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Fringe Reviews
Just Super (Theatre Thoughts)
"What makes the show worth seeing is Pattison’s absolutely blissful stage presence."
Paradise Lots (Theatre Thoughts)
"I truly loved Paradise Lots, and I know anyone reading this would too."
DARLING BOY (Australian Arts Review)
"Bevan and Rossen have constructed a tightly wound and well-rehearsed show that sneaks in a quiet emotional payoff in-between, well-observed witticisms."
Geraldine Quinn – BROAD (Weekend Notes)
"BROAD is Quinn's first original show in four years, and it has rightly already received accolades including nominations for the Most Outstanding Show and the Golden Gibbo Award at MICF 2022. Her observational comedy is laugh out loud funny, and there's no questioning Quinn's talent as a singer/songwriter."
A Play About Ivy, that is Really About June (Australian Arts Review)
"A Play About Ivy, that is really About June has an honesty and emotion that clearly connected with its opening night audience, but I’m looking forward to seeing what Weeks writes next."
Naomi (Time Out)
"With a bravura performance by Livesey at its centre, Naomi provides an unflinching look at the realities of grief and mental ill health that marks it as a standout at this year’s Melbourne Fringe."
Horny Ghosts (The Age)
"A tender performance on the horrors of ageing, the perilous hoops the neoliberal internet increasingly forces sex workers to jump through, and what it means to be a chronically ill person and worker in a time that fetishises productivity"
Anna Piper Scott: Such An Inspiration (Beat)
"A powerful and controversial show, Such An Inspiration is the newest show from stand-up comedian, trans woman and voice of a generation Anna Piper Scott"
Like A Virgo (Scenestr)
"Bursting onto the stage with joyful exuberance, Michele da Costa sets the tone for a fun, upbeat hour of comedy right from the get-go."
Teeth and Tonic (ArtsHub)
"Across the board, the acting is excellent. For anyone craving an audacious response to odious behaviour, Teeth and Tonic is the thing to see."
On the Rise (Theatre Matters)
"On The Rise does have an earnest heart and rather a downbeat ending, but it matches these with an overall atmosphere that is lively, mischievously referential and funny."
Ignis (Theatre Matters)
"Ignis made me feel sordid, tainted by association and in need of a shower, it’s fantastic."
2 Proud 2 Prejudiced: An Austen-tatious Cabaret (What Did She Think?)
"All of the music and lyrics are original creations and delivered with an amused, naughty satire that keeps the audience laughing from beginning to end. It is an exhausting hour but in all of the good ways!"
The Whisper (Stage Whispers)
"The Whisper is an intuitive theatrical interpretation of a story handed down by family Elders."
To Schapelle and Back (Theatre Travels)
"This show is magic. Like, it’s everything. Alex Hines is Everything."
Heather by Thomas Eccleshare (Theatre Travels)
"It was a fantastic show that I’d love to see grow and be built upon with every production it has in Australia."
Hedda GablerGablerGabler (Theatre Travels)
"As a deconstruction of theatre for experts and amateurs alike, this is a show to see."
The Shy Manifesto by Michael Ross (Australian Stage)
"His irreverent lightness of touch, and multi- rolling as the other characters in his story endear him to the audience, encouraging us that we, too, can be proud to be shy."
SIRENS (ArtsHub)
"this queer odyssey of the heart leaves you feeling refreshingly uncynical as you ponder the moments of yearning from your own life."
Janet’s Vagrant Love (Australian Stage)
"This beautiful, gutsy and talented performer has not bared her soul in vain. Her moving show leaves an indelible stamp on her audience, and educates in a way that is not easily forgotten."
Heather by Thomas Eccleshare (Stage Whispers)
"Eccleshare’s play deals with abstractions, but it’s made very entertaining here by its reversals, its humour, and the subtle performances of Perera and Benton."
INGRESS (Stage Whispers)
"The artist deeply engages with the audience through deliberate, focussed looks such that even her glances are full of meaning."
Naomi (Stage Whispers)
"The character of Naomi and her story emerges, carried by the power, the naked emotions, and the utter, utter sincerity of the performance. This show has already won two awards at the Adelaide Fringe; it’s not hard to see why."
Escalate (Theatre Travels)
"Escalate is the thrill of the modern circus with depth in place of pomp. It is for any and everyone but especially for mothers who find their sons flipping water bottles and anything else they can get their hands on. I believe you would find comfort and hope from this energising performance. Well worth an evening in the pretty city for this show."
