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Once (AG Theatre), at Chapel Off Chapel – musical theatre review

Once is a sparkling, witty, lyrical tale about a couple who fall quickly and deeply in love, but whose individual…

The Magic Pudding: The Opera (Victorian Opera) – opera review

A beaut way for the young to be introduced to opera in the company of loved ones. That is the…

Opera Australia’s 70th Anniversary Gala, at Regent Theatre – opera review

What a privilege it was to be in the audience at the Regent Theatre to celebrate all that is grand…

Beau Jest (Saltpillar Theatre), at Phoenix Theatre in Elwood – theatre review

I can’t think of a Saltpillar Theatre endeavour that I have enjoyed more than this delightful production of Beau Jest.…

Pride and Prejudice (Bloomshed), at Merlyn Theatre, at Malthouse Theatre – theatre review

What a weapon invective is in Bloomshed’s delightful, fun-filled, hilarious take on Pride and Prejudice. The basic ingredients are there,…

BEASTS (Persona Collective), at Theatre Works’ Explosives Factory – theatre review

The theatre makers have thrown the veritable kitchen sink at this one. Narrative, poetry, well-choreographed movements, puppetry, crowd interaction and…

Shoelace Chaser (MTC), at Southbank Theatre, The Lawler – theatre review

A warm-hearted, comedic drama about overcoming challenges and dealing with adversity to become your best self, Shoelace Chaser readily resonates.…

Red Sky Morning, at Theatre Works – theatre review

There is disconnect between three members of the one family, a husband, wife and daughter who live in regional Australia…

Never Closer (Patalog Theatre Company), at fortyfivedownstairs – theatre review

Set against the backdrop of The Troubles* in Northern Ireland, this searing debut play for Australian writer Grace Chapple tells…

The Last Parma Night, at Chapel Off Chapel – theatre review

I entered the theatre really wanting to like the new Australian comedy The Last Parma Night, but I am afraid…