Category: Musical Theatre
Review: Grease Is Still The One That I Want
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Grease is a high-octane rollercoaster and a staple of any musical theatre company. Hornsby Musical Society’s production of this renowned classic retains all that we love about it, whilst infusing it with young, up-and-coming performers who breathe new life into the fifty-plus-year-old story. Before John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John stole our…
Review: Beauty and the Beast Enchants Adelaide For The First Time
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For the first time ever, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast the Musical has premiered in Adelaide. And what a treat it is to be a guest at a show like this! There’s truly nothing like the magic of a Disney production. Settling here in Adelaide for an almost two-month run, Beauty and the Beast can only…
Review: Melbourne Welcomes Hadestown with a Thunderous Heartbeat
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Melbourne welcomes Hadestown with a thunderous heartbeat, heralding the arrival of a theatrical tour de force where ancient Greek myth meets modern soul. Amid the dazzle of a red carpet opening, the city pulses with the music of Orpheus and Eurydice; melodies that rise, fall, and linger like a whispered promise. This…
Review: Little Women The Musical Sings Of Sisterhood And Strength
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Louisa May Alcott’s timeless novel Little Women is a beloved cornerstone of classic literature, often celebrated for its progressive themes and enduring portrayal of strong, complex women. Over the years, it has inspired countless adaptations, each exploring the story’s emotional depth and themes of gender, identity and independence. In Adelaide,…
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: Les Misérables A Revolution Reimagined In Spectacular Scale
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Les Misérables, the global musical phenomenon, has arrived in Sydney in truly epic fashion as part of its 40th anniversary Arena Spectacular World Tour. Opening night at ICC Theatre confirmed that even after four decades, this story of justice, redemption and resistance can still stir the soul, especially when delivered…
Review: Lord Of The Rings: A Musical Tale Melbourne
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The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale has arrived in Melbourne and there is exceptional magic in absolutely every moment of this outstanding production. The incredibly talented team, both those behind the scenes and on stage bring to life a most wondrous adventure. Every emotion is executed with drive…
Review: Perth Raises Its Voice For The Joyful Sister Act
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On Wednesday night, Perth’s Crown Theatre said its prayers and renounced its hedonist ways for the opening night of Sister Act the Musical. While Whoopi Goldberg made the singing nun iconic in the 1992 film, the stage version features all-new original music and a fresh take on the story. This…
Review: Into The Woods Dives Deep And Delivers Big
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Elder Conservatorium Music Theatre’s Graduating Class of 2025 presents Into the Woods, a wonderful interpretation of the Stephen Sondheim classic, directed by Miranda Middleton. The audience is immediately transported to suburban Australian life. The stage has a carnival-like atmosphere, with colourful bunting, poles, ladders, and the iconic Hills Hoist-style clothesline.…
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: Freaky Friday Finds The Funny In Family Life
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You, like me, may be surprised to learn that the 2003 Disney Channel film starring Jamie-Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan is, in fact, not the original iteration of Freaky Friday. Upon reading the program for WAAPA’s production of the musical by the third year Music Theatre students, I discovered that there…
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Review: The Wizard Of Oz Reminds Us There’s No Place Like The Theatre
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There really is something special about The Wizard of Oz. The golden age musical has captured hearts for generations, and it’s as popular as ever. With last year’s release of Wicked the movie and Wicked: For Good arriving this year, Dorothy’s story continues to shine. Now, North Shore Theatre Company…
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Review: Bloom A Bold Tribute To Hope In Hard Times
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From the fertile imagination of Working Dog founder Tom Gleisner and composer Katie Weston, Bloom arrives in Sydney following a very successful extended season for Melbourne Theatre Company. Set in a nursing home built in the 1950s or 60s, replete with worn timber handrails, varnished ply doors, and a sickly blue-green colour…
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Review: Annie Proves Golden Age Of Musicals Is Here
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The internet has been abuzz over the latest revival of Annie after sneak peeks of the show-stopping ‘Easy Street’ were shared online. (The Scoop’s clip has just hit a quarter of a million views). Fans around the world have been losing their minds at the sheer talent on display, with…
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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: Praise Be Adelaide! Sister Act The Musical Has Arrived
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Praise Be Adelaide! The Sisters have arrived in the City of Churches. The brand new musical comedy Sister Act The Musical is here and it’s a heavenly hit! Following the plot of the original film, Sister Act The Musical has been reimagined for the 21st century stage. Produced by John…
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Review: Lord of the Rings A Musical Tale Perth
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The 80+ year legacy of J.R.R. Tolkien’s novels still persist, evidenced by The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale, bringing the epic fantasy to the Crown Theatre in Perth. Frodo Baggins, an orphan hobbit from the tranquil paradise of The Shire, is bequeathed the One Ring, an object imbued…
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Review: The Little Mermaid Makes A Big Splash
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Before you judge someone, walk a mile in their shoes. This expression of empathy is at the heart of the timeless tale of Disney’s The Little Mermaid. Ariel trades her talented voice, a gift from her mother, for the opportunity to become a human and become ‘part of their world.’…
Review: Jesus Christ Superstar Will Surprise You
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The 50th anniversary version of Jesus Christ Superstar, originally directed by Timothy Sheader for Regent’s Park Open Air Theatres, has arrived at Melbourne’s Princess Theatre. Get ready for this highly dynamic and electrifying production to surprise you! As a massive fan of Jesus Christ Superstar, I was delighted to learn that…
