Authors List
- Linda Lokhee is a dedicated primary school and special education teacher, a picture book author and published poet. She has written two children's books. Her debut book, The Sock Monster features a loveable but misunderstood purple sock monster named Ike. In The Night Noise, the main character is a very brave girl heroine named Quinn, as well as a loved furry Australian animal. Ike and Quinn are Linda's book babies! Her poetry book for adults is called Scattered Syllables. Linda loves experiencing all the different aspects of Australia's independent creative arts, and especially the visual and musical elements of live theatre. She enjoys being part of the Whats The Show reviewer team, writing reviews since July 2023. Her website is www.lindalokhee.com.View all posts
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- During the week, Rebecca works in Communications for a B2B company, but on weekends, she immerses herself in the world of entertainment. Whether it's the latest film or new theatre production, she embraces it all. Writing Reviews for What's the Show allows her to combine her love of film with her love of writing. It's the perfect blend of creativity and critique.View all posts
- Faith has been an active part of Sydney's vibrant theatre and art scene since the late 80's as an actor, director and designer. She branched out into review writing in 2023 and hasn't looked back. Faith writes reviews for What's On Sydney, The 4th Wall and What's the Show. There doesn't seem to be a week that goes by without her sitting an audience somewhere in Sydney, waiting for the house lights to go down. Her number 1 passion is writing reviews to support the amazing work of community and fringe theatre, but she does admit, the challenges of reviewing professional theatre has become a major writing thrill.View all posts
Recent Posts - Debra Campbell is the founder of Beyond Dance - proudly supporting Beyond Blue (@dance2forblue), which has raised many thousands of dollars for mental health. Debra is passionate that the Arts in all its forms can truly help one enjoy important time for themselves. She has lived a life of dance, theatre and visual art and believes therefore there are no ‘bad’ shows, there is ‘good’ in every show – “they are all different and will give you different experiences and feelings, so it is always worth venturing out to see one”. Returning to writing from her former years, Debra looks forward to meeting new artists and highlighting their creativity for everyone to appreciate. https://fundraise.beyondblue.org.au/fundraise-for-beyond-blue/posts/beyond-dance https://fundraise.beyondblue.org.au/t/dancetwoforblueView all posts
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- Kat Skarbek is a writer of both fiction and non-fiction. Despite her obnoxiously precocious beginnings as a 10 year old playwright (over-confidently putting on a ghostly school play that she wrote, directed and acted in), her most recently leanings have been toward short stories with folk horror leanings and creative non-fiction. She is currently incubating an idea for a novel of historical fantasy fiction which, frankly, terrifies the bejesus out of her, so that’s got to be a good sign. Kat likes to think of herself as a bibliophile but her husband says she can call it any fancy name she wants, it’s basically book hoarding, and where the hell is he going to find space for them all anyway? Although she is an ‘all genres’ reading and writing type of gal, at the moment she is devouring mythological and fairy-tale retellings from such authors Natalie Haynes and Angela Carter and genuinely unnerving horror from the terrifying minds of Adam Neville and T. Kingfisher. Aside from writing and being the mother of a brace of character-building teenagers, she spends her time as a Midlife and Mindset coach, teaching women how to make their midlife the most fulfilling and inspiring part of life so far. Kat is very chatty in person but then feels guilty about talking too much. She is a restless nomad in love with family travel, gin, swearing and knitting, though not necessarily in that order.View all posts
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- She is a woman with a keen eye for the details that others might miss. She doesn’t just watch the show—she inhabits it. With an extensive career spanning decades in media, television, and live broadcast, her perspective is informed by experience and sharpened by the spotlight itself. Once, she dabbled in the world of acting and theater—taking the stage and testing her own mettle in the most demanding of roles. But it’s not the curtain call that drives her anymore. Her insight is built on years of navigating the complexities of live production, the pulse of a newsroom, and the raw energy of the stage. But don’t expect her to tell you everything. No, her reviews leave a little room for mystery—because she knows the true nature of art is that which can’t always be pinned down. You never know, you might happen to find her sitting in the front row of your next production.View all posts
