A slender scenario in search of a storyline, new musical The Band at least has a solid gold score, utilising the extensive pop catalogue of superstar ‘90s boy band Take That.
The Band review [London]
Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake [London 2019]
Iconic modern dance favourite Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake makes a welcome return in a freshly re-polished staging.
The Inheritance review
Sweeping in scope, yet intimate and highly personal in detail, Matthew Lopez’s masterwork The Inheritance balances humour, history and heartbreak to haunting effect.
Paris Opéra Ballet: La Dame aux camélias review
Conceived as an emotional memory play, John Neumeier’s La Dame aux Camélias is a haunting exploration of the ephemeral nature of love.
Paris Opéra Ballet: Cinderella review
Paris Opéra Ballet revived Rudolf Nureyev’s grand 1986 “Hollywood” Cinderella as part of the celebration to mark 80 years since the birth of Nureyev.
Company review [West End 2019]
Exemplifying the meaning of the term “revival,” Marianne Elliott delivers a brand new take on classic concept musical Company that is fresh, funny and altogether fabulous. Bobby is now Bobbie, and the […]
Opera and Ballet Year in Review 2018
Melbourne continues to enjoy a full and rewarding program of high-class opera, wondrous dance and high profile visiting artists.
Peter Pan Goes Wrong review [Melbourne]
Wickedly funny, Peter Pan Goes Wrongis summer holiday family entertainment minted to perfection.
Musical Theatre Year in Review 2018
Five decades into his storied career, Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber dominated the Melbourne musical theatre scene in 2018.
The Australian Ballet: Storytime Ballet: Coppélia review
The Australian Ballet continues their cleverly conceived Storytime Ballet series with Coppélia, an ideal first ballet for young audiences.
Man in Chair 