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BITTERSWEET: Bec Moore’s Bittersweet establishes an eerie, unsettling atmosphere right from the start, utilising an almost bare stage featuring a giant lone tree with white lace foliage, atmospheric lighting, and effective sound design. An underlying sense that something is not quite right draws you into a compelling mystery, heightened by clever staging and sharply delivered…
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Having followed Elysian Creative since their first performance of The Underground in 2020, expectations were already high heading into The Rosemount for their latest endeavour. Creative director and choreographer Rafaela Lico outdid herself once again with The Sauce, pivoting from the Latin-inspired telenovela drama of their signature series to deliver a high-octane heels showcase that…
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Sitting in on West Australian Opera’s general rehearsal for Eugene Onegin gave an impressive first look at Tchaikovsky’s tragic masterpiece ahead of opening night. While a final rehearsal comes with the understanding that small details are still being fine-tuned, and a few minor lighting cues and staging moments were still being ironed out, the overall…
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Having previously experienced Rock of Ages both on stage and backstage, taking a seat in the audience for the first time offered a completely new perspective on the show and it turns out there were a few scenes I didn’t even know existed! While jukebox musicals can often feel clunky, Rock of Ages stands out…
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His Majesty’s Theatre was host to a wonderful evening of storytelling and musical satire, showing that Baroque compositions can be just as witty, theatrical, and absurd as modern comedy. As someone not particularly familiar with the style (and with this being the first Baroque concert I have attended) it was a fantastic introduction to the…
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Opening night of Stirling Players’ Bye Bye Birdie delivered an entertaining evening of theatrical fun. The production is driven by a wonderful blend of fresh-faced, promising young talent and seasoned community theatre veterans whose vibrant energy carried the show, even while navigating some noticeable musical hurdles along the way. A particularly beautiful highlight of the…
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The energy in the room was undeniably high for Art In Motion’s closing night of Spring Awakening, highlighting both the enduring relevance of the text and the unique challenges of staging it. The set design was effective, providing a smart, practical layout that allowed for quick, fluid scene changes. Although the stage was small, the…