Mayfair: A New Musical, at Chapel Off Chapel – musical theatre review 1 month ago The voiceover at the start of the show speaks volumes. “How old were you when you stopped playing?” The reference… Macy Gray: Live, at Hamer Hall and touring – concert review 1 month ago The distinctive rasp and soul are there in abundance, as is the rhythm. In fact, syncopation is very much in… Young Frankenstein (Stagebugs Productions), at Theatre Works – musical theatre review 1 month ago It is so silly, so over the top and so funny. If slapstick and physical humour are your bent, this… The Sleeping Beauty (The Stuttgart Ballet), presented by The Australian Ballet, at Regent Theatre – ballet review 1 month ago Balletic excellence and stunning beauty characterise The Stuttgart Ballet’s adaptation of the classic fairytale popularised by the Brothers Grimm. With… Housewarming, at Ian Potter State Theatre, Arts Centre Melbourne – theatre review 1 month ago What a grand way to reintroduce the magnificent, newly renovated Ian Potter State Theatre to those who appreciate theatrical excellence.… Alcotraz, at 592 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne – immersive theatre review 1 month ago Locked up, with no place to go. After all, you are in a jail, with ocean all around (think Alcatraz).… Cry-Baby: The Musical (Saltpillar Theatre), at Phoenix Theatre, Elwood – musical theatre review 1 month ago You have built a reputation as a bad boy, even though the moniker is untrue, but try as you do,… The Social Reckoning (M) – 112 minutes – movie review 1 month ago Inspired by fact, The Social Reckoning is one of my movies of the year. Based on the 2021 Facebook Files… The Spare Room (Victorian Opera), at The Playhouse, Arts Centre Melbourne – opera review 1 month ago Helen Garner’s semi-autobiographical 2008 novel about the hell of offering a spare room to a good friend with stage four… Am I Who? x 2, at Meat Market (part of Melbourne Fringe Festival) – theatre review 1 month ago Her life story has hardly been straightforward but, dare I say, that is what makes it compelling. I speak of… Next» « Previous