New Zealand: The Basement
The story of The Basement theatre, Auckland’s well-regarded underground fringe performance venue, has been a refreshingly inspiring and uplifting one since the space was taken … Read more
Germany: Theater der Welt
Organised by the International Theatre Institute, Theater der Welt takes places every three years in a different city or region of Germany, with each edition … Read more
Netherlands: Dutch National Ballet
It’s fair to say that Dutch National Ballet is enjoying a golden era: last year The New York Times named DNB one of the world’s … Read more
Singapore: The Human Expression Dance Company
A relative newcomer on Singapore’s dance scene, The Human Expression Dance Company, simply known as T.H.E Dance Company, was founded in 2008 with the aim … Read more
Singapore: Singapore International Violin Competition
A prestigious new prize is on offer for promising violinists. Chair Qian Zhou speaks to Maria Roberts With a first prize of USD50,000, (€37,500), Singapore International … Read more
Latvia: Latvijas Koncerti
Whether it’s staging Europe’s largest saxophone festival or commemorating a peaceful protest, Latvijas Koncerti is committed to bringing music to every corner of Latvia. IAM … Read more
Latvia: New Theatre Institute of Latvia
Led by a small but dedicated team, the New Theatre Institute of Latvia produces the work of Latvian theatremakers and choreographers, co-produces and stages international work, … Read more
Denmark: Copenhagen Puppet Festival
Proving that puppetry can be much more than light entertainment for children, the Copenhagen Puppet Festival showcases the talents of Danish and international names every … Read more
Iceland: The Icelandic Opera
Next season The Icelandic Opera will stage Verdi’s Don Carlo – the first time the opera has been performed in Iceland. Starring Icelandic bass Kristinn … Read more
Finland: Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra
Shortly after the Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra relocated to the city’s grand new Helsinki Music Centre [Musiikkitalo] in 2011, the ensemble’s subscriber base sat at just … Read more