★★★
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
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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
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Music festivals
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
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
Our critics look over the latest performances around town, including Romeo & Juliet Suite and Marlon Williams.
- by Chantal Nguyen, Bernard Zuel and Peter McCallum
The film even its director hasn’t seen
The documentary Eno is “remixed” for every screening, giving viewers a unique experience.
- by Bernard Zuel
★★★★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
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
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
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
★★★★½
Sydney live reviews
Fifty years on, Paul Weller’s ever-changing moods continue to delight
Our critics give their verdict on the latest shows around town.
- by Kate Prendergast, George Palathingal, Bernard Zuel and Peter McCallum
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