Classics, Reimagined the Lake Mac Way
- intouch Magazine
- Oct 1
- 2 min read
Lake Macquarie invites audiences to experience timeless classics like never before.
The vibrant spring program of performing arts redefines tradition - elegant, unexpected, and uniquely Lake Mac. With a rich blend of music and theatre that speaks to seasoned culture lovers and curious explorers alike, there is something for everyone.
Whether it’s a bold orchestral performance, a playful opera, or a literary adaptation, each event is designed to surprise, delight, and connect.
A season highlight is Jane Austen’s - Northanger Abbey, a witty and whimsical stage adaptation by Sallyanne Scotton Moonga. This gothic parody follows Catherine Morland, a heroine-in-training with a head full of novels, as she navigates love and mystery in Bath. Choose from two performances on Saturday, 11 October.
Music lovers will be swept away by Australian Haydn Ensemble - Beethoven’s Eighth, a passionate program inspired by Beethoven’s “Immortal Beloved” letters. This performance offers a rich musical experience with insights into the composer’s life and work on Saturday, 8 November.
For fans of film and orchestral sounds, Filmharmonic: Cinema Classics on Sunday, 2 November, brings iconic movie scores to life at Warners Bay Theatre. Conductor Steven Stanke and the Lake Macquarie Philharmonic Orchestra will take audiences back to films such as Casablanca, Star Wars, and King Kong.
Adding a touch of operatic charm, HMS Pinafore sails into the season with Gilbert and Sullivan’s beloved comic opera. This
satirical delight will be staged across multiple performances, 21-23 November, a highlight of the Rathmines Theatre calendar.
And for those who appreciate the beauty of string instruments, Festival of Strings N Things 2025 offers an enchanting afternoon of violin, viola, and cello performances on Sunday, 19 October.
As the curtain rises on this vibrant season, Lake Macquarie invites audiences to rediscover the classics through a fresh lens. It’s a celebration of tradition - with a twist - the Lake Mac way. For more information, visit arts.lakemac.com.au.
