Theatre

Theatre review: Djuna, Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre
Power politics explored in this queer socio-drama.

Theatre review: Boys on the Verge of Tears, fortyfivedownstairs
An exploration of identity and masculinity from youth to adulthood.

Theatre review: Is That You, Ruthie? Cremorne Theatre, QPAC
The journey of a mother and daughter separated by the government’s removal policy is a heartbreaking tale of courage and…

Theatre review: Love, Old Fitz Theatre
An intense fusion between location and production.

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…

RISING launches full festival program for June 2025
Melbourne’s winter festival RISING is “proudly challenging and uncompromisingly inclusive,” according to its co-Artistic Directors.

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.

Hamlet receives violent new life in Grand Theft Auto
A new documentary film charts the chaotic process of two actors attempting to stage 'Hamlet' in the ultra-violent world of…

Musical review: MJ The Musical, Sydney Lyric Theatre
‘MJ the Musical’ is a dazzling production. But be warned: you may come away from it feeling uncomfortable, sad and…