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The Ham Funeral (Griffin) – theatre review

The Ham Funeral is a first play by Patrick White, written in 1947 in post war, blitzed-out London. Set in…

Lady Beatle (La Boite) – theatre review

With a spotlit cabaret seating section and shadowed stage, the pre-show aesthetic of Lady Beatle is of Liverpudlian grey, like…

New Philip Pullman – book news

It's been quite a wait, but Philip Pullman fans can expect new work from the author of the hugely successful…

Hello Dolly! (The Production Co) – theatre review

Wonderful music, a kaleidoscope of colourful costumes, warmth and good humour permeate the Playhouse in a showcase of talent that…

Norman – movie review

A penniless wheeler and dealer gets in with the big boys and finds himself caught up way over his head. That,…

Don’t Tell – movie review

Based on a true story, the Australian courtroom drama Don't Tell shares a common theme with the Oscar winning drama Spotlight.…

Shrine (Kin Collective) – theatre review

An intense study of vulnerability, heartache, anger and loss, Shrine  packs punch. Written by Tim Winton – the only author…

Neruda – movie review

Pablo Neruda was the pen-name (and later legal name) of Chilean poet, diplomat and politician Ricardo Eliécer Neftalí Reyes Basoalto, who…

Wilson – movie review

Woody Harrelson stars in the title role as Wilson, a lonely, eccentric misanthrope who reunites with his long estranged wife…

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales – movie review

Pirates just want to have fun! Dead Men Tell No Tales is the fifth instalment in the successful film franchise…