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The art of musical comedy
When you add music to your stand-up, you can take your shows to a whole other level...
Musical review: Hadestown, Theatre Royal Sydney
While some elements are impressive, others are undercooked and underwhelming.
Theatre review: Our Monster’s Name is Jerry, Theatre Works
Gothic tropes are explored, but without the promised scares.
Theatre review: Truth, Merlyn Theatre, Malthouse
Patricia Cornelius' latest play tells the story of the WikiLeaks founder who 'wanted to change the world'.
Theatre review: Short + Sweet Sydney Opening Week, Heat 1, 2025
A competition to find the best 10-minute play. The first heat was of mixed quality.
Performance review: Liza's Good Judy, Motley Bauhaus, midsumma festival
Classic songs in an ambitious tribute to, and exploration of, legends Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli.
Dance review: Tantrum for 6, Northcote Town Hall
Six new beings navigate their world in a contemporary dance exploration of primal infancy and growth.
Theatre Review: Cruise, KXT on Broadway, Mardi Gras
Jack Holden’s Olivier Award-nominated play arrives in Australia for Sydney’s Mardi Gras.
Opera review: Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg, Royal Exhibition Building
Melbourne Opera stays well within its comfort zone for Wagner’s epic comedy.
Performance review: Confessions of a Drag Queen Accountant, Skye Scraper, His Majesty's Theatre, FRINGE WORLD
A dynamic evening of salacious storytelling.