Whats The Show – Show Reviews of all kinds from around the nation.
Vegas In Concert: The Anthems Of Childhood.
Vegas in Concert at the Astor Theatre promised an unforgettable journey through the decades of iconic performances for the seasoned Vegas veteran or those …
The Drowsy Chaperone
The Stirling Players return for their final production of 2024, The Drowsy Chaperone, and they’re certainly going out with a bang.
One thing you can cou…
Christmas in Caulfield: Melbourne’s Christmas Wonderland
Christmas has come early to Caulfield with Melbourne’s Christmas Wonderland.
Walking into the Big Top, christmas lights adorn the enclosure. There is a…
Christmas Comes to Melbourne: A Christmas Carol
Since first being published in 1843, Charles Dickens ‘ A Christmas Carol’ has captivated audiences.
As the audience enters the theatre a dimly lit stag…
The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe
If you ask anyone about their top childhood books, C S Lewis’ – The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe will often be cited as a nostalgic favourite across th…
Othello: Presented by The Actors Hub
Taking on any play of William Shakespeare is no easy feat especially in theatre where actors are required to memorise heavy and complicated dialogue. Amand…
Mother and Son – A Heartfelt and Hilarious Look at Aging and Family
The Adelaide Repertory Theatre’s Mother and Son delivers a perfect blend of humor and heart, offering a touching yet funny exploration of the challenges th…
Almost, Maine: Javeenbah Theatre
I found myself back at the wonderful Javeenbah theatre, nestled away in Nerang on Saturday night to take in their production of John Cariani’s play “Almost…
Australian Museum Presents: Machu Picchu And The Golden Empires Of Peru
The ‘Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru’ exhibition at the Australian Museum is now open, allowing visitors to explore the legendary Machu Picchu …
The Collector
The Collector is a harrowing tale about an emotionally stunted and lonely young man who abducts a young woman and keeps her locked in his basement. In this…
Mother and Son: Presented By Hunters Hill Theatre
Mother and Son, a masterful stage adaptation of the beloved 1984-1994 TV show, opens in a stereotypical living room of a household that’s been lived in for…
Puss In Boots
With Christmas just around the corner, there is nothing like seeing a pantomime at this time of year and Limelight theatre production of Puss in Boots will…
Fuhrer and Seducer Film Review
‘Fake news’ is a term we are all too familiar with. However, it was not invented by one of the candidates in the current USA elections. Joseph Goebbels, th…
Welcome to Yiddishland: Reviving A Dying Language
Ros Horin’s Welcome to Yiddishland is a charming and lighthearted exploration of modern art and the Yiddish language. We are introduced to a host of chara…
Kid Sister Film Review
Kid Sister: What a masterfully funny and refreshing television series.
Created and written by Simone Nathan, who also brilliantly portrayed the lead ro…
There’s Still Tomorrow Film Review
Let me set the scene for you.
Italy, post WWII. We are being introduced into what one assumes to be another black and white a run of the mill black and…
Maria Montessori Film Review
Léa Todorov’s directorial debut feature film ‘Maria Montessori’ offers a biopic of the Italian doctor’s journey in revolutionising children’s pedagogy. Mar…
The Beautiful Summer
Adapted from Cesare Pavese’s 1949 novel, ‘The Beautiful Summer’ written and directed by Laura Luchetti offers an evocative portrayal of self-discovery, lon…
Film Review: Trust (2024)
Trust emerges as a standout film for this year’s St ALi’s Italian Film Festival, running nationwide at Palace Cinemas from September 18 to October 23. It i…
The Cram Collective Presents: FAG/STAG
The CRAM Collective’s latest production of FAG/STAG is a winner! (CRAM stands for Create, Revise, Augment and Merge). They are a comparatively young compan…
Nana’s Naughty Knickers – Naughty Good Fun
Hubby and I rode our scooter to our local theatre, The Arts Theatre on Angas Street, Adelaide, to see, Nana’s Naughty Knickers
What happens when Bridget…
King Lear: Presented by The Theatre Guild
The University of Adelaide Theatre Guild have placed their production of King Lear in a post-apocalyptic dystopian setting which is set amidst the madness …
St Jude’s Players Presents Silent Sky
Silent Sky is a historical dramatisation of the life of Astronomer Henrietta Leavitt written by American playwright Lauren Gunderson. It is an important st…
The Questions
State Theatre Company SA proudly unveils the world premiere of the latest collaboration between playwright Van Badham and composer Richard Wise—a modern an…
Sir Terry Pratchett’s The Fifth Elephant
The Fifth Elephant – one of the many successful fantasy novels by Terry Pratchett, inspires this whimsical and spellbinding stage play from Brisbane Arts T…
Commandante: Nice Cinematography
The opening of Comandante felt like a perfume ad for one of the big Italian fashion houses; a Dolce & Gabbana or Prada. A young woman in 1940’s dress, loo…
The Milky Way Film Review
The Milky Way, the creation of multi-talented Israeli director, writer and editor Maya Kenig is a thought-provoking story with a hint of dystopia surroundi…
Diane Warren Relentless: Eccentric Honest and Real
“Diane Warren: Relentless” is a documentary that portrays the making of one of the world’s most successful songwriters. A Golden Globe, Oscar and Grammy wi…
All About the Levkoviches Film Review
All About the Levkoviches is about love, inclusion, and the need to be accepted especially by your family.
