Born in London, Barry was introduced to theatre as a small boy, through being taken to see traditional Christmas pantomimes, as well as discovering jazz and fine music at a very young age. High school found him loving the works of Shakespeare, as well as many other great playwrights, poets and novelists. Moving to Australia, he became a jazz musician, playing with big bands and his own small groups, then attended the Elder Conservatorium of Music at the University of Adelaide, playing with several orchestras. This led to playing in theatre pits, joining the chorus, playing character roles, playing lead roles (after moving into drama), then directing, set and lighting design, administrative roles on theatre boards and, finally, becoming a critic. After twenty years of writing he has now joined the Broadway World team to represent Adelaide, in South Australia. Barry is also a long time member of the prestigious Adelaide Critics Circle.
Review: WOMADELAIDE 2023: DAY 4 at Botanic Park
March 14, 2023
March 14, 2023
There is so much to choose from at WOMADelaide.
Review: WOMADELAIDE 2023: DAY 3 at Botanic Park
March 13, 2023
March 13, 2023
I found myself enthralled by the music and cooking of the Dili Allstars.
Review: TRACKER at Odeon Theatre
March 12, 2023
March 12, 2023
Prepare yourself for something that will reach the very depths of your soul.
Review: GREY ROCK – ADELAIDE FESTIVAL 2023 at Space Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
March 11, 2023
March 11, 2023
There is a lot more to this piece than appears on the surface.
Review: WOMADELAIDE 2023: DAY 1 at Botanic Park
March 11, 2023
March 11, 2023
WOMADelaide is not a festival for the faint of heart.
Review: STRANGE CASE OF DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE – ADELAIDE FESTIVAL 2023 at Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
March 4, 2023
March 4, 2023
Theatre for the TV generation, perhaps.
Review: THE RIVER THAT RAN UPHILL – ADELAIDE FESTIVAL 2023 at Space Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
March 3, 2023
March 3, 2023
A first-hand account of the effects of climate change.
Review: DOGS OF EUROPE – ADELAIDE FESTIVAL 2023 at Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre
March 2, 2023
March 2, 2023
We were left with the cry, 'Slava Ukraini!' ringing in our ears.
Review: JUST ANOTHER BAND FROM SA - LÄTHER PLAY THE MUSIC OF FRANK ZAPPA - ADELAIDE FRINGE 2023 at Governor Hindmarsh Hotel
March 1, 2023
March 1, 2023
The capacity crowd roared with delight as the band took the stage.
Review: THE MARVELLOUS ELEPHANT MAN: THE MUSICAL – ADELAIDE FRINGE 2023 at Wonderland Spiegeltent At Wonderland Festival Hub, Hindmarsh Square
February 27, 2023
February 27, 2023
The opening night had a full house, and closed to a standing ovation.
Review: THE WHITE MOUSE at Goodwood Theatre And Studios
February 20, 2023
February 20, 2023
Davidson gives a convincing performance as the lively and optimistic Nancy.
Review: APPRAISAL at Goodwood Theatre And Studios
February 20, 2023
February 20, 2023
Tim Marriott's many-layered script is superbly brought to life by Nicholas Collett and Emily-Jo Davidson.
Review: WHISPERS DOWN THE LANE - ADELAIDE FRINGE 2023 at Studio 166, Goodwood Theatre And Studios
February 19, 2023
February 19, 2023
The concept is a thoroughly intriguing one.
Review: THE GOAT, OR WHO IS SYLVIA at Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre
February 19, 2023
February 19, 2023
Perfectly timed for Valentine’s Day.
Review: DONE TO DEATH, BY JOVE! – ADELAIDE FRINGE 2023 at Goodwood Theatre And Studios
February 18, 2023
February 18, 2023
Be sure to get tickets for this one.
Review: WATSON: THE FINAL PROBLEM – ADELAIDE FRINGE 2023 at Goodwood Theatre And Studios
February 18, 2023
February 18, 2023
An absorbing example of great theatre.
Review: THE JEN LUSH BAND at Wizard Tone Studios, Hendon
February 5, 2023
February 5, 2023
The performance was brilliantly executed, thoroughly engaging, and utterly beautiful.
Review: A PROMENADE OF SHORTS 2 at Holden Street Theatres
January 13, 2023
January 13, 2023
Red Phoenix has found a winning formula with their Festival of Shorts.
Review: RING IN THE NEW - ADELAIDE CANTATA BAND at Pilgrim Uniting Church
January 7, 2023
January 7, 2023
The calibre of the musicians was undoubted.
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