Reviews
Theatre review: Mahabharata, His Majesty's Theatre, Perth Festival
Epic storytelling, cast and set design.
Concert review: AURORA 2025, Margaret Court Arena
The Norwegian songstress is a national treasure with soul-touching vocals and charming authenticity.
Performance review: Homophonic!, Theatre Works, midsumma festival
A celebration of some of Australia’s best queer, classical musicians and compositions.
Album review: Hurry Up Tomorrow, The Weeknd
Will this be The Weeknd's final album?
Book review: The Thinning, Inga Simpson
A sensitive and exciting apocalyptic tale.
Theatre review: 4000 Miles, Wharf 1 Theatre, Sydney Theatre Company
This staging of Amy Herzog’s play is elevated by the formidable acting talents and experience of the great Nancye Hayes.
Book review: Three Days in June, Anne Tyler
Fans of Anne Tyler will love this inoffensive but ultimately forgettable book.
Ballet review: The Wild Between Stars: Ballet at the Quarry, Perth Festival
Three different performances showcase different choreographic styles and ambience.
Theatre review: The Flea, New Theatre, Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras
In its annual contribution to the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, New Theatre explores the consequences of sexual repression…
Musical review: Ruthless! the Musical, MC Showroom, midsumma festival
Interwoven tales of raging ambition for theatre stardom, with songs, sequins and satire.