An Australian Soap Opera Has Quietly Launched Some Of The World's Best Actors

Before starring in major blockbusters and Oscar-winning productions, these Australian A-listers appeared in one of the ...

In a new production of Turandot, Opera Australia has found a star vehicle for Young Woo Kim

Were operas to be identified like episodes of Friends, Turandot would be “the one with Nessun Dorma”. This beloved tenor aria has achieved a life of its own away from its parent opera. Consequently, ...

NSW Police ring of steel to surround the Sydney Opera House on Australia Day in the wake of Bondi terror attacks

Massive security arrangements will be in place for the free Australia Day Live concert expected to draw thousands to the ...

It’s crunch time for Opera Australia. Should it ditch Melbourne?

In the basement of The Opera Centre (“Toc” to those who work there), thousands of costumes are sewn, repaired and cleaned.
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Why Is the Sydney Opera House Shaped Like Sails? The Inspiration Behind Australia’s Icon

In 1956, a competition to design the Sydney Opera House drew 233 entries. Danish architect Jørn Utzon surprised everyone by ...
WRAL

Sydney Opera House illuminates its sails in moving tribute to Australian firefighters

The Sydney Opera House honored Australian firefighters over the weekend with a moving tribute. For several hours on Saturday evening, the performing arts center illuminated its iconic sails with ...
Reuters

The love affair of a retired Australian architect with the Opera House

SYDNEY, Oct 18 (Reuters) - Immediately recognisable by its sails glistening over the waters of Sydney Harbour, the UNESCO-listed Sydney Opera House is one of the world’s most photographed buildings.