- Actor, writer, scientist, physiotherapist, tutor, horse massage therapist (for real!); you name it, I've probably done it. Enjoy writing short film scripts and monologues (and then performing them!). Massive animal lover with current 'pet tally' quite low, at just 2 horses and a cat.View all posts
- Barry has been actively involved in theatre since 1970. He is a director/actor who is equally at home with comedy as he is with drama. One of the highlights of his career is directing the late June Bronhill with who he remained friends until her passing. His favourite roles have been Roy in 'Cosi', Noel Coward in 'Noel and Gertie', Sir Joseph Porter in 'HMS Pinafore' and Roger de Bris in 'The Producers'. He also reviews for It's on the House and Stage Whispers. By day he is Reception/Admin for a not for profit charity. In 2023 he was awarded an OAM for his services to amateur theatre in SA.View all posts
- Kia Ora! I am a recently graduated student from New Zealand. I studied a Bachelor of Music at the University of Auckland and begun my writing journey with New Zealand Musician Magazine, writing album reviews and conducting artist interviews I am now based in Melbourne and have enjoyed reviewed local theatre and opera this year.View all posts
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- Amanda has been an avid theatre and film buff for many years. She has dabbled in acting and directing, in both film and theatre. She also has experience writing plays, and is director of the newly formed Mayhem Theatre Company. She's excited to see what amazing things other creative people are doing and provide detailed reviews to help the audience understand the essence of each show. She is an advocate for inclusivity, and also works as a photographer with her husband sometimes. Lunatic Digital Creations Mayhem TheatreView all posts
- Lover of theatre, bibliophile, Psychology major and triple-threat.View all posts
- Emelia May is a Melbourne-based writer, reviewer, and certified fruitcake. You'll usually find her exploring Melbourne’s art and theatre scene, dabbling in illustration, or dreaming up a debut novel (key word: dreaming). emeliamay.com.auView all posts
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- Michelle is a writer hailing from Nelson, New Zealand (Whakatū, Aotearoa), currently based in Melbourne (Naarm). She acquired an interest in writing from a young age, and finds solace and sanctity in expressing herself in a variety of verbal mediums. Her interests in the creative arts are widespread, and she relishes the opportunity to engage with this space as both an artist, appreciator, and observer. Stay up to date with her work @m.s.rookeView all posts
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- A drama lover since birth, I have always adored the theatre community, and am now reviewing to add one more title under my belt! You know what they say; if you can't join 'em, go and watch 'em!View all posts
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- Isobel Knight is a musician and writer from Gadigal country in Sydney. Her album Here Now is available everywhere, and she writes about international development and the arts for Ramona, alongside contributing to other independent magazines. Here Now debuted in the top five independent albums, and the accompanying music video Conversationalist has landed in the top 30 of Australian music videos for this year. A theatre devotee, her first play is set to debut in 2025. You can find her music and live shows here: https://isobelknight.hatch.one/link-in-bio-inspo And work for Ramona here: https://ramonamag.com/tag/isobel-knight/View all posts
- Amanda is a Melbourne based writer and photographer that has a passion for theatre, arts and music. She loves living in Melbourne where the arts scene is vibrant and diverse and loves to support Australian artists.View all posts
- A lifelong lover of live entertainment, I have a particular passion for dance, musicals, circus and aerials. With nearly two decades of experience as a dancer, performer, and teacher, I've been on and around the stage in countless ways. I now channel my love for writing into sharing the magic of live performance with others. Outside of reviewing, I am many things to many people; mum, wife, CEO, photographer and marriage/funeral celebrant, making the most of life's moments both big and small. From acrobatics to arias, if it's live, I'm there to experience and celebrate it!View all posts
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- Sydney based, fan of all things live.View all posts
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- Melissa is a writer and blogger with a degree in English and a lifelong love of theatre and film.View all posts
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- Born and bred in Perth, Carmen Jenner considers herself extremely fortunate to write for a living. She has contributed to numerous local, national and international magazines, newspapers, blogs, books and organisations in the travel, lifestyle, hospitality, real estate and arts industries. She is the author/co-author/ghostwriter/editor of several books and runs the Fluffy Towel Travel blog (www.fluffytowel.com), for travellers who love their fluffy towels as much as their adventures.View all postsRecent Posts