‘Vincent River’ // The Curators
‘Vincent River’ was uncensored. The director’s notes for ‘Vincent River’ say that the play is “very, very real”, which not only is true but underestimates…
Author: Lachlan Driscoll
Lachlan is a Brisbane based producer, director and writer who drinks iced coffee in all weathers. He is the founder and director of Observatory Theatre and is currently studying Drama at the Queensland University of Technology.
Venues are on ‘red alert’ in support of the entertainment industry
Performance venues across Australia have gone red in support of the entertainment industry. Illuminating their exteriors in bright, red lights, venues such as the RNA…
‘A Curious Arcade’ // Imaginary Theatre and Brisbane Festival
‘A Curious Arcade’ was curious. Imaginary Theatre’s latest weird and wonderful project takes the form of seemingly old fashioned contraptions filled with stories that twist…
‘Arc’ // Australasian Dance Collective and Brisbane Festival
‘Arc’ was enthralling. It was a beautiful (if not slightly overcast) afternoon to be outdoors in South Bank and experience Australasian Dance Collective’s world premiere…
‘The Gatsby Experience’ // Footlights Theatrical
‘The Gatsby Experience’ was glamorous. Scott Fitzgerald’s grim and glitzy expose on the American dream ‘The Great Gatsby’ sparkles to life in a unique staging…
‘Broadway to Pavarotti’ // Vavachi Entertainment
‘Broadway to Pavarotti’ was powerful. Soaring vocals and charming comedy combined for a perfect morning at the Redcliffe Entertainment Centre with the 2020 Anniversary Tour…
‘Shady Business’ // Act 1 Theatre
‘Shady Business’ was wild. Robin Hawdon’s comedy of mistaken identities, mobster men and numerous love triangles ‘Shady Business’ is a blissfully chaotic play where everything…
UQ’s Schonell Theatre won’t be saved by Heritage bid
The University of Queensland’s Schonell Theatre is likely to be demolished after an unsuccessful attempt to save the historic venue. The theatre, which is part…
‘Fake News / Dumb Views’ // Backbone Youth Arts
‘Fake News, Dumb Views’ was exposing. A beloved venue for growing and emerging artists, Backbone Youth Arts in East Brisbane is no stranger to quirky…
The Secret is out – Anthony Warlow returns to stage
Following the success of the 25th Anniversary Concert of ‘Jekyll and Hyde’, well-loved Australian opera and theatre legend Anthony Warlow will return to Australian stages…