Latest Reviews

Review – Hans: Like a German

Hans the German took to the stage in typical flamboyant style – overtly loud and donned in a revealing sequinned bodysuit. This was only the beginning of many risqué costume changes and dance moves that would be performed in front of a packed Spiegeltent that night.

Review – A Gaggle of Saints

Chelsea Evans and Eddie Morrison deliver remarkable performances, clearly exhibiting every emotional nuance and change of beat. Not a second is wasted, and director Lisa White and assistant director Hannah Bennett should be praised for their innovative and breathtaking use of the confined space available.

Review – Red Bastard

I reserve the highest props for comedy which looks to be personal, daring, sophisticated and original all at once. Of the few shows at this Fringe that tick all those boxes, Red Bastard has to be one of the most obnoxious and crass entries in the category.

Review – A Nightmare On Love Street

Add to this a Freddie Krueger rap from a Nightmare on Elm Street, featuring dubious sexual references “not in the backdoor” and you have a vastly inappropriate and often hilarious show. The show is not perfect, but the delivery is and Christine and Phelan excel.

Review – Baby et lulu [Australia]

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHLr0fxreMU]    Languid French sounds delivered by Australian franco-phoneys Baby et Lulu. The group is a talented band led by the sultry songstresses Abby Dobson and Lara Goodridge, who not only sing in French,...