Reviews
Review: Hecate, Perth Festival (WA)
The first ever adaptation of Macbeth in the Noongar language of southwestern WA is ambitious, important and highly entertaining.
Book review: Fascists Among Us by Jeff Sparrow
Jeff Sparrow’s concise, incisive analysis of the rise of fascism is the wake-up call we all need.
Review: Jesus Wants Me for a Sunbeam, Belvoir (NSW)
A dark and clever work that produces visceral, divided responses from the audience.
Review: Taloi Havini: Reclamation, Artspace (NSW)
Reclamation considers both personal and political narratives, and comes at a time when our world is collectively questioning environmental responsibility,…
Book review: Darkness for Light by Emma Viskic
The third thriller in the Caleb Zelic series portrays Caleb’s deafness skilfully but relies too much on its predecessors.
Review: mi:wi, QPAC (QLD)
Expressive dancers create a beautiful sense of solidarity rooted in Ngarrindjeri culture.
Review: Bunggul, Perth Festival (WA)
A transcendent meeting of musical traditions and a superb tribute to the life and artistry of the late Geoffrey Gurrumul…
Book review: Ten Doors Down by Robert Tickner
The brutalities of an immoral system and the power of a mother’s love are brought into harrowing relief in this…
Review: Bennelong, Perth Festival (WA)
Bangarra Dance Theatre’s exploration of the life of Woollarawarre Bennelong is a potent, powerful and polished work of art.
Review: Psychedelic Realism, aMBUSH Gallery, Australian National University (ACT)
Immerse yourself in the dreamlike world of Reg Mombassa.