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Theatre review: Henry 5, The Playhouse, Sydney Opera House

Bell Shakespeare kicks off its 2025 season with this modern and accessible adaptation performed by a fresh-faced cast.Ā 

Hazem Shammas will play the titular role in Bell Shakespeare's 2025 production of 'Coriolanus'. A man with dark, curly hair and wearing a brown suit holds his right hand to his mouth. A butterfly is perched on his fingertips.
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From rarely seen tragedy to popular history play: Bell Shakespeare launches 2025 season

Rarely staged in Australia, Shakespeare’s ā€˜Coriolanus’ is one of three major productions presented by Bell Shakespeare in the company’s 35th…

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Theatre review: King Lear, Neilson Nutshell, Pier 2/3

Bell Shakespeare takes a minimalist approach to 'King Lear' in its first production of the play since 2010 – with…

Twelfth Night. A dark spotlit stage features small trees in large pots, a couple of actors cuddle on. either side of the stage and a person centre stage with arm raised, wearing a white waistcoat, braces and black shorts.
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Theatre review: Twelfth Night, Sydney Opera House

This production of Shakespeare's classic gender swap comedy deliberately dramatises its tragic elements.

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Theatre review: Macbeth, Fairfax Studio, Arts Centre Melbourne

Bell Shakespeare's production is minimalist and contemporary.

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Theatre review: The Comedy of Errors

An uneven production mars one of Shakespeare's comedic plays.

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How to make your tour greener

A new toolkit will help performing arts companies reduce the environmental impact of their tours.

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Theatre review: Hamlet, Bell Shakespeare

A surprisingly respectful adaptation that allows the original words to shine.

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Major new arts precinct opens at last

After three years of construction and exceeding its original estimated cost, one of Australia’s most significant arts precincts is ready…