Performing Arts

Tapping in to gaming subcultures to build new theatre audiences
What happens when a game-obsessed playwright meets two puppet artists who want to make a new theatre work? The answer…

Vale Janet Andrewartha
The Australian actor, best known for long-running appearances in Australian TV dramas as well as her many stage performances, has…

Theatre review: Karim, National Theatre of Parramatta
How one young man's life changes when he discovers a traditional Middle Eastern instrument.

Theatre review: Blood Wedding, Flight Path Theatre
A production that has celebrated origins, but does not meet expectations.

Theatre review: Romeo & Julie, Red Stitch Actors' Theatre
Though the title alludes to Shakespeare's classic tale, this contemporary play focuses mainly on the struggles of young love.

Music review: The Music of Hans Zimmer, Adelaide Festival Centre
Adelaide Symphony Orchestra celebrated the cinematic success of award-winning composer Hans Zimmer.

Vale Ray Lawler: the playwright who changed the sound of Australian theatre
Julian Meyrick reflects on the death of playwright Ray Lawler and his landmark play, 'Summer of the Seventeenth Doll'.

Musical review: In the Heights, Sydney Opera House
'In the Heights' offers an introduction to Lin-Manuel Miranda’s trademark hip hop style musical, spiced up with sultry, sexy salsa.

Opera review: Two Remain, fortyfivedownstairs
This premiere Australian production features the true stories of two Holocaust survivors.

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