Reviews

‘Avenue Q’ was playful.

Have you ever felt strung out? Have you ever felt like you were not in control or wished someone would just give you a hand? You’re not alone, these are the themes that permeate Beenleigh Theatre Group’s ‘Avenue Q’.

‘Revolt. She Said. Revolt Again.’ was uncomfortable.

With direction by Hannah Barr, Revolt. She Said. Revolt Again. was abrupt and graphic. A difficult script to stage, this production was courageous in its attempt to spread Birch’s message.

‘Perfect World’ was irreverent.

At times, the state of the world can feel like a satire that is writing itself. Theatreroo parodies these political and social farces and takes us on a journey back to September 11, and its ensuing political turmoil.

‘Venus in Fur’ was captivating.

‘Venus in Fur’ is a must-see production for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of power dynamics, in discovering impressive new talent, and also anyone keen to have a great night out at the theatre.

‘Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons’ was tender.

How would you communicate if you could only say 140 words in a day? ‘Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons’ imagines a world where we’re forced to say less and, therefore, pay more attention to what we say…

‘ROAR’ was a knockout.

After a captivating debut at last year’s Melbourne International Comedy Festival, comedienne Lisa Sharpe is back for Round 2 with ‘ROAR’. Progressing from self-referential storytelling to a highlight reel of her dearest and dearest, Sharpe’s comedic evolution attests that she is nowhere near the ropes yet.

‘The Briefing’ was (#fake) newsworthy.

The old saying goes, ‘comedy is subjective’. What one person finds hilarious; another may barely crack a smile. However, comedy also has the ability to transcend time, people, and places.

‘I Love You, Bro’ is chilling.

From one shocking lie, adorned identity or unbelievable turn of events to the next, the production’s pace, energy and unnerving intimacy keep the audience on the edge of their seats.

‘The Adventures of Peter Rabbit’ was impressive.

Tucked away in Seven Hills, the Ron Hurley Theatre came alive this week with Small Crown Productions’ school holiday performances of The Adventures of Peter Rabbit.

‘Drizzle Boy’ was refreshing.

With such an important and honest exploration of how a neurodivergent person can experience the world, hope remains that Enniss’ story will continue on for new audiences in new productions.