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Bernard Zuel is a freelance writer who specialises in music.

This astonishing performer is the most virtuosic singer in the history of jazz
★★★★½
Sydney live reviews

This astonishing performer is the most virtuosic singer in the history of jazz

Our critics take in the latest shows around town, including Jazzmeia Horn and Thom Yorke.

  • by Peter McCallum, Bernard Zuel, Kate Prendergast and John Shand

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Great acting. Shame about the play ...
★★★
Review

Great acting. Shame about the play ...

Our reviewers cast a critical eye over the latest shows around town.

  • by John Shand, Chantal Nguyen, Bernard Zuel, Peter McCallum and Frances Howe
Missy Higgins is a star, but the decision to induct her into the Hall of Fame is ridiculous
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ARIAs

Missy Higgins is a star, but the decision to induct her into the Hall of Fame is ridiculous

The recent additions of Higgins, Kasey Chambers and Jet to the Hall of Fame suggest the ARIA people have no idea how awards should work.

  • by Bernard Zuel
There are many reasons Bluesfest failed. Not all of them are bad news

There are many reasons Bluesfest failed. Not all of them are bad news

The imminent demise of Bluesfest is not a complete surprise, but nor is it a death knell for the concept of music festivals.

  • by Bernard Zuel
A musical Little Women brings Jo’s lurid imagination to life

A musical Little Women brings Jo’s lurid imagination to life

Our critics deliver their verdict on the latest shows around town.

  • by Joyce Morgan, Daniel Herborn, Bernard Zuel, Chantal Nguyen and Harriet Cunningham
Cameraman and a random seagull are the stars of this love letter to the Opera House

Cameraman and a random seagull are the stars of this love letter to the Opera House

Our critics look over the latest performances around town, including Romeo & Juliet Suite and Marlon Williams.

  • by Chantal Nguyen, Bernard Zuel and Peter McCallum
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The film even its director hasn’t seen

The film even its director hasn’t seen

The documentary Eno is “remixed” for every screening, giving viewers a unique experience.

  • by Bernard Zuel
The rare sound of perfection: Don’t miss this Mahler performance
★★★★½
Sydney live reviews

The rare sound of perfection: Don’t miss this Mahler performance

Our reviewers run a critical eye over the latest shows around town.

  • by Peter McCallum, Daniel Herborn and Bernard Zuel
Macklemore brings Gaza protest song to Sydney

Macklemore brings Gaza protest song to Sydney

Our critics give their take on the latest shows around town.

  • by Daniel Herborn, Bernard Zuel, John Shand and Millie Muroi
‘Worst show in 42 years’: Elvis Costello disappoints fans

‘Worst show in 42 years’: Elvis Costello disappoints fans

Multi-award winning singer-songwriter and rock ‘n’ roll Hall of Famer Elvis Costello gives a disappointing performance at the Sydney Opera House.

  • by Bernard Zuel
Gladys Knight, Empress of soul sings her final goodbye to Australia

Gladys Knight, Empress of soul sings her final goodbye to Australia

Our critics take in some of the latest shows around town, including Gladys Knight, West Side Story, Faure’s Requiem, Wilco and Jessica Mauboy.

  • by John Shand, Michael Ruffles, Bernard Zuel and Peter McCallum

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