Performing Arts
Much ado about who? The enduring appeal of Shakespeare
William Shakespeare is having a Renaissance moment. What has caused this enduring fascination, and how do his plays resonate with…
A Few Good Men review: a Hollywood classic turned Brisbane theatre blockbuster
Fans of Aaron Sorkin's film A Few Good Men film will spot the nods, and newcomers will find plenty to…
Cowbois review: no guns, no politics ... no purpose?
A blissful first act followed by a long downhill mosey, Cowbois fails to live up to its own publicity.
One Night Only review: form-melting theatre that scoops us up
One Night Only, a new collaboration from Rawcus, presented by Darebin Arts Speakeasy, soars and swoops through time and place.
The Life and Death of King Lear review: maximal title, minimal production
In this telling of King Lear, Sydney’s Belvoir St Theatre presents a patchy, minimalist version of one of Shakespeare’s great…
Meow Meow’s Red Shoes review: a cabaret masterclass
You’re never quite sure where Meow Meow's cabaret caper is going, but it's so good you don’t care.
Cinderella review: having a ball at His Majesty’s Theatre, WA
The timeless Cinderella tale finds new life in this year's end production by WA Ballet.
UP THERE (Boorloo) review: journey into Perth's forgotten corners
Led by Up There Collective, UP THERE (Boorloo) is an unusual performance and walking tour that invites participants to see…
Much Ado About Nothing review: belly laughs and barbs from the Bard
Shakespeare’s mid-career comedy is given a gleeful airing in the MTC’s first new staging of the work in 30 years.
Amyl and The Sniffers and Ninajirachi top the 2025 ARIA Awards
Amyl and The Sniffers won four awards from the band's six nominations at last night's ARIA Awards in Sydney.