AsiaTOPA 2025 and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra present: William Yang – Milestone

Asia TOPA opens with a landmark new commission by one of Australia’s most celebrated artists.

Having reached his milestone 80th birthday, pioneering artist William Yang reflects on his extraordinary life in this epic new performance. Yang’s iconic photographs and captivating stories are complemented by a haunting score performed live by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.

Internationally-acclaimed Australian composer Elena Kats-Chernin — a long-time friend and collaborator of Yang’s — composed a moving score especially for Milestone, and will perform live on stage alongside the Orchestra for this performance.