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Tim Minchin will take to the stage at Sydney Opera House on Wednesday October 18 and sing “an ironic anthem to Aussie small-mindedness”. Play It Safe harks

DUNCAN — Get ready to feel the beat once again because the Chisholm Trail Arts Council (CTAC) will open its next upcoming concert in its series soon.

Get ready to feel the beat once again because the Chisholm Trail Arts Council (CTAC) will open its next upcoming concert in its series soon.

The Australian composer traced the development of her admirable career in a beautifully-delivered and touching Address.

Director Janine Hosking follows the career of Simone Young, a trailblazing conductor who has broken barriers and conquered the most male-dominated profession of conducting opera and classical music. Young has achieved many firsts in her career but is now tired of being constantly labelled as a 'woman' conductor. An inspiring portrait of a woman who has overcome numerous obstacles to make her mark in the world of classical music. Executive produced by Cate Blanchett.

In November, the Sydney Symphony’s Chief Conductor Simone Young will commence a four-year project to present Wagner’s epic Ring Cycle at the Sydney Opera House. Here she explains why these performances will be an unmissable musical experience.

From grazing cows to royal couples and zip-lining celebrities, the Opera House has been a gathering point for decades.

In Ashleigh Wilson's new book, Transcendence, 50 artists share 50 memories across 50 years at the Sydney Opera House.

A round-up of our recent news reports.

This inspiring biopic tracks the successful career of Australian conductor Simone Young. Sexist attitudes are occasionally expressed and recalled, but are dispelled by Young's wit and determination.