musical theatre
Most popular reviews in 2024
Which reviews of live performances, exhibitions and books attracted the most attention from ArtsHub's readers this year?
Performance review: The Pirates of Penzance – In Concert, QPAC
Gilbert and Sullivan at their finest in this rip-roaring crowd-pleaser, which offers an all-star cast with many musical gems.
Musical review: Hamilton, Sydney Lyric Theatre, The Star
‘Hamilton’ has returned to Australia. It’s slick, spectacular and runs like clockwork – but remains dogged by some fundamental issues.
Musical review: Six, Comedy Theatre
The return of the musical phenomenon that not only gives agency to Henry VIII's six wives, but makes them pop…
New musical celebrates Australian inventiveness
The creation of the black box flight recorder is the focus of a new musical theatre production opening at QPAC…
Performance review: Jersey Boys, QPAC
Prospero Arts delivers a finely crafted and well-sung, semi-staged version of ‘Jersey Boys’ in Brisbane.
Musical Theatre review: The Choir of Man, Arts Centre Melbourne
Singing and dancing in a pub setting brings frothy joy to all.
Phantom’s Sarah Brightman to star in new Australian production of Sunset Boulevard
‘All right Mr DeMille, I’m ready for my close-up’: Brightman to play deranged silent picture star Norma Desmond in lavish…
Dance Review: Strictly Gershwin, QPAC
A welcome return tribute offers a sparkling production and splendid dancing from Queensland Ballet.
Groundhog Day musical in a Melbourne exclusive
Another big musical is heading to Melbourne in 2024.