Review Archive
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Theatre and dance reviews since 2006.
SMELLS LIKE XMAS
Wellington
13/12/2016 - 17/12/2016
"Offers whiffs of Christmas’s various, sometimes nefarious, aromas..
THE BETTER BEST POSSIBLE ALBUM PARTY THAT ANYBODY HAS EVER BEEN TWO
Auckland, Wellington
13/09/2016 - 17/12/2016
"Frivolous content grounded in truth makes sophisticated, engaging, beautiful satire..
CHARLEY’S AUNT
Dunedin
08/12/2016 - 17/12/2016
"Cast deliver cross-dressing comedy at cracking pace..
"As perfectly suited to the season as apricot bliss balls..
PANGO/BLACK
Napier, Wellington, Gisborne
10/12/2016 - 24/10/2018
"Striking a primal chord..
"A courageous conversation..
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THE SANTA CLAUS SHOW 2016
Auckland
05/12/2016 - 22/12/2016
"Beautifully told morality tale..
THE OPENING NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS
Auckland
07/12/2016 - 22/12/2016
"Levin la Vida Loca..
"A feel-good festive feast well worth experiencing..
LYSISTRATA
Christchurch
08/12/2016 - 10/12/2016
"Romps along to a delicious climax..
Sau E Siva Company presents Lalelei
Auckland
08/12/2016 - 15/12/2016
"An aesthetic that defies conventional categories..
CHRIST ALMIGHTY!
Dunedin
07/12/2016 - 09/12/2016
"Starts on a high note and ends upbeat and sweaty..
BILLY AND THE CURSE OF THE FALLING LIMBS
Wellington
24/02/2016 - 10/12/2016
"Innocence, eccentricity and downright villainy delivered with confidence and skill..
"Appealing for all ages..
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MANU and WEARING MY MAP - Double Bill
Porirua
02/12/2016 - 03/12/2016
"Strong contrasts in Measina double bill..
FLUX
Christchurch
04/12/2016 - 04/12/2016
"Lithe grace, youthful beauty and fun energy..
Aumaga & Shel We? double bill
Porirua
01/12/2016 - 03/12/2016
"Male energy to the max, humour to the fore..
CYNTHIA FORTITUDE’S FAREWELL – her second
Auckland, Whangarei
24/11/2016 - 11/12/2016
"Ms Moulder should be a household name..
TALOFA PAPA
Porirua, Wellington, Hamilton
03/12/2016 - 02/03/2024
"Connection made despite separation and absence..
"Generous inclusiveness..
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MUSIQUE ROMANTIQUE
Wellington
29/11/2016 - 03/12/2016
"An evening of romance and fine music..
"Skilful, spirited and heartfelt..
PURPLE ONION
Porirua
01/12/2016 - 03/12/2016
"Delightful delineation, music and dance..
THIRSTY
Porirua, Wellington, Auckland
09/08/2016 - 02/09/2017
"Leaves this reviewer thirsty too..
"Impressive vocal and physical command..
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WINE LIPS
Wellington, Global
30/11/2016 - 31/05/2020
"Edgy, funny, insightful, fascinating and ultimately touching..
"Cheeky start, complex potency, satisfying aftertaste..
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Christchurch
30/11/2016 - 17/12/2016
"A fabulous festive way to entertain friends and family..
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