It tells the story of a well-meaning but tena…
Fuhrer and Seducer Film Review
‘Fake news’ is a term we are all too familiar with. However, it was not invented by one of the candidates in the current USA elections. Joseph Goebbels, th…
Welcome to Yiddishland: Reviving A Dying Language
Ros Horin’s Welcome to Yiddishland is a charming and lighthearted exploration of modern art and the Yiddish language. We are introduced to a host of chara…
Kid Sister Film Review
Kid Sister: What a masterfully funny and refreshing television series.
Created and written by Simone Nathan, who also brilliantly portrayed the lead ro…
There’s Still Tomorrow Film Review
Let me set the scene for you.
Italy, post WWII. We are being introduced into what one assumes to be another black and white a run of the mill black and…
Maria Montessori Film Review
Léa Todorov’s directorial debut feature film ‘Maria Montessori’ offers a biopic of the Italian doctor’s journey in revolutionising children’s pedagogy. Mar…
The Beautiful Summer
Adapted from Cesare Pavese’s 1949 novel, ‘The Beautiful Summer’ written and directed by Laura Luchetti offers an evocative portrayal of self-discovery, lon…
Redcliffe Musical Theatre Presents The Lovely Bones
Redcliffe Musical Theatre’s interpretation of “The Lovely Bones” is a spellbinding, tragic tale of the Salmon family as they navigate the grief and the inv…
Film Review: Trust (2024)
Trust emerges as a standout film for this year’s St ALi’s Italian Film Festival, running nationwide at Palace Cinemas from September 18 to October 23. It i…
Film Review: Mr Blake At Your Service!
2023 French comedy-drama directed by de Gilles Legardinier in his directorial debut, Mr. Blake At Your Service! stars John Malkovich, Fanny Ardant, Émilie …
Spanish Film Festival: A Ravaging Wind
‘A Ravaging Wind’ is the story of a young girl, Leni, who travels with her preacher father, Reverend Pearson, around towns in rural Argentina…
Spanish Film Festival: Un Amor
Un Amor is a delirious dive into the torment experienced by a young woman who walked away from the stress of her work interpreting the tragic stories of re…
Spanish Film Festival: Upon Open Sky
Upon Open Sky is a Mexican crime drama set in the 90s, mainly in the Coahuila desert, an arid expanse covering much of the border between Mexico and the US…
Spanish Film Festival: Artificial Justice
Artificial Justice is an offering from Spanish filmmaker Simon Casal as part of the HBSC Spanish Film Festival. The film poses an important ethical questio…
Spanish Film Festival: Jokes and Cigarettes
Director David Trueba says of his film Jokes and Cigarettes – “This is a film about humour, and about survival. Eugenio was one of the most popular comedia…
French Film Festival – The Book Of Solutions
The Book of Solutions is a quirky, sometimes funny, sometimes confusing comedy-drama from writer-director Michel Gondry, who is best known outside of Franc…
French Film Festival: The Edge Of The Blade
Ooh la la—it’s time for the 35th Annual French Film Festival. This year’s festival runs from 5 March to early to mid-April, depending on where you live. So…
Jack Warner – The Last Mogul
Depending on your location, the 2023 Jewish International Film Festival (JFF) is fast approaching, from 23rd October to 29th November. This year’s JFF will celebrate the 100th anniversary of Warner Bros by showcasing the documentary Jack L. Warner: The Last Mogul. The Last Mogul tells the story of the reigning figure, Jack L. Warner. Emerging from modest beginnings, he and his brothers embarked on a journey that led to the creation of Warner Bros Studios. Remarkably, for over half a century, Jack Warner held the crown of this cinematic empire, leaving a mark on the history of motion pictures. This…
I’ll Be Frank – Memories of Opa
The JFF is upon us for 2023, and depending on where you are located in Australia, it will run sometime in the date range of 23 Oct to 29 Nov, so be sure to check dates for your local area. With many varieties of film genres available, let’s delve into Aaron Lucus’ short documentary film I’ll Be Frank which is a respectful nod to his grandfather, Frank. The film opens with the information that former German citizens between 1933 and 1945 and their descendants who were deprived of their citizenship shall have their citizenship restored upon application. Thus begins an…
The Crime is Mine – French Comedy Murder Mystery Film
