The best thing to see after a whole of watching new writing is watching a play about writing and the highs and lows of it. Cramped with time, a young writer has to deliver a story of some kind to his boss, but hit with a torrential writer's block, is faced with issues with what... Continue Reading →

Fun for all ages to watch, Brass Colours brings us on a journey with musical instruments (some known, some less known) and shows us how music is a universal language and can bring us all together. From pieces we are all familiar with to original little bits, these 5 gentlemen give the audience an extremely... Continue Reading →

Emotional, passionate, artistic and breath-taking, Soul Penny Circus gives us an incredible circus/physical theatre piece that stays with you for a long time. Told through movement and music, the performers invite the audience to take part in their games to remind us of the power of play, perfect for both children and adults (who need... Continue Reading →

Nothing will make you feel more alive than a play about a funeral. In Memoriam is comedic, fast-paced and poignant, reflecting on the chaotic nature of organising a meaningful farewell of a loved one with some excellent one-liners and dad jokey humour that keeps you laughing for about 90% of the piece. An ensemble piece... Continue Reading →

A lovely narrative on queer culture and history of being oneself executed beautifully through physical theatre and cabaret-esque costumes does pull through although at times may feel underwhelming. Through a series of monologues, voice clippings and orders from a megaphone, the cast are showing their performative self and then their true self, although the difference... Continue Reading →

If you’ve ever wondered how one can solve world peace, I highly suggest you go see Noam Shuster Eliassi, who can tell you all the complexities, joys and let downs of being an Iranian Jew activist from Israel/Palestine. Taking the stage in front of a crowded, incredibly small and unreasonably warm room you actually want... Continue Reading →

A festival that provides us with so many stand up comedians gives us also a fictional one called Lynn, a mother who made a “mistake” many years ago and has had to suffer the consequences of being isolated and scrutinized by society in the American suburbs. Based on real events, writer and director Mike Lemme... Continue Reading →

A concept that is interesting and cute – improvisation to deal with the things that are tough, emotional, embarrassing and make them comical and ensure trust in yourself and others. There is still some work to be done. We find Megan McCaleb and Jeanette Caremi: two extremely positive and engaged performers who are very upbeat... Continue Reading →

A microphone and a loop pedal is all that accompanies Holly Spillar on stage by the Underbelly hall. And it works like a charm. It becomes an extension of her as she gives a performance that highly memorable and lives up to its expectations of being hysterical and incredibly informative! Spillar discusses the troubles of... Continue Reading →

Tucked away at the top of the Turret in the Gilded Balloon, Mystery House, written and performed by Wendy Weiner, tells us the tale of Sarah Winchester and her infamous home in California she spent 38 years building in order to keep spirits at bay. A stiff start to the performance in a small space does... Continue Reading →