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The Book of Mormon review [Melbourne 2026]

By Simon Parris on February 13, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Cluedo review [Melbourne]

By Simon Parris on February 11, 2026 • ( 2 Comments )

Victorian Opera: The Pirates of Penzance review [Melbourne 2026]

By Simon Parris on February 5, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Afterglow review [Melbourne 2026]

By Simon Parris on February 3, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Cats review [Melbourne 2025]

By Simon Parris on January 1, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

John Foreman’s Australia Pops Orchestra: New Year’s Eve Gala Concerts review

By Simon Parris on December 30, 2025 • ( 6 Comments )

Donmar Warehouse: Les Liaisons Dangereuses review

By Simon Parris on January 23, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Christopher Hampton’s ever-intriguing play Les Liaisons Dangereuses is given a classy revival at the Donmar Warehouse, where the intimacy of the tiny auditorium immerses the audience in the great salons of 18th […]

Paris Opera: Werther [2016]

By Simon Parris on January 21, 2016 • ( 1 Comment )

In a dream pairing, Piotr Beczala and Elīna Garanča deliver magnificent performances in this meticulously directed revival of Werther at Paris Opera.

Guys and Dolls [London 2016]

By Simon Parris on January 19, 2016 • ( 2 Comments )

Spectacular dancing enlivens evergreen chestnut Guys and Dolls in this solid new production.

La Scala: Rigoletto review

By Simon Parris on January 18, 2016 • ( 1 Comment )

Gilbert Deflo’s production of Verdi favourite Rigoletto raises the piece to the grandest operatic scale. Thankfully, the singers are easily as spectacular as the soaring scenery.

Grey Gardens review [London 2016]

By Simon Parris on January 18, 2016 • ( 2 Comments )

Showcasing two of the finest stage actresses, Grey Gardens finally comes to London in this impressively staged production.

Funny Girl review [London 2016]

By Simon Parris on January 17, 2016 • ( 4 Comments )

Fanny Brice may sing the song but it is Sheridan Smith who is the greatest star, leading a long overdue, sassy revival of Broadway classic Funny Girl.

Royal Opera: Tosca review [2016]

By Simon Parris on January 16, 2016 • ( 1 Comment )

Blessed with three excellent lead singers, this revival of Jonathan Kent’s 2006 production lands all the thrills of Puccini’s magnificent classic.

Bend It Like Beckham The Musical review

By Simon Parris on January 15, 2016 • ( 4 Comments )

What appears, at first glance, an unusual choice for a musical proves a joyous celebration of culture, identity and acceptance.

Fiddler on the Roof review [Melbourne 2016]

By Simon Parris on January 6, 2016 • ( 5 Comments )

This lovingly staged, if rather safe, new production of perennial classic Fiddler on the Roof is anchored by a sterling performance from Australia’s unchallenged Leading Man of the stage, Anthony Warlow.

Fiddler on the Roof sneak peek [Melbourne 2016]

By Simon Parris on January 5, 2016 • ( 1 Comment )

Producer Tim Lawson treated Melbourne media to a look at his new production of Fiddler on the Roof.

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