Cool Show Sixty-Nine (Theatre Travels)
"Go see this show if you’re looking for cup based puns, matching outfits, singing shoe salesmen, sexy baristas, or a good time."
David Massingham’s Little Sketch Book of Horrors (Theatre Travels)
"The Butterfly Club is the perfect location for this spooky, off-kilter performance"
PENDULUM (Dance Australia)
"It was is an impressive crescendo to this year’s Fringe dance a program."
Withhold (Dance Australia)
"The dancing was exceptional"
Temperance Hall Presents Arabella Frahn-Starkie and Siobhan McKenna (Dance Australia)
"The audience was drawn into the story, and the swelling of the music, the rising and falling of the lights."
The Briefing (ArtsHub)
"This brand of comedy is a most welcome relief from the bin-fire of contemporary politics that we are all living through"
She-Nanigans The Show (The Age)
"Often gleefully silly, the show will speak to anyone who’s ever felt unmoored and in need of a hand up."
Naomi (The Age)
"an emotionally raw hour of verbatim theatre."
HEADLINERS of Magic (The Age)
"We all know it’s not real, but when misdirection is this dazzlingly charming, who cares?"
The Rest Is Up To You: Karma Dance (The Age)
"The audience, stunned by the breathtaking performance they’ve just witnessed, erupt into applause. Truly mesmerising."
Grand Theft Theatre (The Age)
"Grand Theft Theatre is a sensitive and intelligent exploration of the vital role memory plays in keeping theatre alive."
To Schapelle and Back (The Age)
"I’d suggest you snap up a ticket to the solitary remaining performance, but it’s sold out. Rightfully so."
In Search of Lost Scroll (The Age)
"Rajan has combined some of her best talents—comedy and screenwriting, as well as acting and games design – into an interactive digital experience that is all her own."
Jeromaia Detto: MUSH (My Melbourne Arts)
"His charisma and affable nature are a huge drawcard to this kind of comedy and theatre and Detto displays immense skills as a clown and an improvisor ... you would be mad to not go and experience it for yourself."
Shakespeare Aliens (Lilithia Reviews)
"I am extremely thankful that I finally got to experience this unimaginable yet genius mashup of Shakespeare and Aliens ... I implore you to go and see this brilliant production."
Anna Piper Scott: Such An Inspiration (My Melbourne Arts)
"Piper Scott may not see herself as inspirational or even want to be, but one thing she most definitely does is push you to want to do better, and to be better."
Prehysterical (Theatre Haus)
"A show fit for the young, old, and Neanderthal in all of us, ‘Prehysterical’ will have you reaching new heights as you do flips of joy."
Donor (Theatre Travels)
"Donor strikes a skilled balance between humour and emotional impact – and that excites my theatre-going heart"
Prehysterical (Theatre Travels)
"To experience a highly entertaining and engaging, excited and applause filled dome you must see Prehysterical by the Headfirst Acobats! It was said to be something everyone would enjoy and it does not disappoint. There are lots of oohs and ahhs, and laughter throughout right until the final bow."
Ouch! (Theatre Travels)
"I’m excited to see what she does next. I expect she’ll be a regular on the comedy circuit, and I’ll be sure to be in the audience."
Haha Fair Enough (Theatre Travels)
"Alessandra and Brehas are both captivating performers, whether in a scene together or alone. They hold a slice of poetry-cake and comedy-cake and let you eat both. This experimental work demands to be listened to."
Sal + Friends (Theatre Travels)
"That Nat Harris isn’t yet the same household name as Judith Lucy, Jane Turner, or Kitty Flanagan is a little mystifying. I’m sure this mistake will be rectified soon enough."
Flickery – The Art of Female Pleasure (Theatre Travels)
"This was an extremely enjoyable performance that captures the beauty that is female pleasure and why it should be celebrated. If you would like to learn more about the artistry of female pleasure and sensuality in a light hearted and comedic tone, this is certainly the show for you!"
Flat White: A Cyberpunk Dystopia in Melbourne, or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Housing Crisis (Theatre Travels)
"It’s a well-planned and played hour that takes you on a wild ride through the city you thought you knew."
Paradise Lots (Theatre Travels)
"very clever theatrecraft: delightfully creative use of the space and its architecture, rhythm, repetition, accumulation, surprise."
You’re a Catch! Why are you Single? (Broadway World)
"The young cast of six fresh faced performers did a great job in bringing the many characters to life."
