Reviews
Circus Review: On by Circa
Circa’s splendidly realised On by Circa both delighted and questioned in a thought-provoking and brilliantly conceived adult show.
Performance review: Mysteries: Creation and Passion
As a two-part experience, somewhere between performance art and theatre, Mysteries has potential, but ultimately still feels like a work-in-progress.
Book review: Best Australian Science Writing 2022, edited by Ivy Shih
A rewarding collection for those who like to be informed on the latest science matters.
Theatre review: The Tempest, Sydney Theatre Company
A pared-back production after Kip WIlliams' previous screen-heavy theatre adaptations.
Theatre review: The Mentor
An engaging two-hander that explores sexism and ageism in the acting world.
Theatre review: Oleanna, Space Theatre
Power and sexual dynamics in the Academe have another airing in this reprisal of a Mamet classic.
Theatre review: Oil, Black Swan
Directed by Adam Mitchell, Ella Hickson’s theatrical masterpiece is the highlight of Black Swan's 2022 season.
Book review: Safar, Sarah Malik
An illustrated book exploring travel through a series of interviews with Muslim women from diverse backgrounds.
Performance review: Almost a Mirror, Chapel off Chapel
If you could make the soundtrack to your life a mixtape, what songs would you choose?
Theatre review: A Christmas Carol
Forget about the other Melbourne theatre shows on offer, with David Wenham as Scrooge, this is the one to catch!