Review Archive
[Editor’s note: Lynn Freeman is a reporter, writer, broadcaster and producer. https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/presenters/lynn-freeman ]
Welcome to the review archive.
Theatre and dance reviews since 2006.
Henry V
Wairarapa, Wellington
05/02/2009 - 28/02/2009
"A wild ride..
"Cry God for Harry his iPod and the stilt walker..
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Faust Chroma
Wellington, Palmerston North
11/02/2009 - 21/02/2009
"Memorable and thought-provoking..
"Mind-blowing..
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The Skyrocketeers of Justice Vs The Zombie Apocalypse
Wellington
08/02/2009 - 12/02/2009
"Promise fizzles..
"Rooted in truth..
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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Buddha Boy
Wellington
03/02/2009 - 09/02/2009
"Engaging searches for enlightenment..
"A fair and very earnest effort..
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A Mime To Kill
Wellington, Auckland
07/02/2009 - 19/03/2009
"Literally shifts the boundaries of convention..
"Quiet triumph..
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Betrayal
Wellington
24/01/2009 - 21/02/2009
"Solid production of excellent play strangely unaffecting..
"Lack of Chemistry..
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The Altruists
Wellington
21/01/2009 - 31/01/2009
"Nasty folk..
"Little to laugh at in dark comedy..
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Becoming the Courtesan – a remarkable seduction
Wellington
10/01/2009 - 17/01/2009
"Doesn't quite come off..
"Manners and mores of the past explore timeless emotions..
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Wellington Theatre 2008 Wrap
Wellington
01/01/2008 - 31/12/2008
"Others worthy of mention for their work in Wellington during 2008..
"There can be only one..
Christmas Indoors
Wellington
04/12/2008 - 13/12/2008
"Uneven but thought-provoking Christmas..
"You'll laugh, you'll cry..
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Blinkers and Spurs
Auckland, Wellington
23/07/2008 - 06/12/2008
"Unlikely love stories..
"Great madness in two takes..
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The Little Dog Laughed
Wellington
07/11/2008 - 29/11/2008
"Smart, satirical, sharp..
"Slick Dog takes dig at Hollywood..
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Roger Hall’s RED Riding Hood
Wellington
15/11/2008 - 21/12/2008
"Naughty, topical fun..
"A great way to introduce kids to the magic of theatre..
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The Pillowman
Wellington
01/11/2008 - 08/11/2008
"Deeply disturbing imagery..
"Juicy questions..
One Man
Auckland, Wellington
15/10/2008 - 18/10/2008
"His own man..
"Moments of sheer brilliance during ‘in yer face’ show..
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Apollo 13: Mission Control
Wellington
18/10/2008 - 01/11/2008
"What a marvel..
"Thrilling ride..
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Drinking Games
Wellington
27/09/2008 - 25/10/2008
"Strong debut..
"Truly formulaic..
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Mr Marmalade
Wellington
25/09/2008 - 11/10/2008
"Excellent performances and design..
"Brilliant..
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The Pohutukawa Tree
Wellington
10/09/2008 - 20/09/2008
"Current questions..
"A great piece of theatre..
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The Eiffel Tower Wedding Party
Wellington
02/09/2008 - 06/09/2008
"Imagination runs riot..
"Imaginative production..
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Jeff Koons
Wellington
26/08/2008 - 06/09/2008
"Pretty wacky..
"Memorable assault on your senses..
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Shining Armour
Wellington
26/08/2008 - 30/08/2008
"Thoughtful play needs excitement..
"Positively low key; mature and engaging..
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