A Lovely Day To Be Online (Theatre Travels)
"Like an Australian answer to Bo Burnham, he keeps the audience laughing loudly"
Triplets (ArtsHub)
"For millennials who feel unmoored from meaning or steeped in social media, Triplets will be a treat."
PENDULUM (ArtsHub)
"PENDULUM demonstrates inventive vision and astute programming"
Hard to Reach Places (Weekend Notes)
"you will leave the tent fully entertained as Anna grows on you with her engaging performance that covers a gamut of topics intelligently and humorously expressed."
Liminal Treats (Weekend Notes)
" I give it a rating of: worth the trip on two trains from Sandy to Footscray in a flood, or: ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ with a 🍓 on top."
Foible Boible (Weekend Notes)
"As we left the venue, my ex flatmate affirmed my sentiments, "Well, that was a vibe." Indeed it was. Tell your friends."
SLUTNIK™ (Theatre Travels)
"A massively entertaining celebration of female queerness, clear your evening to climb aboard the good ship Slutnik"
2 Proud 2 Prejudiced: An Austen-tatious Cabaret (Weekend Notes)
"2 Proud 2 Prejudiced is a laugh-out-loud delight and highly entertaining. Make sure it's on your Fringe viewing list!"
Ignis (Theatre Travels)
"one of the most original, compelling, and thought-provoking productions at Melbourne Fringe this year."
GODZ (ArtsHub)
"GODZ seemed to perfectly execute the bold and literally ballsy feat it intended. The show was a rare respite from normal life: providing enough awe and amusement to extinguish all other thoughts."
Shut Up I’m a Vampire (ArtsHub)
"Shut Up I’m a Vampire is an intelligent and powerful show by a remarkable artist."
Ignis (Milk Bar Mag)
"Ignis presents as a rich tapestry woven together by an unwavering script and excellent acting."
Sunanda Loves Britney (Keith Gow)
"This show is very funny, very clever and quite moving at times."
a moment to love (Keith Gow)
"Vivian Nguyen’s one-woman show dissects the modern dating experience – in a confronting, powerful and insightful way."
SIRENS (Keith Gow)
"This is a beautiful character study and Nichol's performance is wonderful."
SLUTNIK™ (Keith Gow)
"Slutnik is wild and wonderful"
Naomi (Keith Gow)
"Naomi is more proof that Patrick Livesey (seen earlier this year in Dirt) is an excellent performer"
Never Said Motel (Keith Gow)
"Never Said Motel is an interesting concept"
Shakespeare Aliens (Theatre Travels)
"Shakespeare Aliens is an entertaining melodrama"
TattleTales (Theatre Travels)
"If you play D&D (Dungeons & Dragons) or any other TTRPG (Tabletop Roleplaying Game), you’ll love TattleTales."
Otto & Astrid Play The Greatest Rock ‘n’ Roll Concert You’ve Ever Seen! (Weekend Notes)
"If it's a good night you're after, don't miss them."
Learn To Live Again (Australian Musician)
"Clearly, Joshua has placed his heart and soul into these performances, the show was well-rehearsed and the musicianship flawless."
YUMMY BITE SIZED (Weekend Notes)
"Raunchy but classy, this is a show of skills, entertainment and innuendos, don't miss it."
SIRENS (My Melbourne Arts)
"it is safe to say that this will be one of the best shows of the year."
Ouch! (The Age)
"a show that signals great comic potential and a voice not often heard."
Ignis (The Age)
"Intimate performances embrace effortless transformations: Clare Larman moving from the ugly complicity of a politician’s wife to a nostalgic (if uneventful) reunion with an old female flame is one highlight, but there are many others."
This Is Where We Live (ArtsHub)
"It’s compelling viewing, and the story and performances will stay with me for a while."
Bernie Dieter’s Club Kabarett (I Tell You What I Think)
"Dieter is a beauty, as is the whole collective. What a supremely talented troupe this is."
Bernie Dieter’s Club Kabarett (Time Out)
"Rest assured, Club Kabarett will hold you on a razor’s edge between titillation and awe that’ll leave you just enough time in-between gasps to applaud."
BABECITY Hotline (Theatre Travels)
"BABECITY Hotline might seem risqué, but at its core it’s a heartwarming workplace comedy about a woman finding acceptance and finding herself in an unlikely place. If you’re going to watch a comedy set at a phone sex hotline this Fringe - make this the one you see."
