Reviews
Theatre review: Blood Wedding, Flight Path Theatre
A production that has celebrated origins, but does not meet expectations.
Theatre review: Romeo & Julie, Red Stitch Actors' Theatre
Though the title alludes to Shakespeare's classic tale, this contemporary play focuses mainly on the struggles of young love.
Music review: The Music of Hans Zimmer, Adelaide Festival Centre
Adelaide Symphony Orchestra celebrated the cinematic success of award-winning composer Hans Zimmer.
Book review: Queen Macbeth, Val McDermid
A revisionist account that focuses on Lady Macbeth rather than her husband.
Musical review: In the Heights, Sydney Opera House
'In the Heights' offers an introduction to Lin-Manuel Miranda’s trademark hip hop style musical, spiced up with sultry, sexy salsa.
Exhibition review: Samira Khadivizand, Elaine Batton and Bridie Nelson, Artemisia Gallery and Event Space
A relatively new art gallery in Melbourne’s inner-south once again proves it attracts some of Australia’s best emerging artists.
Opera review: Two Remain, fortyfivedownstairs
This premiere Australian production features the true stories of two Holocaust survivors.
Book review: Peripathetic, Cher Tan
A debut collection of essays that track unbelonging and displacement.
Theatre review: Swim, Carriageworks
A trip to a public pool provokes deep, submerged reflections.
Opera review: Hamlet, Opera Australia
Revenge thriller, psychological drama – this reworking of Hamlet is an emotionally charged and brilliant piece of work.