Reviews
Theatre review: Two Strangers Walk into a Bar..., Sydney Fringe Festival
An immersive experience awaits in this participatory production, which invites questions about human connection.
Opera review: La Bohème, Athenaeum Theatre
Despite being a tragedy, Melbourne Opera’s La Bohème is a joyful delight to watch.
Book review: The First Friend, Malcolm Knox
A thriller, a satire and an insight into humankind’s inhumanity.
Book review: In the Margins, Gail Holmes
Inspired by fact, this historical novel focuses on a woman who fights for art against the religious strictures of the…
Book review: Stone Yard Devotional, Charlotte Wood
Charlotte Wood's book deserves its spot on the shortlist for the Booker Prize.
Theatre review: The Box, various Tasmanian venues
A complex story of trying to break out of the "box" of public housing and of identity prejudices.
Opera review: Sweeney Todd, Arts Centre Melbourne
A wickedly delicious production from Victorian Opera and New Zealand Opera.
Theatre review: Love Stories, QPAC
Trent Dalton's book has been adapted for the stage as part of Brisbane Festival.
Dance review: Oscar, Regent Theatre
The life, loves and legend of Oscar Wilde take centre stage in the world premiere of the first full-length ballet…
Theatre review: Grug, Arts Centre Melbourne
An award-winning show based on a picture book creature.