Underwire (Theatre Travels)
"Underwire is a sublimely witty one hour of tight comedy, parodied pop songs and heartfelt storytelling."
Callum Straford Nails Everything (Theatre Travels)
"It’s not often a sketch cabaret can elicit this kind of emotional response, but Straford - a young comedian to watch - nails it."
Resistible (Theatre Travels)
"The performance was refreshing and it’s irresistibility was delivered by the charismatic performers who were clever in their creation of this absurdly lighthearted tragedy."
Pops by Charlie Josephine (Theatre Travels)
"Pops is an exploration of addiction that is nuanced and powerful. The team that has given us the Australian premiere of the show presents the challenging text in a way that is both compelling and empathetic. A stand-out fringe performance that shouldn’t be missed."
AFTERPLAY (Theatre Travels)
"by golly . . . It's wonderful."
Foreign Body (Theatre Travels)
"Foreign Body is such an enlightening gem of a show, with delicious twists, turns and callbacks all the way through. Candice D'Arcy's engaging and charismatic presence combined with the paired back simplicity of Trudi Boatwright's direction is well-balanced and thought provoking in its examination of culture, racism, family dynamics and motherhood."
YOU’RE ALL INVITED TO MY SON SAMUEL’S FOURTH BIRTHDAY PARTY (The Age)
"The work continually collapses and expands, layering apocalyptic comedy and child psychology, contemporary social satire and speculative physics into something fearless and funny and true."
Relate (My Melbourne Arts)
"this is a admirable production that wears its heart on it sleeve and genuinely seeks to connect with its audience."
type-a-poet (My Melbourne Arts)
"It's shows like type-a-poet that make Fringe Festivals exciting. This is a unique experience that is yours and yours alone. No one else will ever have the moment you have shared with Snelling. 24 hours after my visit to the Temple of Poetry I read my poem and continue to be amazed at how much the silence between us speaks volumes on paper."
Yuck Circus: DEADSET (Australian Arts Review)
"The show makes good on its promise of “An all-Aussie, Rock and Roll, powerhouse show” – which featured a number of high-energy routines that suited the 80’s rock soundtrack."
Kieran Bullock’s IKEA WARS (
"Melbournians have had plenty of serious stuff to deal with for the last couple of years. The antidote might just be the kind of frivolous, loose fun we can find in an 8:30pm Fringe show like Kieran Bullock’s Ikea Wars, a useful addition to a night at Trades Hall."
Andrew McClelland and Martine Wengrow: The Very Model Of A Modern Major Musical (Australian Arts Review)
"this is an hour of easy-going, family-friendly fun. (A most ingenious paradox!)"
Pillow Fight (Theatre Travels)
"Pillow Fight is a show I have been needing to see for a long time, a play I have been waiting for, yearning for, and I didn’t even know it."
Pillow Fight (Theatre Matters)
"This play has value and importance. It should not be missed. I trust Pillow Fight will resurface with extended performances."
Hostage (Theatre Matters)
"Hostage is a clever, and very funny play and an enjoyable night at the theatre"
If We Got Some More Cocaine I Could Show You How I Love You by John O’Donovan (Theatre Matters)
"This performance is of a professional standard (whatever that means), but still maintains an essential rawness and is being facilitated by creatives with a certain level of training and refined skills and resources and opportunities between them. Those who enjoy narrative, dialogue and actor driven theatre presented with a certain level of polish will relish seeing this wonderful adaption of an overseas play."
SIRENS (Theatre Matters)
"Benjamin Nichols and Izabella Yena are rightfully asserting a place for themselves in the local theatre scene for their exciting and innovative theatre making; they are being recognised by critics and awards committees and this performance will undoubtedly stand out as being one of the highlights of this years Fringe festival."
SIRENS (The Age)
"SIRENS is a queer coming-of-age story that strikes a delicate, powerful chord thanks to the nuance and intensity of its characterisation, the intimacy and emotional depth that writer-performer Benjamin Nichol brings to the stage."
TattleTales (What Did She Think?)
"If you are the kind of person who likes games like 'Murder' you will love Tattle Tales."
TattleTales (Theatre Haus)
"Staged in the equally mysterious cellar of the East End wine bar Bard’s Apothecary, ‘TattleTales’ provides audiences with an hour of haunting, yet beautifully rich storytelling."
TattleTales (Stage Whispers)
"A great prospect for groups who know each other and can bounce off each-other’s ideas – take some friends. I went on my own and was soon happily swept up into the throng. Highly recommended."
