A brilliant choice for the first musical to be presented as the annual Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour, West Side Story is given lavish, large scale treatment in what is essentially a highly r…
As witty as it is romantic, the Australian Ballet's characterful production of Cinderella makes an unplanned yet very welcome return visit to Melbourne, showcasing the glorious partnership o…
Stripped raw and utterly lean, the new Melbourne Theatre Company production of A View from the Bridge thrives on the strength of its compelling characters and elegantly spare language, hurtl…
Newcomers to Jersey Boys are sure to enjoy the memorable music and terrific stage talent. Those who have seen the show (possible more than once) may be harder to coax back, but the performan…
Melbourne Theatre Company begins the new year with a showcase for revered actress Miriam Margolyes who takes on the cantankerous title character in Alan Bennett's The Lady in the Van.
With confidence and polish that cover all aspects of production, Melbourne Opera takes on another Wagner opera The Flying Dutchman with further success.
Currently one of London's hottest tickets, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical is a solid entry in the bio-musical genre, combining an inspiring story with a terrific catalogue of hit songs.
An ideal choice for an Off-West End season, Violet features an exceptional lead performance from Kaisa Hammarlund.
Boiled down to a boutique-scale presentation, Fiddler on the Roof brims with fresh life, gentle humour and impactful drama.
Splendid music is the clear highlight of an unusual and indulgent staging of Tchaikovsky opera The Queen of Spades, the central concept of which wears thin very quickly.
The Royal Ballet combines a contrasting pairs of works to create a well-rounded mixed programme with Asphodel Meadows/The Two Pigeons.
The 2004 Broadway musical Caroline, or Change has returned to London's West End in a slick, entertaining production anchored by a sensational lead performance by Sharon D. Clarke.
It is hard to begrudge the near annual presence of The Royal Opera's workhorse production of La Traviata when it is lovingly re-staged and splendidly cast as this 2019 opening night performa…
Full of feathers and factoids, hit songs and head dresses, The Cher Show is diverting, if not particularly enlightening, entertainment.
Streamlined staging and a strong ensemble cast allow Andrew Lloyd Webber's Aspects of Love to be seen in a favourable light.
Longterm fans of Merrily We Roll Along have every reason to see and enjoy this dynamic version. Newcomers will find the material clearer than may have been the case in previous incarnations.
A towering achievement, To Kill A Mockingbird comforts with nostalgic charm and crackles with potent relevance, the deft combination of which makes for an unforgettable night at the theatre.
A lovingly crafted explosion of good will and hilarity, The Prom holds it place alongside the great musical comedies of the new millennium.
On paper, the blue-chip title, solid production values and enthusiastic young cast should be enough to make Clueless the Musical a hit, yet the new Off-Broadway musical is missing the ever e…
An extraordinary cast and an intelligent staging combine for a wonderful season of Adriana Lecouvreur at the Met.
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 1990s boy band Take That.
Iconic modern dance favourite Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake makes a welcome return in a freshly re-polished staging. Seeing at least one production by New Adventures each year has made it clear…
Sweeping in scope, yet intimate and highly personal in detail, Matthew Lopez's masterwork The Inheritance balances humour, history and heartbreak to haunting effect.
With physical humour, highbrow theatrical humour, lowbrow theatrical humour, musical theatre moments, live stunts and more, Peter Pan Goes Wrong is highly recommended for fun-loving families…
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.