Reviews
Theatre review: Grug, Arts Centre Melbourne
An award-winning show based on a picture book creature.
Book review: A Sorceress Comes to Call, T Kingfisher
A clever interpretation of a sinister fairy tale that examines the human side of terrifying magic.
Theatre review: The Queen's Nanny, Ensemble Theatre
This play about the British royal family brings nothing new to the table, but will appeal to those who enjoy…
Exhibition review: ZAHALKAWORLD, NAS Gallery
A stunning piece of curation, delivered with such ease, while allowing the viewer to linger over, and rethink, tired national…
Escape room review: Earthrise One, Richmond
An immersive sci-fi adventure escape room.
Music review: Mzaza: The Birth and Death of Stars, Riverside Theatres
Mzaza’s current Australian tour sees the world music favourites deliver a powerful concert experience with strong theatrical elements.
Theatre review: As You Like It, Queen's Gardens, Townsville
Sparkling performances and a strong ensemble mark this Shakespeare production.
Festival review: Jean Paul Gaultier’s Fashion Freak Show, South Bank Piazza
This semi-autobiographical stage show exploring the French fashion designer’s life and career is visually splendid but, ironically, lacking in theatrical…
Theatre review: Hamlet, fortyfivedownstairs
A few directorial choices let down this otherwise fine contemporary interpretation of 'Hamlet'.
Book review: Madame Brussels, Barbara Minchinton
A biographical insight into one of early Melbourne's most successful businesswomen.