The Crime is Mine is the latest from acclaimed director François Ozon and features French stars Isabelle Huppert and Dany Boon, supported by a stellar cast including Fabrice Luchini, André Dussollier, Nadia Tereszkiewicz, and Rebecca Marder. Take a step back to 1930s Paris, as ‘The Crime Is Mine’ follows young and struggling actress Madeline and her loyal friend Pauline. The film begins with Madeleine being accused of murdering a renowned producer. Assisted by her friend Pauline, a jobless young lawyer, Madeleine is acquitted, claiming self-defence. Astonishingly, her life transforms into one of fame and fortune, with secrets lurking beneath the…
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Neil Simons’s Rumours – Review
Maitland Repertory Theatre’s production of Neil Simon’s “Rumours” is indeed something to talk about. Directed by Robert Comber, this production – despite involving for the characters serious bodily injury and gunshot wounds – will have you laughing the entire way through, and I had the privilege of viewing the performance on its opening night. The play opens with a scene of panic. What was meant to be a lovely dinner party to celebrate a politician’s 10-year wedding anniversary has already been turned on its head. A reluctance for the truth to come out causes lies upon lies to be told…
Come From Away – Civic Theatre
How do you humorously portray the horrific? Add a touch of human. Irene Sankoff and David Hein’s hit musical Come From Away brought to you by Civic Theatre Newcastle, tells the story of a small town called Gander during the week after the 9/11 bombings. From this dark context, the play blossom into exploring what it is to be human in the face of tragedy. Through themes of love, loss, compassion, and exhaustion, the play examines what it means to be human when faced with the unimaginable. The text of this play is a combination of script, lyrics and verbatim,…
The Elvis Big Band Tribute Show
The Elvis Big Band Tribute Show is touring Melbourne and regional Victoria, so for all of you Elvis-loving fans out there, head out and enjoy a night of mu…
Daddy Long Legs – Long Applause
What a show! It’s a little bit like a fantastic audio-book with songs and an incredible two person cast having us all holding on for the ending we hope to …
MARVELous The Show
If you’re a Marvel fan, you’ll want to get to the National Theatre in St Kilda this week.
MARVELous has hit Melbourne for one week only.
But you don’…
Your Name Means Dream
Wow. I am going to put this front and centre: if you love seeing high-quality acting and theatre, go and see ‘Your Name Means Dream’ at Red Stitch Actors T…
Hard Truths: British Film Festival
Set among the lush gilded halls of the Palace Cinemas in Como begins this year’s British Film Festival here in Melbourne for 2024! Upon arrival, I was guid…
Falling into Place: British Film Festival
Set against the stark backdrop of a bleak Scottish winter, “Falling into Place” invites viewers into a world where two lost souls briefly collide in a bar,…
Sweet Charity – Closing Days
Firstly, ‘Sweet Charity’ is a musical with music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Dorothy Fields and book by Neil Simon. It was directed and choreographed for Broa…
Film Review: Weekend In Taipei
From the visionary creator of The Fifth Element, Luc Besson, comes the exhilarating action film Weekend in Taipei.
You don’t have to wait for long befor…
The FUTURE is disappointing
The theatre collective PIGEONPIGEON showcased their play ‘FUTURE’ in the Melbourne Fringe Festival 2024. The original concept of taking different predictio…
Jack And Millie
So, a story about cancer. A topic and illness infamously known as a big damper on pretty much everything. How does one convey a story with a sense of posit…
Maybe He’s Born With It Maybe It’s ADHD
Do you need an emotional rollercoaster of a show that will make you laugh, cry and then, upon further thought, inevitably question all of your actions as p…
Global Smash Club: A Full-Throttle Cabaret Spectacle
Exuding colour, light, and all things sublime, Finucane & Smith’s ‘Global Smash Club’ celebrates its 20th anniversary exactly as it came into the world: wi…
Falling into Place: British Film Festival
Set against the stark backdrop of a bleak Scottish winter, “Falling into Place” invites viewers into a world where two lost souls briefly collide in a bar,…
Film Review: Weekend In Taipei
From the visionary creator of The Fifth Element, Luc Besson, comes the exhilarating action film Weekend in Taipei.
