Review Archive
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Theatre and dance reviews since 2006.
Party with the Aunties
Dunedin, Nelson, , Feilding, Wellington, New Plymouth, Paekākāriki, Christchurch
09/04/2011 - 14/11/2019
"The classic Kiwi shindig, theatricalised..
"A fabulous night that leaves you feeling joyful..
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MR RED LIGHT
Wellington, Blenheim, Dunedin, Nelson
15/10/2019 - 08/03/2020
"Bursting with magical, theatrical moments..
"Absurdist drama peppered with laughs, gasps and ‘wtf?/omg!’ moments..
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OPHELIA THINKS HARDER
Dunedin
12/09/2019 - 21/09/2019
"Subversion of Hamlet an amusing ride..
"A witty, daring mistresspiece..
A DOLL'S HOUSE
Dunedin, Nelson, Hamilton, Wellington
05/08/2017 - 14/09/2019
"Architecture of Happiness..
"A stunning contemporary interpretation..
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A HUNDRED WORDS FOR SNOW
Wellington, Dunedin
05/09/2019 - 05/03/2022
"The most enriching experience so far..
"Astonishing tale impressively told..
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THE CLOUDS or The lowest form of Higher Education
Dunedin
01/08/2019 - 10/08/2019
"Education satirised..
"Paradoxically confusion and chaos make for scintillating theatre..
ME AND MY SISTER TELL EACH OTHER EVERYTHING
Dunedin
26/07/2019 - 03/08/2019
"Sisters’ story achieves good depth..
"Lively, engrossing, challenging..
HAMLET
New Plymouth, Nelson, Napier, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Dunedin
25/06/2019 - 08/09/2019
"Slick production plays at a cracking pace..
"Triumphant revelling in challenges..
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WINGS and WOMEN LIKE US
Dunedin
15/06/2019 - 22/06/2019
"Belly-laughs abound..
"Double act offers feminist perspectives of NZ life..
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RICHARD II
Dunedin
30/05/2019 - 08/06/2019
"Impressive performances in Shakespeare adaptation..
"A magnificent lesson for modern leaders..
Katie Boyle in THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR
Nelson, Dunedin, New Plymouth, Palmerston North, Wellington
04/04/2019 - 21/09/2019
"Played with engaging charm and extraordinary equanimity..
"A mammoth effort and a resounding success..
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LAVVIES
Dunedin
22/03/2019 - 30/03/2019
"Vanity antics fair game for comedy..
"Laugh till you cry..
WATCHING PAINT DRY
Hamilton, Dunedin, Wellington
26/10/2017 - 27/09/2108
"Physically interesting, metaphysically flightless..
"Proverbial pastime by no means boring..
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JANE DOE
Auckland, Dunedin, Nelson, Napier, Wellington, Invercargill
06/06/2017 - 02/05/2019
"Important conversations incredibly thoughtfully crafted..
"Extremely engaging and constructive..
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Attila the Hun
Dunedin
19/09/2018 - 22/09/2018
"'Caustic satire' a hilarious success..
"A razor sharp commentary on the pressures of modern life..
Homecoming
Dunedin
06/09/2018 - 07/09/2018
"Professionalism, focus ensure powerful impact..
"“history is not so long ago”..
Finding Murdoch
Dunedin
26/04/2018 - 05/05/2018
"Murdoch’s story conveys strong themes..
"Compelling exploration of celebrity, privacy and the impact of curiosity..
TRÖLL
Christchurch, Wellington, Dunedin
03/04/2018 - 15/04/2018
"Both funny and scary..
"A fantasy that stirs something deep..
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AN ILIAD
Hamilton, Dunedin
07/04/2018 - 19/02/2020
"Searingly, unforgettably relevant..
"Anti-war play memorable..
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Wyrd Sisters
Dunedin
22/02/2018 - 03/03/2018
"Pratchett tale appealing theatre..
"Pacey chaos absorbing..
THE LADYKILLERS
Dunedin
07/12/2017 - 16/12/2017
"Comedy great seasonal fun..
"More hectic pace needed..
HUDSON & HALLS LIVE!
Auckland, Wellington, Kerikeri, Wanaka, New Plymouth, Christchurch, Dunedin
05/11/2015 - 16/12/2017
"Comedy great Christmas fare..
"Utterly captivating..
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ONE PERFECT MOMENT
Dunedin
21/10/2017 - 11/11/2017
"Mother-daughter relationship resolved in trip across globe..
"Forever and fleeting relationships inspire both laughter and groans..
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