‘Silver Lining’ // Centenary Theatre Group
‘Silver Lining’ was sweet. Set in a retirement home in Kent, ‘Silver Lining’ written by Sandi Toskvig and staged by Centenary Theatre Group, takes place…
Author: Bradley Chapman
Bradley is one of Australia's leading Drama educators. His prolific work regarding the impact of theatre on the welfare and academic outcomes of teenage boys has inspired Drama teachers across the country who have described Brad's work as 'changing the face of Drama and Theatre education nationally'.
‘The Penelopiad’ // Javeenbah Theatre
‘The Penelopiad’ was transformative. What possible relevance can the oldest extant work of western literature, Homer’s ‘Iliad’, and it’s sequel, ‘Odyssey’, have in 2019? Well,…
‘Blood Brothers’ // Javeenbah Theatre Company
‘Blood Brothers’ was Brecht-acular. It is odd to think of ‘Blood Brothers’ as the third longest-running musical in West End’s history (having played for over…
‘Jane and Kel Go the Hell’ // Share House Theatre Company
‘Jane and Kel Go to Hell’ was lit. There are only a few experiences quite like the stomach-twisting moment that occurs when, a few moments…
‘Heroes’ // Centenary Theatre Group
‘Heroes’ is Merveilleux. Visiting Centenary Theatre Group is an intimate experience. The welcoming and warm atmosphere is worth noting as the spirit of such intimacy…
‘Wild Parties & Broken Dreams’ // InsideOutside Theatre Company
‘Wild Parties & Broken Dreams’ was atmospheric. The Spring Hill Reservoir is an interesting performance space. It’s subterranean location and unique architecture create an instant…
‘The Things I Could Never Tell Steven’ // Moreton Bay Theatre Company
‘The Things I Could Never Tell Steven’ was raw. Director Matthew Bapty understands that the best musicals do not engage us through bells and whistles,…