Theatre
Theatre review: The Importance of Being Earnest, fortyfivedownstairs
Cucumbers aplenty in a production of Oscar Wilde's classic work that also interweaves the playwright into the show.
Theatre review: The Questions, State Theatre SA
A first date that inadvertently becomes extended thanks to lockdown. What could possibly go wrong?
Theatre review: Karim, National Theatre of Parramatta
How one young man's life changes when he discovers a traditional Middle Eastern instrument.
Theatre review: Blood Wedding, Flight Path Theatre
A production that has celebrated origins, but does not meet expectations.
Theatre review: Romeo & Julie, Red Stitch Actors' Theatre
Though the title alludes to Shakespeare's classic tale, this contemporary play focuses mainly on the struggles of young love.
Vale Ray Lawler: the playwright who changed the sound of Australian theatre
Julian Meyrick reflects on the death of playwright Ray Lawler and his landmark play, 'Summer of the Seventeenth Doll'.
Musical review: In the Heights, Sydney Opera House
'In the Heights' offers an introduction to Lin-Manuel Miranda’s trademark hip hop style musical, spiced up with sultry, sexy salsa.
Theatre review: Swim, Carriageworks
A trip to a public pool provokes deep, submerged reflections.
Theatre review: An Imaginary Life, Moores Building Art Space, Fremantle
An impressive adaptation of David Malouf's classic novella about Ovid.
Exciting opportunities for playwrights
Hardly any theatre companies will accept unsolicited scripts. Most playwrights make their way through prizes and programs. We've gathered this…