AUSTRALIA - PERTH THEATER REVIEWS

There is something undeniably magical about a story that leans into its own whimsy, and ANASTASIA THE MUSICAL, now playing at Crown Theatre, does exactly that. Following its successful Melbourne run, the Broadway hit has finally arrived in Perth, bringing with it a sense of old-school theatrical gra...

If you’re looking for a theatrical experience that leaves you breathless, CADEL: LUNGS ON LEGS is it. After an acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, this interesting and innovative one man show has landed in Australia to delight everyone, from cycling fans to theatrer fans and everyone i...

There's lots to see in Perth at the moment, and a different kind of spectacle is proving that big-budget showmanship still has a place in the Perth summer. NOW YOU SEE ME LIVE takes the 'magician-vigilante' DNA of the films and strips away the CGI, replacing it with something far more impressive: ac...

Fringeworld Perth seems to creep up every year, making us wonder what we do in the eleven months in between. One show that has firmly embedded itself in the Fringeworld line up is CLUB D’AMOUR, with its Fringe appearances wonderfully punctuated by the odd standalone show. ...

Tis the season, it seems. Whilst your normal Christmas show may gloss over the uglier side of Christmas, CAROL leans into it, allowing the festive season to be anything but. A belligerent Santa, a family that can’t be held together with any amount of wrapping tape, and a life falling apart, all co...

What did our critic think of CATS at Crown Theatre?...

Let's face it: a musical about a global water shortage that forces people to pay for the privilege of peeing sounds like a nightmare. Yet URINETOWN, presented by Western Sky Projects is anything but. Western Sky Projects has delivered a production that manages to be simultaneously high-brow social c...

What did our critic think of TIVOLI LOVELY at State Theatre Centre?...

MONOPOLY: THE UNAUTHORISED MUSICAL, presented by Roundhouse Theatrical Co, emerges as a delightful and impressive example of local community theatre, driven by a passionate and talented team. Born from a WAAPA student's innovative graduation recital, this production has bloomed into a full-scale mus...

Charles Gounod took Shakespeare’s tale of the star-crossed lovers and adapted it to create the 1867 opera, Roméo et Juliette, with an overture and Shakespeare’s explanatory prologue, delivered by the chorus, followed by a five-act opera, with a libretto by Jules Barbier and Michel Carré. ...

Just over 100 years ago, Perth was rocked by a murder that paralleled events happening on the other side of the world that were to become the inspiration for the musical Chicago. Theatre 180 transport us to the Roaring Twenties to illustrate how far the truth can be bent in ARTHUR HAYNES AND THE SMO...

It's a twisted tale of desperation and botany that has been delighting audiences for decades, but few productions of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS have managed to balance its comedic and darker elements as deftly as the new one at Planet Royale. The stage evokes the Skid Row setting of the show, but the pe...

Andrew Bovell's Speaking in Tongues is less a play and more a masterfully woven tapestry of fractured relationships and chance encounters. Speaking in Tongues​​​​​​​ is at The State Theatre Centre until September 14....

The enchanting tale of Beauty and the Beast has arrived at Perth's Crown Theatre, captivating audiences with its timeless magic and spectacular production. ...

PLIED AND PREJUDICE, the wildly unhinged adaptation of Jane Austen's beloved novel, has taken Perth by storm, offering a riotous and liquor-soaked theatrical experience. At the heart of this comedic masterpiece is the extraordinary collective ensemble, a cast of five actors tasked with bringing over...

Jonathan Biggins brings his acclaimed one-man show THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO PAUL to the State Theatre Centre, offering audiences a captivating and often hilarious journey into the mind of former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating....

Black Swan Theatre Company’s latest offering brings us Deborah Frances-White, celebrated author and host of The Guilty Feminist podcast, making a powerful foray into playwriting with NEVER HAVE I EVER. True to Frances-White’s signature style, the play deftly tackles themes of gender, race, and c...

Part tribute act, part concert spectacle, and all entertainment, LIAM COOPER’S KING OF THE KEYS is a tour of some of the biggest piano classics going, with a dash of other hits for good measure. On top of being an excellent pianist and fantastic singer, Cooper shows off his skills as a storyteller...

There’s certainly a lot to be said for classics. First published in 1939, Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None is one of the highest selling books of all time, and one of Christie’s finest works. Since its stage adaptation in 1945, the plot has been tweaked and then returned, but even in...

BLUE is a captivating experience that truly stands out, immediately grabbing your attention with its evocative atmosphere and originality. Black Swan Theatre Company's latest offering is both deeply effective and refreshingly unique, leaving an impression that lingers long after its conclusion....

When Drew Anthony asked the audiences from the 2024 season of shows what they wanted to see next, the first choice was overwhelming; people wanted to see FOOTLOOSE. Based on the timeless Kevin Bacon movie, the musical delivers plenty at Planet Royale with some simply superb casting and choreography ...

Circus cabaret is experiencing quite the boom, and I for one am all for it. The latest addition to Perth’s market finds a fitting home in Crown Nightclub Eve, with LA CLIQUE bringing a mix of amazing acrobatics, wild stunts, and a hefty dose of cheeky humour to heat up these May nights....

What did our critic think of SISTER ACT at Crown Theatre? This musical adaptation of the beloved 1992 film, starring Casey Donovan as Deloris Van Cartier, radiates infectious energy, blending soulful melodies with a hilarious and heartwarming story that's sure to convert you....

With a firm set and staunch fan based long established, THE LORD OF THE RINGS: A MUSICAL TALE already has a sizeable audience to please before the casual theatre goer is catered for. Thanks to a talented cast, an action-packed storyline, and staging as epic as the story itself, the show is sure to p...

Set in a scorching Oklahoma summer, AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY takes a contemporary look at the collapse of the American dream, illustrated by the collapse of a family unit. After an extended and multi-award winning Sydney season, Black Swan Theatre Company has brought it west thanks to their long standin...