Peter Hackney
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Theatre review: Blackbird, KXT on Broadway
A harrowing play about the loss of innocence.

Performance review: The Lost Things, Sydney Opera House
Worlds away from spoon-bending and other simple tricks, Scott Silven’s new show is magic – but not as we know…

Theatre review: Heaven, Loading Dock Theatre, Qtopia Sydney
Kate Gaul directs the 2023 Irish Times' Best New Play at LGBTQIA+ museum and cultural centre, Qtopia Sydney.

Exhibition review: Amongst the clouds, Artspace
An interactive, multimedia experience, ‘Amongst the Clouds’ is far removed from traditional concepts of art exhibitions.

Music review: Theremin & Beyond, City Recital Hall
The haunting, unusual theremin collides with the Australian Chamber Orchestra in this spellbinding concert.

Theatre review: Happy Days, Wharf 1 Theatre, Sydney Theatre Company
Lead actor and co-director Pamela Rabe shines in this staging of a classic Samuel Beckett play.

Theatre review: The Wrong Gods, Belvoir St Theatre
This thought-provoking but not entirely satisfying tale by S. Shakthidharan explores the cost of progress and development in 20th century…

Musical review: Les Misérables, The Arena Spectacular, ICC Sydney Theatre
Big stars and even bigger production values distinguish this arena production of 'Les Misérables'.

Musical review: Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale, State Theatre Sydney/Melbourne Comedy Theatre
It’s not seamless but most will enjoy this spirited take on Tolkien’s epic tale.

Theatre review: Fighting, New Theatre
The New Theatre’s latest offering takes audiences on a roller coaster ride of emotions in a compelling exploration of bipolar…