Everything is a Lie (Theatre Travels)
"Everything is a Lie promises to be a ‘wildly relatable hour of comedy, song and the realisation that we’re all just making it up‘ and boy oh boy, does it ever deliver."
Zoë (Weekend Notes)
"If you want to see on stage a fine example of something tough, strong and well-made from the 1960s, (and I'm not just referring to my nan's kitchen table used as both prop and apparatus) grab your tickets now and enjoy Zoe. You are never too old for the circus. Even if you don't usually go to the circus this will enthral, amaze and scare you… in a fabulous way."
JSMR (Weekend Notes)
"Through dark comedic wit and magnetic naturalism Jessica Stanley lures the audience into her world through the subtle exploration of everyday sounds, and the world of audial sensitivity. We even get a bedtime story, which is an absolute treat for adults!"
JSMR (Theatre Travels)
"“JSMR" is a visceral experience that is likely to be the most engaging night at the theatre you’ve had in a while."
JSMR (Australian Stage)
"Stanley seamlessly combines commentary and satire within her scenes, simultaneously fascinated and skeptical by the fetishism and commodification that is at play in ASMR."
JSMR (Theatre Haus)
"Stanley will whisper away your worries for 45 minutes, and by the end of the show, you’ll be singing her praises. Loudly."
Tash York’s Happy Hour (Australian Arts Review)
"audiences won’t quickly forget the trashy fun of this Happy Hour."
Tash York’s Happy Hour (The Age)
"York hits all the right notes while barnstorming sing-along power ballads from the likes of Celine Dion. And while this saucy trio’s brand of camp fantabulousness is a silly good time, there’s real showbiz skill to how York spins audience suggestions of what they love/hate into a rousing tune on the spot. Catch her if you can."
Shit-Wrecked! (Australian Arts Review)
"Andrew (TikTok star, Green Room award-winner) and O’Brien (neither) previously had a sold-out tour of No Hat, No Play! The Cabaret! They’ve certainly backed this up with Shit-Wrecked!, which is indeed a seaworthy vessel for their comedy."
GODZ (Australian Arts Review)
"It wouldn’t be fair to ruin the surprises, but these Gods will certainly set you up for a wild ride of glitz and camp."
GODZ (Australian Stage)
"With voice over, slapstick and a larrikin spirit, Head First weave their circus prowess into a lot of silly, that skillfully coheres into an extremely fun show that will leave a huge smile on everyone’s dial."
GODZ (My Melbourne Arts)
"Head First Acrobats are first and foremost people-pleasing circus and with GODZ they have gifted us mere mortals with a winning production that is as electrifying as Zeus could have ever hoped he was."
GODZ (The Age)
"Combining Rihanna bangers with awe-inspiring aerial work, whip-cracking action, death-defying balancing acts and bawdy humour galore, it’s a strip tease packed with mad skills. By Zeus, do they bring the love and thunder(ous applause)."
SLUTNIK™ (Australian Arts Review)
"SLUTNIK™ is a space adventure you do not want to miss out on."
Plenty of Fish (The Age)
"Admittedly, Bell only sold out a 25 seat back-room. Yet, it feels he could be on his way. Possibly soon, he may even headline a front-room."
Bernie Dieter’s Club Kabarett (ArtsHub)
"Bernie Dieters Club Kabarett is definitely worth frocking up for and venturing out to see. Take your friends and make a night of it. And if you’re thinking of going with your parents, maybe send them on a different evening – the ‘silver foxes’ will love it too. "
Dizney in Drag: Once Upon a Parody (The Age)
"the familiar tunes of each song and undeniable charisma of those on stage will have you “part of that world”."
Sunanda Loves Britney (The Age)
"Sunanda’s dramatic chops shone when they appropriate well-known tracks from the songstress’s body of work as a storytelling tool and wove lyrical puns into the monologue... The musical numbers will make you yell “hit me baby, one more time”."
Sunanda Loves Britney (Theatre Travels)
"Sunanda Loves Britney is a camp celebration of the queer body and growing up in your own time."
‘A Rainbow of Tomorrows’ Exhibition (The Age)
"Overwhelmingly beautiful and remarkably powerful."
Batsh*t (The Age)
"It’s moving and thought-provoking visual theatre that’s also terrific fun."
Batsh*t (My Melbourne Arts)
"Shelton's unrivalled stage presence and her confidence with the material, allows her to inject darker and more twisted elements that leave the audience considering this from a different perspective..."
