pavilion renovations. Excitement is really building with an anticipated completion of works and grand opening scheduled for this August. With new art and performance spaces there are many opportunities for local artists in the refreshed complex. Expect 2 music studios, a […]

Tom Gannon – young ballet dancer on the rise

Posted on March 22, 2022

Tom Gannon knew at the age of three that he was born to dance. His story is one of a lifetime of dedication, training, passion and commitment. He has just been nominated for the Telstra Ballet Dancer Awards at a very young age. His career is about to take off. At 14 he moved […]

Review: Mozart: Requiem & Revelation at the Sydney Town Hall

Posted on March 20, 2022 (September 12, 2022)

Sydney Philharmonia Choirs perform Mozart: Requiem & Revelation at the Sydney Town Hall – Saturday 19 March, 2022 Reviewed by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) The proceedings began with an apology. “Artistic and Music Director, Brett Weymark is unable to lead this afternoon’s performance because…” yes, you guessed it, the usual disruptive reason we have become […]

Mozart’s Requiem revisited with the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs

Posted on March 9, 2022 (March 9, 2022)

After a rocky couple of years, the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs are about to kick off their 2022 season with an innovative called Mozart: Requiem & Revelation. Paul chats to Artistic and Music Director, Brett Weymark, about the provenance of the Requiem that is shrouded in mystery and storytelling over the centuries. The Choir has for […]

Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival preview

Posted on February 7, 2022

It’s that time of the year again and the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras is gearing up for another fabulous Festival of performance, art, talks, music and dance. A packed program that has something for everyone, from the frivolous and saucy to the serious and thought-provoking. Creative Director of this year’s Festival, Travis Conneeley, […]

Allegra Spender: the State of the Arts in Wentworth

Posted on January 25, 2022

Allegra Spender is concerned about the recovery of the Arts sector. After two years of repeated lockdowns, cancellations and postponements of performances, she talks to Paul about how she would help shape Federal Government policy for the Arts and small business if she is successful at the upcoming Federal election. She is running as an […]

Ancient Greek artefacts at the National Museum

Posted on January 11, 2022

The National Museum of Australia in Canberra is currently showing an exhibition of over 170 artefacts from the British Museum until 1 May. Curator Dr Lily Withycombe talks us through the exhibition entitled Ancient Greeks: Athletes, Warriors and Heroes that includes amphoras, statues, jewellery and armour. It explores competition through sport, politics, drama, music and warfare. […]

The Bondi Memorial remembers the victims of gay hate crimes at Marks Park

Posted on December 28, 2021

The Bondi Memorial remembers the victims of gay hate crimes that occurred at Marks Park, Tamarama from the 70’s right through to the 90’s. Gay men and trans women were subject to violence and murder, many unsolved to this day. Anthony talks to Joel Murray from ACON about their collaboration with Waverley Council to bring […]

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