Reviews
Yong review: new play takes us from China to the goldfields of Australia
Jenevieve Chang's Yong mixes fact and fiction to explore a boy's journey to the Ballarat Goldrush of 1857.
Kimberly Akimbo review: a Broadway musical hit now making its Australian premiere
The Australian premiere of a Tony Award-winning musical, first staged in Adelaide and now in Melbourne.
Othello review: a modern, accessible approach to a great Shakespearean tragedy
The new production of Othello at Sydney’s Flight Path Theatre is fresh, original and expertly staged.
Introvert's Guide to Leaving the House review: Jenny Valentish's book helps the socially anxious
The Introvert's Guide to Leaving the House offers guidance to navigate social spaces for 'awkwards, sociophobes and stand-offishes.'
The Audition review: a new musical gets a promising start in Tasmania
There were only four performances of The Audition in Hobart, but this musical was a hit.
Gospel According to Paul review: Biggins does Keating at State Theatre Centre of WA
Jonathan Biggins’ The Gospel According to Paul is a masterclass in biographical theatre.
Book of Mormon review: the Broadway hit returns to Sydney
The Book of Mormon is as offensive as ever but the music's still good and the production is sharp.
Henry 6 – Part 3 review: a pared back Sydney Shakespeare Company production
See one or all three of Sydney Shakepeare Company's Henry 6 trilogy.
Rusalka review: a near-perfect staging of Dvořák's most famous opera
Opera Australia’s new production of Rusalka is opera at its enchanting best.
The Revisionists review: Michelle Johnston's third novel is a masterpiece
Michelle Johnston's The Revisionists, is a powerful book about the complex responsibilities of journalism.