Theatre
Theatre review: Happy Days, Southbank Theatre
Beckett's play about maintaining optimism in an existential crisis is deftly handled by Judith Lucy.
Musical review: Driftwood, Chapel off Chapel
A well-meaning but middle of the road production of an earnest Australian story.
Theatre review: The House of Bernarda Alba, Subiaco Arts Centre, Perth
A powerful adaptation of the famous play that explores patriarchy, sisterhood, maternal love and oppression.
Theatre review: A Streetcar named Desire, Genesian Theatre
A solid iteration of a much-loved and performed classic.
Theatre review: Macbeth, Fairfax Studio, Arts Centre Melbourne
Bell Shakespeare's production is minimalist and contemporary.
Theatre review: The Bleeding Tree, The Blue Room Theatre
This unforgettable murder ballad explores the tense relationship between violence, complicity, unity and resilience.
‘Let’s pretend this is a film’ – when screen techniques tread the boards
There’s a long and storied tradition of film technology appearing on our stages, but to what end?
The art of the solo show
One-person shows have become increasingly popular in current theatre, but what does it take to tackle a solo work?
Theatre review: Metropolis, Hayes Theatre
An adaptation of the famous 1927 sci-fi film is nearly there, but needs more development.
Theatre review: By Jane's Hand, La Mama
Austen fans will get on board, but greater directorial distance may have improved this project.