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Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) review [Melbourne]

By Simon Parris on June 24, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Stella, a New Australian Musical: review

By Simon Parris on June 14, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

The Australian Ballet: Romeo and Juliet review [Melbourne 2026]

By Simon Parris on June 7, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Opera Australia: Encore! Songs from the Musicals review

By Simon Parris on May 29, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Opera Australia: Gilbert & Sullivan – A Musical Celebration review [Melbourne 2026]

By Simon Parris on May 24, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Waitress the Musical review [Australia 2026]

By Simon Parris on May 8, 2026 • ( 3 Comments )

The Australian Ballet: Manon review [Melbourne 2025]

By Simon Parris on October 11, 2025 • ( 5 Comments )

Making a welcome return to the Melbourne stage after more than ten years, romantic Kenneth MacMillan drama Manon showcases the brightly polished gifts of a new generation of dancers.

The Australian Ballet: Prism review

By Simon Parris on September 26, 2025 • ( 2 Comments )

Simple design provides a clear and unfettered focus on sensational dance as The Australian Ballet premieres new triple bill Prism.

MSO: An Evening on Broadway review

By Simon Parris on September 25, 2025 • ( 9 Comments )

The sterling musicianship of Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is boosted by the real emotion and heart provided by vocalists Josh Piterman and Amy Manford, elevating the lovingly curated program for An Evening On […]

MJ the Musical review [Melbourne 2025]

By Simon Parris on September 19, 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

A truly dazzling song and dance spectacle, MJ the Musical rides a heady wave of nostalgia through the blue chip catalogue of undisputed King of Pop, Michael Jackson. 

IOpera: The Turn of the Screw review

By Simon Parris on September 18, 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

IOpera gives classic English opera The Turn of the Screw the full musical treatment in a suitably spooky production. 

The 39 Steps review [Melbourne 2025]

By Simon Parris on September 12, 2025 • ( 2 Comments )

Right rollicking parody The 39 Steps roars back to life in this terrifically cast new Australian tour. 

See You Sunday: American Psycho review [Melbourne 2025]

By Simon Parris on September 7, 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

In its overdue Melbourne premiere season, pitch black satire American Psycho delivers a heady blend of shocking thrills and perverse comedy in this confidently staged, wickedly heightened production. 

Tarzan the Stage Musical review [Melbourne 2025]

By Simon Parris on August 31, 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

Splendidly realised, the local premiere of Tarzan the Stage Musical swings into town in terrific form, its entertainment value boosted by heartfelt direction and a terrific cast.

Clovelly Fox Productions: Ordinary Days review [Melbourne 2025]

By Simon Parris on August 22, 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

Poignant 2008 musical Ordinary Days delivers timely inspiration in this heartfelt, impeccably cast revival.

In The Heights review [Melbourne 2025]

By Simon Parris on August 8, 2025 • ( 2 Comments )

A joyful celebration of humanity, Lin-Manuel Miranda musical In The Heights champions the galvanising support of community and the rich tapestry of diversity. 

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