Theatre
Musical review: Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale, State Theatre Sydney
It’s not seamless but most will enjoy this spirited take on Tolkien’s epic tale.
Book review: Musical Theatre Education and Training in the 21st Century, Jessica O’Bryan and Scott D. Harrison
A wide-ranging examination of the musical theatre profession focusing on current practices with valuable input from the profession and its…
Musical review: Bearded, Theatre Works
A queer musical set in the middle of Australia’s 2017 marriage equality debate.
Theatre review: Dark Noon, Sydney Festival 2025
An active theatre work that rewrites the narrative of the Wild West with contemporary subtextural readings.
Theatre review: IMAGINE LIVE, Arts Centre Melbourne
Based on Alison Lester's popular picture book, this production works for all the family.
Theatre review: Hometown, Claremont Showground
A new puppet musical inspired by the work of Shaun Tan.
ArtsHub’s 2025 season guide to the performing arts
Our rolling guide to the 2025 season announcements you may have missed.
Theatre review: The Merry Wives of Windsor, Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
Another tried and true staging of a Shakespeare comedy from The Australian Shakespeare Company.
Vale James Simpson
The musical director, arranger and orchestrator was described as 'a remarkable, talented, humble, passionate, kind soul' by Casey Donovan.
Theatre review: A Christmas Carol, Subiaco Arts Centre
Yet another iteration of this classic novel, but one with a distinct bogan flavour.