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Gender-bending Yiddish play comes to Sydney Opera House

Gender-bending Yiddish play comes to Sydney Opera House

As the gender-bending play Yentl has found success onstage, it has had to contend with an intense political environment.

Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for restraint after death

Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for restraint after death

Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for restraint after death

Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for restraint after death

Pop singer Cheryl has spoken of her grief at ex-partner Liam Payne's death and called for people to respect the former One Direction member's dignity.

Tree by the sea takes out $100k sculpture prize

Tree by the sea takes out $100k sculpture prize

Tree by the sea takes out $100k sculpture prize

Tree by the sea takes out $100k sculpture prize

The annual Sculpture by the Sea competition has kicked off at Bondi after a few logistical hiccups.

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One rainy day from disaster, tough times for festivals

One rainy day from disaster, tough times for festivals

Regional music festivals are facing a precarious future, as figures show Australian musicians are making record amounts overseas.

Eddie Perfect to star in Aussie premiere of Beetlejuice

Eddie Perfect to star in Aussie premiere of Beetlejuice

Eddie Perfect's adaptation of Beetlejuice has toured the US, and now it's coming to Australia, with Perfect in the title role.

Giant Insta-worthy sculpture to bring art to the people

Giant Insta-worthy sculpture to bring art to the people

A sculpture by British artist Thomas J Price will be installed outside the Museum of Contemporary Art, so big it will be visible from across Sydney Harbour.

A 'giant of journalism': George Negus dead at 82

A 'giant of journalism': George Negus dead at 82

George Negus is being remembered as a giant of journalism who brought world events to Australian TV screens.

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George Negus dies after long battle with Alzheimer's

George Negus dies after long battle with Alzheimer's

George Negus dies after long battle with Alzheimer's

George Negus dies after long battle with Alzheimer's

Newsman George Negus, instantly recognisable with his trademark moustache, will be remembered for his sharp mind and direct but disarming interview style.

'Very vocal' neighbours silenced to save music venues

'Very vocal' neighbours silenced to save music venues

'Very vocal' neighbours silenced to save music venues

'Very vocal' neighbours silenced to save music venues

People buying property near potentially noisy entertainment venues will accept an "eyes wide open clause" as part of changes aimed at reviving NSW night-life.

Opera House to be lit up for King after coronation snub

Opera House to be lit up for King after coronation snub

Opera House to be lit up for King after coronation snub

Opera House to be lit up for King after coronation snub

The sails of the Opera House will be illuminated with images of past royal visits to Sydney when the King and Queen arrive in the NSW capital.

More Diddy sex assault claims, including against teen

More Diddy sex assault claims, including against teen

More Diddy sex assault claims, including against teen

More Diddy sex assault claims, including against teen

A new wave of lawsuits accuses Sean “Diddy” Combs of raping men and women and molesting a 16-year-old boy.

Prodigy wins piano award, but prize itself in doubt

Prodigy wins piano award, but prize itself in doubt

Prodigy wins piano award, but prize itself in doubt

Prodigy wins piano award, but prize itself in doubt

Young pianist Joshua Han has won Australia's National Piano Award but without more funding, the prestigious prize's future is in doubt.

King Charles taking doctors and blood on Australia tour

King Charles taking doctors and blood on Australia tour

King Charles taking doctors and blood on Australia tour

King Charles taking doctors and blood on Australia tour

King Charles will have two doctors on 24-hour standby, as well as a supply of his own blood on his tour of Australia and Samoa, according to palace insiders.

Bush sculptor lets felled trees tell their tall tales

Bush sculptor lets felled trees tell their tall tales

Bush sculptor lets felled trees tell their tall tales

Bush sculptor lets felled trees tell their tall tales

Artist Ralph Tikerpae turns branches destined for landfill into mermaids and childlike figures, some of which will feature at a major regional sculpture show.

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Ancient Indigenous creation story travels to Finland

The exhibition Songlines: Tracking the Seven Sisters has opened in Finland, inviting visitors to journey through one of the world's most ancient stories.

Red Cross on a quest for clothing fit for a friend

The Red Cross wants Australians to donate quality to its clothing drive this year, with Uber also on hand to pick up people's offerings from their doorstep.

'Tay Tay tax' could raise $12m a year for live music

A levy on big concerts could raise an estimated $12 million a year to support Australian live music, an inquiry has been told.

Oasis add extra dates to Australia tour

Reformed rockers Oasis have thrilled fans Down Under by adding extra dates to their tour of Australia due to "phenomenal demand".

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Quit stage diving at concerts, insurers tell musicians

Insurance companies want performers to stop stage diving and throwing things at Australian live music events, an inquiry has been told.

'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial set for May 2025

Sean "Diddy" Combs has pleaded not guilty to transporting women and male sex workers across state lines to take part in recorded sexual performances.

S.Korean author Han Kang wins Nobel literature prize

The 2024 Nobel Prize in literature has been awarded to South Korean author Han Kang “for her intense poetic prose".

Aust Venice entry an architectural riposte to 'no' vote

The 'no' vote in the referendum on an Indigenous voice to parliament has inspired Australia's entry for the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale in Italy.

Reko Rennie's new show brings graffiti to the gallery

REKOSPECTIVE: The Art of Reko Rennie is the biggest show for the Aboriginal artist, who uses street art styles to communicate some hard truths.

Julian Assange's rollercoaster life coming to the stage

A play about the trials and tribulations of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange will headline the Malthouse Theatre's 2025 program while ticket prices are slashed.

Music venue The Zoo to reopen with new name - Crowbar

Much-loved Brisbane live music venue The Zoo is set to reopen under new management.

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