Review Archive
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Theatre and dance reviews since 2006.
Irene Pink in Metamorphosis
Dunedin
18/03/2010 - 21/03/2010
"Strong start rambles into uneven performance..
The Intricate Art of Actually Caring
Dunedin, Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, New Plymouth, Hastings, Hamilton, Wanaka
10/02/2009 - 28/06/2012
"On the road again..
"Deliciously laconic, funny and captivating..
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Dance Troupe Supreme
Auckland
20/03/2010 - 27/03/2010
"Moments of quick-witted humour and a rigorous (vicarious) workout..
The Quantum Enigma
Dunedin
18/03/2010 - 21/03/2010
"Clear and evocative as far as it goes..
The Marriage of Figaro
Wellington
13/03/2010 - 15/03/2010
"The triumph of Figaro..
Doom Gravy: A radio disaster in 6 parts
Dunedin
18/03/2010 - 27/03/2010
"A quick burst of surrealistic humour..
Skungpoomery
Wellington
18/03/2010 - 27/03/2010
"Skungpoomers channel Ken’s mischievous character..
"Inspired slapstick with a gentle heart..
Bubblewrap and Boxes
Dunedin
18/03/2010 - 20/03/2010
"Skilfully physical performances explore naivety, innocence and wisdom..
Pro-Posing
Auckland
18/03/2010 - 20/03/2010
"Dazzling detail..
Wannabe
Wellington
24/02/2010 - 27/03/2010
"A genuine superstar..
"A unique performance from an amazingly talented actor..
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back/words
Wellington
17/02/2010 - 27/03/2010
"Intriguing, humorous, moving..
"Absolutely worth it..
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Good Morning, Mr Gershwin
Wellington
17/03/2010 - 21/03/2010
"They can’t take this away from me..
"Exhilarating combination of dance and film electrified by Gershwin..
From Here to There
Invercargill, Hastings, Dunedin, Wellington, Christchurch, Auckland
06/02/2010 - 27/03/2010
"Passions, allusions and challenging complexity..
"Exuberant dance would have graced the festival..
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The Importance of Being Earnest
Auckland
14/03/2010 - 03/04/2010
"Superb update reminder of Earnest’s importance..
"A horny, drug-fuelled, witty trip..
The Tragical Life of Cheeseboy
Wellington
14/03/2010 - 21/03/2010
"Liked by children..
"A quirky, offbeat tale that works..
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11 and 12
Wellington
10/03/2010 - 14/03/2010
"Failed to fire..
"Political theatre at its most quiet..
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Mark Twain & Me in Mâoriland
Wellington
13/03/2010 - 24/07/2010
"Magic and comedy in return visit to Maoriland..
"Absorbing quest a very special experience..
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360
Wellington
12/03/2010 - 21/03/2010
"A thrilling theatrical experience..
"A new spin on an old tale..
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He Reo Aroha
Palmerston North, Wellington, Otaki, Christchurch, Auckland, Feilding
09/03/2010 - 14/03/2013
"Dexterity, intelligence, warmth, passion, humour, and a fine musicality..
"A magical piece of theatre..
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The Arrival
Wellington, Auckland, Seoul, South Korea
12/03/2009 - 15/07/2012
"The Arrival exceeds expectations..
"Organically articulate, skilful, lyrical, universal and inspirational..
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The Second Test
Wellington, Dunedin, Auckland, Hamilton
15/02/2010 - 30/06/2012
"Unexpectedly funny rendition of a moving story..
"Production passes poignancy test in recapturing the past..
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The Walworth Farce
Wellington
17/03/2010 - 21/03/2010
"Some sort of allegory for a state of self-destructive denial?..
"Irish eyes probably won’t be smiling..