Reviews
Adès’ Life Story
Thomas Adès is a featured artist of this year’s ambitious Metropolis New Music Festival, and has curated three concerts for…
Henry 4
A carefully planned and skilfully executed adaptation, not a cut-and-paste Shakespeare for the masses.
Frankenstein
A powerful and confronting production of Mary Shelley’s classic gothic novel, adapted by Nick Dear and directed by Mark Kilmurry.
Wonderland Carnivale
A mixed bag of talents are presented in this out-of-the-way Comedy Festival show.
We Are Not the Same Anymore
Chris Somerville's short stories play out the small catastrophes of everyday life, cutting his characters adrift in the uneasiness that…
Cinderella
The skill level in this Queensland Ballet production is high, and the dancers’ commitment unmistakeable.
Ali McGregor’s Late-Nite Variety-Nite Night
An ever-changing line-up of some of the Comedy Festival's best acts, ably hosted by Ali McGregor and sidekick Virginia Gay.
Max and Ivan are Con Artists
Thoughtfully choreographed physicality, offbeat humour, and a dazzling comedic synergy adds up to a remarkable and memorable whole.
Handel’s Water Music: Baroque Grandeur
A glorious performance of Bach, Telemann, Berton and of course, Handel, by the Sydney Symphony, conducted by Reinhard Goebel.
Hannah Gadsby - Happiness is a Bedside Table
A polished performer, Gadsby delivers a personal, touching, inspiring and smashingly funny show.