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2 June 2023
The First 50 Podcast — Episode 6: Anthony Steel & Douglas Gautier
In episode 6, our host Libby O’Donovan chats to Adelaide Festival Centre's first General Manager, Anthony Steel and current CEO and Artistic Director, Douglas Gautier AM, in celebration of 50 spectacular years of arts and culture.
53 min listen
26 May 2023
The First 50 Podcast — Episode 5: Kate Ceberano
In episode 5, our host Libby O’Donovan chats to Australian music icon Kate Ceberano.
44 min listen
23 May 2023
Paolo Sebastian's stunning gown design for our 50th anniversary
South Australian atelier Paolo Sebastian has designed a stunning commemorative dress to mark the occasion.
3 min read
28 Apr 2023
The First 50 Podcast — Episode 4: Sally Chance
In Episode 4 of The First 50 Podcast, hear how past DreamBIG Artistic Director, teacher and artist Sally Chance has had a significant impact on the wellbeing and self-expression of young people around the world.
42 min listen
22 Apr 2023
Vale Barry Humphries AO CBE, 1934 - 2023
One of Australia's most remarkable and memorable comedians and performers has passed away at the age of 89.
2 min read
18 Apr 2023
UNESCO International Jazz Day 2023
Adelaide Festival Centre is proud to be part of a UNESCO designated City of Music and has actively celebrated International Jazz Day since 2017.
10 min read
22 Mar 2023
The First 50 Podcast — Episode 3: Rhonda Burchmore & Todd McKenney
In Episode 3 of The First 50 Podcast, hear how two iconic Australian performing artists met for the first time… at Adelaide Festival Centre!
42 min listen
22 Mar 2023
A special collaboration with JamFactory to celebrate our 50th anniversaries
A special set of brooch designs by local artists from JamFactory are now available for purchase from Adelaide Festival Centre's Shop.
5 min read
8 Mar 2023
International Women’s Day 2023
Five women who work at Adelaide Festival Centre in its 50th year.
18 min read
1 Mar 2023
The First 50 Podcast — Episode 2: William Barton
In Episode 2 of The First 50 Podcast, hear didgeridoo virtuoso and acclaimed composer William Barton chat to host Libby O’Donovan about his inspiring career as a First Nations artist and his connection to Adelaide Festival Centre.
38 min listen
28 Jan 2023
The First 50 Podcast — Episode 1: Robyn Archer
In Episode 1 of The First 50 Podcast, hear internationally renowned cabaret and theatre performer Robyn Archer chat to host Libby O’Donovan as she delves into her history at Adelaide Festival Centre.
40 min listen