Vanessa Francesca
Vanessa Francesca's Latest Articles
Theatre review: True West, fortyfivedownstairs
Sibling rivalry resurfaces in this classic Sam Shepard play.
Music review: Jemma Cher, Jazzlab
A young jazz musician performs a solid set of eclectic songs.
Comedy review: Andy Balloch: Am I the Drama? MICF
Balloch's romp through history and contemporary times takes in light and shade.
Music review: Carole King Hits and Rarities, Festival of Jewish Art and Music
A tribute show to an iconic singer and songwriter.
Dance review: Somewhere at the beginning, Arts House
An autobiographical solo work from a performer considered the mother of contemporary African dance.
Musical Theatre review: Yiddish Divas: Into the Red Tent, Kadimah Jewish Cultural Centre
A cabaret featuring Yiddish song and a multi-generational cast of performers.
Let loose the dogs of war...
A company that has been 'chased, persecuted, arrested, exiled, spied on and slandered' comes to the Adelaide Festival.
Theatre review: The Crocodile, fortyfivedownstairs
How can a struggling actor maximise his value after being swallowed by a crocodile?
Book review: Kindness, Kath Koschel
A memoir that reinforces the kindness of strangers.
Theatre review: Wittenoom, Red Stitch Actors Theatre
Mesothelioma in a mining town in WA is sensitively handled in this two-hander.