Sydney live reviews
An imaginary world that is a delight for fans of Japanese playfulness
Our critics deliver their verdict on the latest shows around town.
- by Chantal Nguyen and Harriet Cunningham
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A wildly entertaining play to get you excited about Australian theatre again
Our critics deliver their verdict on the latest shows around town.
- by John Shand, Michael Ruffles and Shamim Razavi
★★★★½
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Torture, murder, lust and lies: Don’t miss this thrilling Tosca
Puccini’s masterpiece becomes a gripping, visually captivating game of cat-and-mouse in this new production.
- by Chantal Nguyen
★★★★½
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This whip-smart satire puts a bomb under faux feminists
Our critics take a look at the latest shows around town.
- by Peter McCallum, Joyce Morgan, John Shand, Michael Bailey and Kate Prendergast
★★★★
What’s on
Actor, rapper, activist, comedian: This artist has got the lot
Our reviewers give their verdict on the latest shows around town, including Yasiin Bey’s two Vivid gigs and the STC’s Stolen.
- by John Shand and James Jennings
★★★★
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Cameraman and a random seagull are the stars of this love letter to the Opera House
Our critics look over the latest performances around town, including Romeo & Juliet Suite and Marlon Williams.
- by Chantal Nguyen, Bernard Zuel and Peter McCallum
★★★★
What’s on
Newtown to Nashville: The Whitlams’ Tim Freedman takes a surprise detour
Our critics review the latest shows around town.
- by John Shand, Shamim Razavi, Peter McCallum and Michael Bailey
★★★★★
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An unmissable world-class showcase: These dancers strut the stage like demi-gods
Our critics deliver their verdicts on the latest shows around town.
- by Katie Lawrence, John Shand, Shamim Razavi, Angus Thomson, Michael Ruffles and Joyce Morgan
★★★★★
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Overwhelming, mesmerising: This is one of the best hours of Aussie comedy you’ll see
Lou Wall pulls off a high-wire act with stunning aplomb.
- by Daniel Herborn, Peter McCallum and James Jennings
★★★★½
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The rare sound of perfection: Don’t miss this Mahler performance
Our reviewers run a critical eye over the latest shows around town.
- by Peter McCallum, Daniel Herborn and Bernard Zuel
★★★★
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Macklemore brings Gaza protest song to Sydney
Our critics give their take on the latest shows around town.
- by Daniel Herborn, Bernard Zuel, John Shand and Millie Muroi