Review Archive
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Theatre and dance reviews since 2006.
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..
Melanie Bracewell – Forget Me Not
Wellington
13/05/2023 - 13/05/2023
"Presented with a delightful ease that belies the exquisite crafting of her thematically aligned comedic commentary..
THE COOL MUM: Jo Ghastly’s Guide to Parenting
Christchurch, Nelson, Wellington
03/07/2020 - 13/05/2023
"Provokes whoops of recognition, groans of sympathy and the buzz of knowing more about the teen..
"A real eye opener..
Pirates!
Lower Hutt, Raumati, Palmerston North, Wellington, Upper Hutt
12/05/2023 - 21/05/2023
"Spiffingly good fun, genuinely rollicking, tuneful and a super intelligent update..
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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Ray Shipley – Fifty Shades of Ray
Wellington
09/05/2023 - 13/05/2023
"A glowing example of how comedy is about how you tell a story..
Sanjay Parbhu – Dope-Amine
Wellington
10/05/2023 - 12/05/2023
"Clever premise and good stories could deliver more on the promise..
Appropriate
Christchurch
06/05/2023 - 03/06/2023
"A provocative dark comedy about the meaning of inheritance..
"Consistent excellence of the acting ensures it never outstays its welcome or overreaches its thought-provoking content..
Kura Forrester – Here If You Need
Wellington
09/05/2023 - 13/05/2023
"Outrageous hilarity and a touch of poignance bring meaning to the cryptic title..
Abby Howells – La Soupco
Wellington, Hamilton
09/03/2023 - 25/02/2024
"Full of originality, disarming honesty and fanciful narrative..
"A lively and insightful ride, bouncing between two states of being..
Sri Nair – Upside Down
Wellington
09/05/2023 - 13/05/2023
"Comedy gold from experiences as an immigrant, parental dismay and therapy sessions..
Tom Sainsbury – Gone Bananas
Wellington
09/05/2023 - 13/05/2023
"Charming realism and warm-hearted humour..
Gabby Anderson – Bad(ish) Teacher
Wellington, Auckland
09/05/2023 - 27/05/2023
"Friendly, engaging, genuine and enthusiastically here for a good time..
"Verbal dexterity is a hallmark of her delivery, as are pause, pace and audience participation..
Wellington Preview Show
Wellington
09/05/2023 - 09/05/2023
"A spectacular night of comedy that leaves one wanting more..
Witi's Wāhine
Auckland, Wellington
02/05/2023 - 02/03/2024
"Rich and full of mātauranga Māori, this production screams quality!..
"Memorably vivid in its retelling; stokes the flame of cultural representation and resonance..
KŌPŪ
Auckland
05/05/2023 - 12/05/2023
"A selection of thoughtful, funny, seamlessly woven and heart-grabbing vignettes..
Best Foods Comedy Gala 2023
Wellington
06/05/2023 - 06/05/2023
"“Please do get along to as many of the longer shows as you can”..
QEIII: Black Betty
Palmerston North
06/05/2023 - 03/06/2023
"Fun, fresh-feeling, bonkers and very funny..
A NATURAL WOMAN: Celebrating the music of Carole King
Wellington, Nelson, Raumati
22/01/2022 - 06/05/2023
"An accomplished actor and pitch-perfect singer with backing that delivers a tight, slick, professional show..
"Music and banter to fill the soul and spread joy..
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ALIEN
Auckland
04/05/2023 - 05/05/2023
"Confronts the veritable reality of what it is to be a body, in the here and now, collectively, on our…..