You don’t have to wait for long befor…
Commandante: Nice Cinematography
The opening of Comandante felt like a perfume ad for one of the big Italian fashion houses; a Dolce & Gabbana or Prada. A young woman in 1940’s dress, loo…
The Milky Way Film Review
The Milky Way, the creation of multi-talented Israeli director, writer and editor Maya Kenig is a thought-provoking story with a hint of dystopia surroundi…
Diane Warren Relentless: Eccentric Honest and Real
“Diane Warren: Relentless” is a documentary that portrays the making of one of the world’s most successful songwriters. A Golden Globe, Oscar and Grammy wi…
All About the Levkoviches Film Review
All About the Levkoviches is about love, inclusion, and the need to be accepted especially by your family.
It tells the story of a well-meaning but tena…
Fuhrer and Seducer Film Review
‘Fake news’ is a term we are all too familiar with. However, it was not invented by one of the candidates in the current USA elections. Joseph Goebbels, th…
Welcome to Yiddishland: Reviving A Dying Language
Ros Horin’s Welcome to Yiddishland is a charming and lighthearted exploration of modern art and the Yiddish language. We are introduced to a host of chara…
Kiss Me Kate: Presented by The Gilbert and Sullivan Society
The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of WA return for their second major production of 2024; straying from the traditional G&S their name suggests, presenting …
Kid Sister Film Review
Kid Sister: What a masterfully funny and refreshing television series.
Created and written by Simone Nathan, who also brilliantly portrayed the lead ro…
There’s Still Tomorrow Film Review
Let me set the scene for you.
Italy, post WWII. We are being introduced into what one assumes to be another black and white a run of the mill black and…
Poe Dreams of Madness
Decked out with skeletons, skulls and all décor dark and spooky, the moment theatre goers stepped into the Garrick Theatre, they were transported into a go…
Falling into Place: British Film Festival
Set against the stark backdrop of a bleak Scottish winter, “Falling into Place” invites viewers into a world where two lost souls briefly collide in a bar,…
Pymble Players: The 39 Steps
For their final production before they repair to Chatswood, the Pymble Players present The 39 Steps. David Allsop’s directing of Partick Barlow’s 2005 play…
A Serene Soundscape: Noonan & Schaupps Southern Skies Volume 2
On the traditional lands of the Dharug people, The Parramatta Riverside Theatre played host to a celestial journey through the works of Australia’s brighte…
Brolga: A Queer Koori Wonderland
Saturday 26 October saw Bay 17 at Carriageworks Redfern transformed into a psychedelic spectacle, the latest incarnation of multidisciplinary artist and Wi…
The Butterfly Who Flew Into The Rave
‘The Butterfly Who Flew Into The Rave’ is a dance and movement work that pulses with all the varied energy of an hours-long dance floor. Created in Aucklan…
Film Review: Weekend In Taipei
From the visionary creator of The Fifth Element, Luc Besson, comes the exhilarating action film Weekend in Taipei.
You don’t have to wait for long befor…
The Crying Room: Exhumed
As we walk into a space with furniture covered with material, it feels like visiting an old mansion where memories are preserved from the passage of time u…
YENTL
The Kadimah Yiddish Theatre has done something extraordinary with their story of Yentl – now showing at the Playhouse at the Sydney Opera House: they have …
Commandante: Nice Cinematography
The opening of Comandante felt like a perfume ad for one of the big Italian fashion houses; a Dolce & Gabbana or Prada. A young woman in 1940’s dress, loo…
Feared and Revered – The Women of Shakespeare
‘Feared and Revered – the Women of Shakespeare’ at the Genesian Theatre is an amalgamation of several of Shakespeare’s well-known characters, scenes and pl…
The Queens Nanny
‘The Queen’s Nanny’ opened in Wollongong on the 16th of October at the Illawarra Performing Arts Centre. Fresh from their world premiere season at Sydney’s…
The Milky Way Film Review
The Milky Way, the creation of multi-talented Israeli director, writer and editor Maya Kenig is a thought-provoking story with a hint of dystopia surroundi…
