Review Archive
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Theatre and dance reviews since 2006.
Eli Matthewson – Gutterball
Wellington
24/05/2023 - 27/05/2023
"Individual threads finally wrapped together in a fast-paced show that never loses its momentum..
Clarissa Chandrahasen – Flawless
Wellington
23/05/2023 - 27/05/2023
"A lightness of touch and excellent timing compel our smiles and laughter..
SKYDUCK: A CHINESE SPY COMEDY
Auckland, Wellington
14/03/2023 - 27/05/2023
"A consummate comedian with an unashamedly unique performance brings pure joy..
"A fun chance to watch a talented performer challenge himself to hit every mark at top speed..
Johanna Cosgrove – Hi, Delusion!
Wellington
23/05/2023 - 27/05/2023
"Comedy of truth about delusion deserves a long life..
Tim Batt – Is Climate Change Funny Yet?
Wellington
23/05/2023 - 27/05/2023
"Is it a comedy show with jokes about climate change or a climate change rant with jokes included?..
Deacon the Vampire Live! – One Hundred And Ninety Years Of Bullshit
Wellington
23/05/2023 - 27/05/2023
"Fangs for the memories: a deeply funny, horny, murdery, bloody good time..
Barnie Duncan – Just Jolks
Wellington
23/05/2023 - 27/05/2023
"Enough said. You have to be there...
Samantha Hannah – Female Lady Women Comedians
Wellington
23/05/2023 - 18/05/2024
"Not just for female lady women comedians..
"A warm hug of distinct but recognisable personalities..
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Neil Thornton HOT MESS ON WHEELS
Wellington
23/05/2023 - 27/05/2023
"A true gift to the queer community and all lovers of pop culture..
Romeo and Juliet 2023
Wellington, Auckland, Dunedin, Christchurch, Palmerston North
04/05/2023 - 03/06/2023
"A gripping romantic tale...
"Devote attention to the company’s past as well as to its future...
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Loud & Queer
Wellington
20/05/2023 - 20/05/2023
"A stunning night: a wonderfully varied range of performances..
As You Like It
Dunedin
18/05/2023 - 27/05/2023
"AS YOU LIKE IT ..
"Skilful integration of musical elements enhances the emotional depth and comedic moments, eliciting laughter, introspection and appreciation..
Maria Williams – ADHD... The Musical?!
Wellington
16/05/2023 - 20/05/2023
"Grounded in a fervid, colourful and cartoonish vibe strongly reminiscent of after school TV and a vertiginous and cringey nostalgia..
Guy Montgomery – My Brain Is Blowing Me Crazy
Wellington
17/05/2023 - 20/05/2023
"Very specific clever delivery and fantastic rapport with our audience..
Grace Jarvis – This Is The Last Goldfish That I Am Going To Eat For You
Wellington
16/05/2023 - 20/05/2023
"Fascinating reflections on life, politics, childhood obsessions; the dysfunction and stickiness that comes with being a person..
Hoani Hotene, Danny Sewell & Booth The Clown – Really Good Normal Show
Wellington
17/05/2023 - 20/05/2023
"You’ll leave feeling really good, if a little less normal..
Sax Appeal
Auckland
17/05/2023 - 20/05/2023
"A funny, surprising, direct and outrageous tonic for a tough week..
James Nokise – Right About Now
Wellington
16/05/2023 - 20/05/2023
"A superb show that uses comedy to explore a timeless human flaw and bring it home to now..
Brynley Stent – Frigid
Wellington
16/05/2023 - 20/05/2023
"True or not, frigid or not, we laugh, enjoy and relate ..
James Mustapic – Into the Multi-Media-Verse
Wellington
16/05/2023 - 20/05/2023
"Masterful comedy plus fascinating alter egos..
Nick Rado – Radology
Wellington
16/05/2023 - 20/05/2023
"Heritage, health and generational humour plus ‘the perfect joke’..
The Big HOO-HAA! Pōneke (Hearts vs Bones)
Wellington
13/05/2023 - 20/05/2023
"Zings with improvisational talent and is deeply, deeply funny..