Emmanuelle Mattana’s hit play exposes the roots of male privilege as private school boys gather to debate the merits of feminism.
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Review: Grief is the Thing with Feathers (Belvoir St Theatre)
As The Spare Room closes (one of my favourite shows of the year so far), another literary adaptation— Grief is the Thing with Feathers—opens, at Upstairs Belvoir. The 2015 verse novel by British writer Max Porter depicts how a widowed father, left alone with two young sons, is haunted by a Crow. Co-Produced by Andrew…
Review: Eureka Day (Outhouse Theatre Co)
Jonathan Spector’s school satire about balancing personal freedoms with public responsibility was, remarkably, written in 2018. While it’s clear to see the context of Trump era political polarisation, it’s a real shock at just how prescient the play becomes in a post-covid era. Walking into the Seymour Centre’s Reginald Theatre, I was unsure if audiences were ready for a play about vaccines and how we talk about them. But while some will undoubtably brace at the subject matter, I found Eureka Day to be a surprising crowd-pleaser which doesn’t take itself too seriously.
London Theatre Diaries: Part One
16 shows is far too many for me to review with my usual depth, however I’d like to introduce a new segment: London Theatre Diaries. Here I will attempt to briefly review every single play I saw in my two months there. I’ll write these diaries chronologically, and today’s post covers show 1-3: The Human Body at the Donmar Warehouse, Witness for the Prosecution at London County Hall and Foam at the Finborough Theatre.
Review: The Importance of Being Earnest at STC
The irony of Sydney Theatre Company staging a production that skewers the upper classes while also selling tickets that often cost upwards of $100 is not lost on me. I know that many students, like myself, might not be able to afford to see this show, which is a shame because it really is a very witty, very fun night out.
Review: Glitter Punch at Flow Studios
Stacks On, a small indie company making theatre out of Flow Studios (an art gallery/performance space in Camperdown) are back with another intimate show. After the charm of April’s share house comedy For The Time Being, the team return on a more serious note with British playwright Lucy Burke’s Glitter Punch, a coming-of-age drama about…
Review: Fantastic Mr. Fox at Roslyn Packer Theatre
Never have I seen a children’s storybook rendered on stage so effectively, while maintaining the colour and personality of the source material. I got a ticket based off the dynamic trailer alone, and I was not disappointed.
Review: For The Time Being at Flow Studios
“It’s always refreshing to see contemporary australian work that takes the elitism out of theatre and brings in a young, new audience. I went with friends that aren’t ‘theatre people’ who really enjoyed it, and found the depiction of the twentysomething sharehouse experience amusing and relatable. It’s the theatrical equivalent of a well-written TV sitcom (in a good way).”
Review: CAMP at the Seymour Centre
As a young person in my twenties, many of my peers see Mardi Gras as another excuse to party. It was powerful to be reminded of Mardi Gras’ origin as a protest, particularly considering I saw the matinee show on the day of Mardi Gras. As a piece of theatre, CAMP isn’t particularly groundbreaking, but it is an important story that everyone should watch to learn about this crucial piece of Australia’s history.
Review: Sex Magick at Griffin Theatre Company
Brown and Greene have created a bold and brash story that combines social satire with a deeper reflection on masculinity and queer love across Australian and Indian cultures, although those two story elements aren’t weaved together as effortlessly as they could have. If you like your theatre provocative, risqué and loud, this is the show for you.
Review: Hubris and Humiliation at STC
Treston’s writing is witty and intelligent, paying homage to Austen while also creating a fun, campy story that stands on its own. Director Dean Bryant has delivered an energetic laugh-out-loud production—Hubris and Humiliation is a joy— a sparkly, fizzy delight.
Review: Australian Theatre Live & Emerald City
Australian Theatre Live has arrived and it’s the perfect compromise if you find yourself unable to go to the theatre for whatever reason (geographic, financial, Covid-19, etc). The new theatrical streaming service takes it inspiration from the success of National Theatre Live in the UK, offering high quality video recordings of mainstage theatrical performances. The…
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