Sterling musicianship, high production values and a quirky, highly talented cast bring out the compelling lustre in Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler’s “dark operetta” Sweeney Todd.
Victorian Opera: Sweeney Todd review
The Production Company: West Side Story review
In a stunning return to top form, The Production Company gives Broadway’s jewel in the crown the polish and respect it deserves with sensational results.
Simon Gleeson: Elements album review
Acclaimed singing actor Simon Gleeson shares an eclectic mix of heartfelt ballads in his debut album Elements. Music theatre audiences who have heard Gleeson’s extraordinary voice live in the theatre will welcome the […]
Opera Australia: Turandot review [Sydney 2015]
World-class singers enhance this decadently glossy production.
Opera Australia: La Traviata review [Sydney 2015]
The production may be well known, and well loved, but the Opera Australia role debuts of soprano Lorina Gore and tenor Rame Lahaj make for a scintillating evening.
Victorian Opera: I Puritani review
A triumphant success, Victorian Opera’s one-night concert presentation of I Puritani was a finely honed musical showcase focused on the splendour and beauty of the voice.
Melbourne Opera: The Barber of Seville review [2015]
What a difference a tenor makes. Joining 2010 stars Phillip Calcagno and Sally-Anne Russell, lively young tenor Brenton Spiteri completes a terrific trio whose antics are as much of a joy to […]
The Australian Ballet: Alexei Ratmansky’s Cinderella review #2 [2015]
A second opportunity arose to see Alexei Ratmansky’s Cinderella, a visit made all the sweeter by the surprise appearance of Madeleine Eastoe in the title role.
Helpmann Nominations 2015 Announced
Celebrating a unique mix of opera, dance, music theatre, plays, live music and more, the 2015 Helpmann Nominations were announced this evening at performing arts venues around Australia. The 2015 Helpmann Awards […]
Grey’s Lobotomy review
Meredith Willson may have written the book, music and lyrics for The Music Man, but Xavier Brouwer takes this feat three steps further by also acting as director, music director and producer […]
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