Reviews
The Orchard review: Pony's Cam's radical interpretation of Chekov classic at the Malthouse
In The Orchard Chekov’s classic play is deconstructed as the jumping-off point for a smart, uncompromising rant against our dehumanised…
In The Heights review: Lin-Manuel Miranda will have you dancing in your seat
In The Heights, by the theatrical force behind Hamilton, pulses with heritage and history.
Three Plays review: Tennessee Williams in snack form by Ground Floor Theatre
Three rarely seen one-act plays by Tennessee Williams are given the omnibus treatment on the Old Fitz stage in Three…
Songs for a New World review: talent aplenty at Chapel off Chapel
With a large cast, Songs for a New World showcases the talents of songwriter Jason Robert Brown.
The Far Side of the Moon and Other Stories: former journalist Jana Wendt's new book
Jana Wendt, the longstanding journalist, has now turned to fiction in her book The Far Side of the Moon and…
The War of the Worlds review: the radio adaptation in a new Perth venue
This production of The War of the Worlds is based on Orson Welles' radio version of HG Wells' famous book.
The Visitor review: Rebecca Starford's novel is Queensland gothic
Rebecca Starford's The Visitor is about ghosts we can't run away from.
Miss Julie review: Strinberg in modern dress at fortyfivedownstairs
A modern interpretation of Miss Julie is still shocking and relevant.
History’s Strangest Deaths review: Riley Knight’s book is a deadpan romp through history
History's Strangest Deaths is a comedic portrait of the folly of life, death and history itself.
Ritual Eternal review: group show exhibition at Project8 Gallery
Melbourne gallery unveils its latest high quality visual essay: Ritual Eternal.