Review: THE WEDDING SINGER at Royale Theatre At Planet Royale
by David Bravos - July 22, 2024
THE WEDDING SINGER leans into the space it has to make the audience feel like they’re at a wedding as much as they are at a show. Filled with outstanding performances and a catchy 80s soundtrack, THE WEDDING SINGER makes for a perfect night out....
Review: GREASE THE MUSICAL at Crown Theatre
by David Bravos - July 13, 2024
It is a part of growing up that one gets to know Grease. The movie has remained firmly in the public consciousness and on rotation since its release whilst the musical undergoes many varied iterations. The latest performance sees a sharper and brighter update whilst featuring the same songs and ener...
Review: PRIMA FACIE at State Theatre Centre
by David Bravos - July 12, 2024
PRIMA FACIE is a powerful one-person play by Suzie Miller that explores the complex perception of sexual assault survivors from the point of view of a lawyer hopelessly dedicated to the law. The play explores the legal system and its impact on sexual assault survivors, and Sophia Forrest’s performan...
Review: RBG: OF MANY, ONE at State Theatre Centre
by David Bravos - June 15, 2024
RBG: OF MANY, ONE enjoyed a season of runaway success in 2022, coming back this year for a national tour. Perth now has the opportunity to see for itself that the hype is well and truly deserved for this one woman show....
Review: THE WOMAN IN BLACK at His Majesty's Theatre
by David Bravos - June 02, 2024
THE WOMAN IN BLACK is a minimalist play, with one foreground for the entirety and just two actors. However, the way it is able to build and maintain tension and fear in a way that few movies manage these days, let alone stage shows. The plot is good and the acting is superb, and combined with this t...
Review: GASLIGHT at Regal Theatre
by David Bravos - June 02, 2024
The term gaslight is likely more well known than its etymology in the 1938 Patrick Hamilton play. Rather than being a play about manipulation, the modern retelling brings a plot and characters rich with tension and drama. The play is a classic, and the modern adaptation maintains the elements whilst...
Review: RENT at His Majesty's Theatre
by David Bravos - May 19, 2024
RENT is a rightful touchstone of musical theatre. A rare example of a musical being set in the time it was shown, it shone light on people and lifestyles that people were often doing their best to avoid. Reimagined in 2024 for an Australian audience, RENT wants you to come and see why it is a major ...
Review: ELVIS: A MUSICAL REVOLUTION at Crown Theatre
by David Bravos - May 17, 2024
Shimmying into Crown Theatre this month is ELVIS: A MUSICAL REVOLUTION, celebrating the life and art of the king of rock n roll. Featuring over 40 songs and a talented cast, not to mention choreography that does so much more than just complement the soundtrack, the show has plenty to offer everyone....
Review: OLGA KOCH'S PRAWN COCKTAIL at Regal Theatre
by David Bravos - May 14, 2024
It’s safe to say that Olga Koch covers a lot of territory in her show PRAWN COCKTAIL. Her stories go from Japan to the UK to New Zealand, all whilst the audience learns more about parasocial relationships, one night stands, Olga herself, and the namesake prawn cocktails than they probably thought th...