New Australian Theatre
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.
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.
Theatre review: An Imaginary Life, Moores Building Art Space, Fremantle
An impressive adaptation of David Malouf's classic novella about Ovid.
Exciting opportunities for playwrights
Hardly any theatre companies will accept unsolicited scripts. Most playwrights make their way through prizes and programs. We've gathered this…
Theatre review: La Belle Epoque, Theatre Works
A multimedia play that interweaves different art forms to tell the story of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Theatre review: Elegies: A Song Cycle, fortyfivedownstairs
A new production company makes its premiere with a slick and funnier than expected rendition of songs about losing loved…
Theatre review: Famished Future Feeders, New Benner Theatre, Metro Arts
Exploring diverse elements of a darkly dystopian future, this well-staged production features promising new talent.
Theatre review: Dracula, Roslyn Packer Theatre
Director Kip Williams returns with his third 'cine-theatre' production of a Gothic trilogy.