May 01
State Theatre’s modern adaptation via Murray-Smith is slick. Alison Bell successfully takes on one of the most demanding roles in theatre, seemingly preferring to paint her Hedda as a manipulating villain rather than say a victim of circumstance or an idealist fighting against society. 3.5K
Apr 03
Ibsen’s enigmatic heroine is brought to life by one of Australia’s most exciting young actors, Alison Bell, in a STCSA new adaptation of Hedda Gabler by leading Australian playwright Joanna Murray-Smith. See post for details – opens 26 April.
Nov 12
The most impressive element of this play was the ability to create and secure a character of refinement, going to lengths to express just how modest and polite they would be in all circumstances, and then placing them so far beyond the limits of their comfort zone. This results in unbridled lust and unmatched hilarity. 4K
Oct 21
Despite the quality of each aspect of the show, there seemed to be an element missing to make it really powerful. For a show that is about highlighting and fighting the disconnection in today’s society, it too failed to stir up particularly strong emotions of any kind. 3.5K
Oct 09
If you found Ermin’s Bed just the most exciting thing you have seen or heard about, then Blasted is for you. If not, this is a long 90 minutes in a world without redemption. 3K
Aug 22
While there are several things to like about this production – the opportunity to see seven highly talented women on stage at once being one – there are also too many flaws to allow it to be entirely enjoyable. 3K
Jul 12
This is a show that will engage younger audiences, particularly families, and is a great opportunity to get children seeing theatre (especially in the school holidays). Whether it will be a hit with the older crowds though is questionable. While still enjoyable from an adult perspective, it doesn’t quite tick all the boxes you might hope. 3.5K
Jun 01
Without being a memorable affair, War Mother is a nice vignette from the STC while the main program gets a break for the Cabaret Festival dealing with a recurring theme in a useful and politically not too opinionated way. 3K
May 09
The writing is superb, with eloquent observations of the world, clear and engaging characters and witty one-liners scattered throughout. Cook has created a well paced show and elicited beautifully nuanced performances from his four actors. 4.5K
May 06
Though not a triumph, there is potential in this show and hopefully as the run goes on, the energy will rise and it will be fulfilled. 3K
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