Category: Brisbane
Review: Carrie The Musical Strikes Back And It’s Killer
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Carrie: The Musical finds chilling new relevance in this powerful co-production presented by the Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre and QPAC. Carrie was Stephen King’s first published novel, released in 1974. King famously threw the first few draft pages of the story in the bin. It was his…
Review: Love You Hate You Drive You Wild
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Love You, Hate You, Drive You Wild by Bianca Butler Reynolds is a brilliant black comedy that delivers a truthful depiction of mental health. Both thought-provoking and heartwarming, it is presented by Minola Theatre and PIP Theatre and directed by Kat Dekker. Stepping into the unassuming and eclectic PIP Theatre foyer…
Review: Dictionary Of Lost Words Speaks Volumes In Every Tongue
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The Dictionary of Lost Words makes its highly anticipated Queensland premiere as part of its 2025 national tour. Presented by Sydney Theatre Company, State Theatre Company South Australia and QPAC, this production has been met with just as much enthusiasm as its original 2023/24 seasons. Under the expert direction of…
Review: Stranger Sings Hits All The Right Notes
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Millennial Productions presents the Queensland premiere of Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical, where the Upside Down meets musical theatre in a gloriously goofy mash-up. Mike, Eleven, Lucas, Dustin, and the whole Hawkins gang are back, this time in a show that lovingly spoofs the ‘80s-set sci-fi hit, complete with jazz…
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Review: Seussical Bursts To Life In A Colourful Spectacular
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Stage School Australia’s Seussical is a joyful, high-energy celebration of imagination. Performed at the Draney Theatre with a talented young cast, this 75-minute musical brings all your favourite Dr. Seuss characters to life with flair, fun, and plenty of heart. Directed by Robert Coates, the show begins in a delightfully…
Review: Cirque Alice Is The Perfect Easter Treat
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What do you get when you mix an operatic Alice, a Mad Hatter magician, and a White Rabbit who shreds the violin? You get Cirque Alice, a bold new spectacle from The Illusionists creators Tim Lawson and Simon Painter. This two-hour extravaganza reimagines Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland as a wonder-filled,…
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Review: Relic Races Towards New Ground For Australasian Dance Collective
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After a slight date shift, courtesy of Cyclone Alfred, Australasian Dance Collective enjoyed its short, three-performance season of Relic over the weekend. Conceived and directed by Jack Lister, also the Associate Artistic Director of ADC, Relic is the first work to kick off ADC’s 40th anniversary year. Australasian Dance Collective’s…
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Review: Queensland Theatre’s Calamity Jane Is A Rip Roaring Hit
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Queensland Theatre’s got a real rip-roarin’ hit on its hands with Calamity Jane! This show’s got heart, humour, and a whole lot of yeehaw, thanks to an all-star cast. Led by the dynamite Naomi Price, the gang brings the house down with top-notch performances. Richard Carroll’s sharp direction keeps things…
Review: Romeo & Juliet A Beautiful Revival of a Beloved Classic
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Queensland Ballet has launched its 65th anniversary year with a revival of Kenneth MacMillan’s great ballet masterpiece, Romeo & Juliet. One of the largest productions Queensland Ballet performs, it’s a treat to see fully realised on QPAC’s Lyric Theatre stage. First commissioned for The Royal Ballet and opening in Covent…
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Review: Come From Away Brings Heart, Hope and Humanity
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Few musicals capture the profound power of human kindness in times of crisis as deeply as Come From Away. Written by Irene Sankoff and David Hein, this Tony Award-winning production tells the incredible true story of how the small town of Gander in Newfoundland became a beacon of compassion after…
Review: Peter and the Starcatcher Brings Magic Back to An Ordinary Life
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A wild ride from start to finish, Peter and the Starcatcher has made its way to Brisbane as the last leg of its Australian tour. Originally developed by Disney Theatrical Group, Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson’s novel was adapted for stage by Rick Elice, finding its way to Broadway and picking up…
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Review: La Boite’s Macbeth Something Wicked This Way Comes
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More than a decade ago, co-Director Courtney Stewart played one of the Witches in Queensland Theatre’s Macbeth, which served as a conduit for La Boite Theatre’s reimagining of Shakespeare’s shortest tragedy. Along with co-Director Lisa Fa’alafi, Stewart’s vision was to bring the wisdom and perspective of the Witches to the…
Review: Blue Stockings A Powerful Fight for Equality
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Jessica Swale’s thought-provoking play Blue Stockings comes to life in an outstanding production presented by the talented students of Company 2025 from the Queensland Conservatorium’s Bachelor of Acting program. Showcasing the students’ exceptional acting abilities, the production highlights the importance of full-time acting training in producing compelling theatrical experiences. Written…
Review: Queensland Theatre’s Pride and Prejudice Proves Love Still Prevails
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You must allow me to tell you how ardently I admire and love Queensland Theatre’s adaptation of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. The production marks the official start to the 2025 Season, which is being billed as an eight-play love affair, or a love letter to its audiences. Opening night…
Review: Singapore Symphony Orchestra’s Romantic Masterpieces
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Singapore Symphony Orchestra made its highly anticipated debut on Sunday afternoon at the QPAC Concert Hall to an almost capacity crowd, presenting the Romantic Masterpieces of Brahms, Tchaikovsky and Koh. The performance was the last stop on a national tour, which saw the orchestra perform at Sydney Opera House and…
Review: Sister Act the Musical is Fabulous, Baby
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Sister Act the Musical premiered in Australia last year and continues to bring rainbow coloured joy to audiences around the country. The Brisbane opening night crowd were enthusiastic and full of love for the musical’s leads including Casey Donovan in her first starring role. She is joined by theatre veterans…
Review: Hudsons Circus Might Just Be The Greatest Show on Earth
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Hudsons Circus is one of the best live performances I’ve ever seen. It had everything: death-defying, nausea-inducing tightrope acts, seemingly impossible motorbike stunts, an endless parade of animals, and a classic circus clown. Hudsons Circus is currently on tour in Queensland and is billed as a traditional circus with a…
Review: Ballet Theatre Queensland’s New Snow White is Pure Magic
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Ballet Theatre Queensland’s highly anticipated world premiere production of Snow White opened Thursday to an enthusiastic yet spellbound audience. Snow White is BTQ’s largest production to date, and is a brand new work featuring an original score by Lucas D. Lynch and all new choreography by Clare Morehen. Together the…
Review: The Sleeping Beauty A Special Treat for Young Audiences
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The Australian Ballet’s Storytime Ballet is on tour around the country and presents The Sleeping Beauty, a timeless tale beautifully designed in an interactive format for children ages 3 and up. Brisbane marks the final stop on the national tour which has enchanted young audiences in Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne, and…
Review: Grease the Musical, It’s Big, It’s Electrifying
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Grease is the word! Stepping back in time has never been more fun, and on Thursday night, a packed Lyric Theatre welcomed Grease the Musical to Brisbane. The gang at Rydell High brought the house down with their infectious energy, retro costumes and unforgettable songs. Brisbane audiences have patiently waited…
