Reviews
Empire
This exhilarating combination of circus, burlesque, cabaret and comedy is that rarest of shows, a genuine spectacular.
Handel’s Messiah – Dublin Version 1742
Joseph Nolan has directed a stupendous musical experience, with minimal performer numbers but maximum musical intensity.
Seize the David O’Doherty (Carpe Do’Diem)
Irish comedian David O’Doherty has an infectiously childlike way of looking at the world.
Rich Hall
There is poetry and wisdom in this gravelly voiced festival stalwart, and plenty of laughs to be had in his…
Paul Foot – Kenny Larch is Dead
Nonsensical one-liners and bizarre scenarios abound, as British comedian Paul Foot takes an even deeper plunge into the absurd.
Sarah Chang & Tchaikovsky
The superstar of the violin made a rare Australian concert appearance with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.
Jennifer Wong is Spineless
The anxiety-prone Sydney comedian returns with a new stand-up show about her love of books and puns.
Russell McGilton – Bombay to Beijing by Bicycle
This one-man show by Russell McGilton is fast, furious, funny and foul.
Action/Response
A two-night performance featuring the work of 20 different individuals presented as part of Dance Massive.
Ruby Wax – Out of Her Mind
An enlightening and hilarious discussion of mental illness, marriage, depression and fame.