performing arts, stage shows, theatre
performing arts, stage shows, theatre
Class is in Session; talking School of Rock with Nadia Komazec
July 18, 2019 | Harry Wallace
Odds are if you were born in the nineties, Led Zeppelin’s Immigrant Song will always bring to mind Jack Black rocking out in the cult-classic movie School of Rock. Now is your chance to live that nostalgic dream the smash hit stage show adaption is crashing into Brisbane this month. We sat down with lead actress Nadia Komazec to talk about the show, theatre for youngsters, and the subtleties of her character Patty Di Marco.
Women of Woodstock celebrates the famous festival 50 years on
July 14, 2019 | Kaylee Randall
Woodstock, arguably the most famous and prolific music festival of all time, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Well-known for changing the world of music and art, what you may not know is that only four women ever graced the Woodstock stage.
Too cool for Rock School: Brent Hill
July 10, 2019 | Auran Abraham
Coming to Brisbane this July, the stage spectacular based on the movie of the same name School of Rock arrives to bring the noise.
Lisa O’Neill on directing Love and Information coming to Metro Arts
July 5, 2019 | Kaylee Randall
Born from an era of ever-connectedness, Metro Arts welcomes Love and Information by esteemed playwright Caryl Churchill from 31 July – 10 August.
Dots+Loops: Conviction
June 20, 2019 | Lucy Leyshon
At the end of this month, on the 28th of June, Australian post-genre music and art series Dots+Loops will be presenting their newest performance, Conviction, at Newstead Brewing Co. in Milton. Read More
Matrimonial Mayhem: Confetti and Chaos
June 18, 2019 | Auran Abraham
Weddings are chaotic and with Interactive Theatre International’s latest production coming to Brisbane soon, this chaos takes centre stage at the wedding event of the year.
Review: OQ presents timeless themes to modern audiences in Tosca
June 17, 2019 | Kaylee Randall
QPAC’s Lyric Theatre was packed with well-dressed friends of the opera on Thursday to experience Tosca, the latest presentation by Opera Queensland.
La Silhouette’s Daniel Gough immerses audiences into queer Brisbane
June 3, 2019 | Kaylee Randall
Taking you through Brisbane’s rich history of queerness as you’re ushered into the world of La Silhouette, artistic director Daniel Gough is helping you reach out and touch the incredible stories of our LGBTIQ+ community at the MELT Festival from 27-30 June.
The Flood Review (Anywhere Theatre Festival)
May 25, 2019 | Harry Wallace
It’s that time of year again folks. We are neck deep in the month of theatrical goodness that is the Anywhere Theatre Festival. This time we’re reviewing Flood, an Australian play presented by independent Brisbane Theatre makers; a whirling maelstrom of a production, soaked in tension, emotion, and the energy of a young and talented cast.
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Opera Queensland puts drama on display in Tosca this June
May 23, 2019 | Kaylee Randall
First performed in 1900, Opera Queensland (OQ) is bringing Tosca to Brisbane, presenting themes just as important today as they were 120 years ago.
Review: ABO and Circa Stun With English Baroque
May 23, 2019 | Julia Bates
In their 30th year the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra join forces with Brisbane’s own Circa and continue to delight audiences with a fresh approach to Baroque.
Freeze for Reflection: Kill Climate Deniers Heads to Brisbane
May 15, 2019 | Julia Bates
The back story behind the script of Kill Climate Deniers is such a rollercoaster ride that it could inspire a play in itself, and it has.
Serving up Cabaret for Dinner
May 13, 2019 | Auran Abraham
Providing the sizzle, the stories, and the song. Michelle Pearson hosts one heck of a dinner party.
Review: The Dinner Party is a Feast of Contemporary Dance
May 12, 2019 | Kaylee Randall
Nestled in the quieter part of QPAC during the hustle and bustle for Book of Mormon, a feast of contemporary dance was taking place at the intimate Cremorne Theatre.