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The Australian Ballet: Flora review

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

OVATION concert review [Melbourne]

By Simon Parris on March 8, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

The Australian Ballet: Signature Works [Melbourne 2026]

By Simon Parris on February 28, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

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 )

In The Heights review [London 2016]

By Simon Parris on January 25, 2016 • ( 5 Comments )

While music theatre fans across the globe wait to have the chance to see Hamilton, we still have the zesty, heartfelt pleasure of In The Heights to enjoy.

New Adventures: Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty review

By Simon Parris on January 25, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

The final performance of the current London season sees Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty in excellent shape for its coming UK and world tour.  

The Royal Ballet: Rhapsody / The Two Pigeons review

By Simon Parris on January 24, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

In a nicely balanced, highly entertaining double bill, The Royal Ballet presents Rhapsody and The Two Pigeons, two gems from the treasured catalogue of works from Frederick Ashton.

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.

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