Chau Chak Wing Greek collection + Sydney Philharmonia Choirs

Craig Barker, Manager of Education and Public Programs at the University of Sydney’s Chau Chak Wing Museum  chats to Arts Wednesday about the Greek and Cypriot collections on display. He is also the director of the Paphos Theatre Archaeological Project in Cyprus where the University has been involved in an archaeological dig for many years. His […]

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Review: The ACO ‘Bach Family Reunion’ at Angel Place

The Australian Chamber Orchestra performs the music of four generations of Bachs at the City Recital Hall, Angel Place Saturday 25 June 2022 Reviewed by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) Despite dropping two items from the advertised program, the ACO provided a full and satisfying Baroque concert seasoned with more recent composers’ compositions. I can only […]

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

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 […]

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

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 […]

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

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 […]

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Bondi Pavilion update + NFTs explained

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 […]

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

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 […]

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Mozart’s Requiem revisited with the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs

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 […]

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Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival preview

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, […]

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Allegra Spender: the State of the Arts in Wentworth

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 […]

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