Review Archive
Maryanne Cathro has 35 years experience as a part and full time theatre practitioner. While directing and costuming have both featured heavily in that time, she is currently more likely to be seen on stage, Emceeing and performing in cabaret.
Her writing chops include a BA in English Language and Linguistics, contributing to several national magazines, and a Plain English Award from 2008.
However and most importantly, Maryanne is an avid theatre-goer ever since she stood in the aisle of the Opera House at age four transfixed by Jack and the Beanstalk. These days she tries to stay seated, but often chooses the aisle seat; just in case.
Welcome to the review archive.
Theatre and dance reviews since 2006.
LIFE AND RHYMES OF BILLY MCGRATH
Wellington
01/03/2015 - 01/03/2015
"Enjoyable music and stories..
THE UNDERARM
Gisborne, Nelson, Wellington, Dunedin, New Plymouth, Napier
28/10/2014 - 29/11/2014
"Very funny and thought-provoking..
"A ball-busting comedic night out for everyone..
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SAM SMITH and ROBBIE ELLIS in AUGMENTED FOURTH
Wellington, Auckland
06/05/2014 - 17/05/2014
"Totally worth it for the music alone..
"Versatile talents need an outside eye to modulate the relentless pace..
JEREMY ELWOOD LIVE ‘CAUSE IF IT’S NOT LIVE, IT’S DEAD
Auckland, Wellington
25/04/2014 - 17/05/2014
"A good, raucous laugh..
"Delightfully insightful and full of wit..
SURI Vs SHILOH
Wellington, Christchurch, Auckland
24/02/2014 - 14/02/2015
"Too Cruisey..
"Just an excuse to giggle at frivolous celebrities..
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Cabaret Royale
Wellington
13/02/2014 - 15/02/2014
"A fruit bowl of fabulousness..
Meatatarian Yogi – A Hypocrite’s Guide to Happiness
Wellington
13/02/2014 - 22/02/2014
"Warm, razor-sharp wit..
VINYL BURNS VARIETY HOUR
Wellington
11/02/2014 - 15/02/2014
"A multi-talented performer..
4 TESTS AND 1 DOOD
Wellington
07/02/2014 - 11/02/2014
"Two Doods and Two Tests..
AN UNSEASONABLE FALL OF SNOW
Wellington
23/01/2014 - 04/10/2014
"A haunting union of beautifully judged elements..
"Riveted to an electrifying game of cat and mouse..
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A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Wellington
07/12/2012 - 21/12/2013
"An immensely enjoyable addition to the Christmas preparations..
"Delightful pre-Christmas fare..
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MOTHER GOOSE: The Pantomime
Wellington
16/11/2013 - 11/01/2014
"Panto keeps laughter coming and coming..
"All elements of panto truly honoured..
HUNTING AND GATHERING
Wellington
02/10/2013 - 12/10/2013
"Slick portrait of Gen Ys..
"Brisk, energetic, whimsical and enjoyable..
CABARET L’AMOUR
Wellington
20/09/2013 - 20/09/2013
"Entertaining, colourful, sparkly, ‘tight’..
STUCK IN THE MIDDLE
Wellington
21/09/2013 - 21/09/2013
"The secret to world peace?..
LOVE AND MONEY
Wellington, Auckland
15/11/2012 - 24/08/2013
"Sensuous, ribald, off-beat and great..
"Alignment of theatre and cabaret creates a better future for both..
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ZOMBURLESQUE
Wellington, Dunedin
02/10/2011 - 19/07/2013
"Dark, funny, clever: both offensive and enjoyable..
"A fine show for those with a taste for it..
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THE BREAKFAST CLUB
Wellington
04/06/2013 - 08/06/2013
"Credible ownership of iconic roles..
MICHELE A’COURT in STUFF I FORGOT TO TELL MY DAUGHTER
Invercargill, Havelock North, Auckland, Wellington, Dunedin, Bay of Islands, Nelson
27/04/2013 - 06/04/2017
"Self-deprecating, honest, forth-right, confident, grounded and bloody funny..
"Everyone leaves the theatre with a smile..
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ED CARUTHERS and REUBEN LEE present THE BAD TASTE HOUR
Auckland, Wellington
08/05/2013 - 18/05/2013
"Mission quite tough under the circumstances..
WAYNE BRADY STILL MAKIN' SH*T UP
Auckland, Wellington
05/05/2013 - 07/05/2013
"Yes to the Yes..
JARRED CHRISTMAS in LET’S GO MOFO
Wellington, Auckland
30/04/2013 - 18/05/2013
"An hour of many moods..
