Reviews
Music review: Daylight Express, Elder Hall, Adelaide Festival 2025
Six exquisitely fashioned gems as part of a two-week series of lunchtime recitals at Elder Hall, The University of Adelaide.
Music review: Missy Higgins, Port Fairy Folk Festival
A natural fit for the Port Fairy stage, one of Australia's favourite singer/songwriters did not let us down.
Book review: What's the Big Idea?, Anna Chang and Alice Grundy (editors)
This book realistically grapples with the problems of the day and offers potential solutions.
Theatre review: Macbeth, Roundhouse Theatre, La Boite Theatre
Seen via the lens of the prophetic three witches, a reimagined 'Macbeth' offers much promise, but fails in its vision…
Music review: Billie Eilish, Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour 2025, Rod Laver Arena
Billie Eilish's 'Hit Me Hard and Soft' left the crowd buzzing from the energy.
Book review: Sunny at the End of the World, Steph Bowe
A clever and endearing story of survival in a world that has drastically changed.
Performance reviews: Hedwig and the Angry Inch and Camille O’Sullivan: Loveletter, Adelaide Festival
Two Adelaide Festival shows look to the past, but with varying degrees of success.
Performance review: Dropped in It: Crime Scene Improvisation, Adelaide Fringe
An improvised crime scene comedy where one-liners and terrible puns could prove deadlier than any weapon.
Theatre review: Henry 5, The Playhouse, Sydney Opera House
Bell Shakespeare kicks off its 2025 season with this modern and accessible adaptation performed by a fresh-faced cast.Â
Exhibition review: Dianne Jones | The Beach, Walyalup
An exhibition to make you smile while reflecting on Australia's serious past injustices.