Theatre

Why is confessional theatre so hot right now?
Is a recent wave of confessional-style theatre revealing defining themes of our times?

Patricia Cornelius on urgency and risk
A call to arms and a caution issued by Patricia Cornelius at the recent Australian Playwrights’ Festival presented by Currency…

Theatre review: Blithe Spirit
The classic Coward play re-treads the boards to great comedic effect.

Theatre review: Yes
A performance tasked with the forensic asking of questions to unpick a messy world.

Theatre review: No Ball Games Allowed
A multi-edged narrative of family trauma and trans awakening that doesn't quite cohere in its storytelling.

Book Review: The Writer Laid Bare, Lee Kofman
A multi-layered memoir of literary wisdom.

Theatre review: Stay Woke
Brotherly love tested through a vigorous examination of (identity) politics.

How are commercial shows faring post-COVID?
While stadium gigs and major musicals have returned, show business must jump hurdles to bring us the biggest names in…

Theatre review: It's Dark Outside
Dementia as seen through a multimedia performance returns for an anniversary production.

Theatre review: City of Gold
A semi-autobiographical play about family, grief and systemic racism.