Batsh*t (Theatre Matters)
"A Leah Shelton performance is an event to be experienced if you have the means and opportunity, fortunately for local audiences her new show Batsh*t playing at Darebin Arts is an exhilarating and often poignant platform for her immense skill and status as a performance artist."
Anna Piper Scott – Such an Inspiration (The Age)
"While the content is undoubtedly heavy, it’s also very, very funny. Piper Scott’s writing is immaculate and cleverly laced."
Saltbush (The Age)
"Producers Insite Arts have developed an exceptional production alongside a crew of First Nations and non-Indigenous talent, including legendary composer Lou Bennett. A true joy to watch and learn for parents and kids over 4 years alike."
Drag Supper Club (The Age)
"Drag Supper Club is a delight for the senses, a show so stimulating its energy verges on frenetic."
Relax Your Knees (The Age)
"an ABBA-inspired pigeon and a series of impressions of different aunts all hit the mark. As do demonic diversions in tone of voice, mastered by the likes of Anne Edmonds and Danielle Walker, which keep the audience on edge."
Hannah Camilleri – Lolly Bag (The Age)
"Having taken home the Golden Gibbo at the 2021 Comedy Festival, Lolly Bag is the next step towards stardom for a rapidly rising comedic talent. Put it on your must-see list."
Still Wanna be a Rabbit (The Age)
"just like a bunny, it’s cute, deploying Noel Gay’s bleak but bouncy tune ‘Run Rabbit Run’ to burrow into the gloriously absurd, playful nature of this sassy, smart show."
Escalate (My Melbourne Arts)
"Throw Catch Collective have dished up quite a spectacular show with Escalate."
Escalate (The Age)
"Escalate is refreshing, brilliantly conceived contemporary circus that should uplift the broadest audience, perhaps especially those who strain to juggle the demands of life outside the theatre."
a moment to love (Australian Arts Review)
"it’s Nguyen’s authentic and vulnerable performance that makes it an engaging story."
a moment to love (Theatre Travels)
"there are plenty of moments to love during this show and it will definitely satisfy an audience with it’s relevancy and cleverness."
Donor (Theatre Matters)
"It’s not often that one comes out of a performance feeling enriched by the experience ... Donor, written and performed by Julia Grace, does just that."
Donor (ArtsHub)
"Donor showcases an actor at the top of their game and reveals the emergence of a gifted writer with a distinctive voice. Make sure you check out this little gem before the short season concludes."
You’re a Catch! Why Are You Single? (The Age)
"A couple of catchy tunes tempt a sing-along but it’s the glorious voice of Emily Jacker-Lawrence that truly elates"
You’re a Catch! Why Are You Single? (Theatre Travels)
"a superbly made musical work that seamlessly blends spoken word, song and dance to explore what it means to search for meaningful connection in the modern world."
PENDULUM (The Age)
"This impressive site-specific work will leave you thrumming."
A Play About Ivy, that is Really About June (Theatre Travels)
"Capturing themes and moments that are highly relatable, Weeks successfully produces a snapshot of life as a lost 20 something-year old, recreated onstage."
Cabaret Night Fever (Theatre Matters)
"Cabaret Night Fever is an insane yet touching experience in the theatre. Treat yourself."
Ouch! (The Age)
"...a show that signals great comic potential and a voice not often heard."
Shit-wrecked (Australian Arts Review)
"Andrew (TikTok star, Green Room award-winner) and O’Brien (neither) previously had a sold-out tour of No Hat, No Play! The Cabaret! They’ve certainly backed this up with Shit-Wrecked!, which is indeed a seaworthy vessel for their comedy. Anchors aweigh! This 7.00pm show – full of topical issues, odd angles, and bangers – is sure to set you up for a quality night of Melbourne Fringe cruising at Trades Hall."
This is Where We Live (ArtsHub)
"Deceptively simple in its visuals, This is Where We Live is complex and tense, telling a multi-layered story of family violence, disability, hopelessness, emotional abuse, parental expectations and the systems that work against young people trying to free themselves from their life trajectories. Packed with psychological insight into the impacts of trauma, family violence and disability on young people, the play provides insight into the trapped lives in which many young people find themselves. It’s compelling viewing, and the story and performances will stay with me for a while."
SLUTNIK™ (ArtsHub)
"A glorious celebration of friendship, queerness and solidarity, SLUTNIK™ is the story of five women who have had enough of the patriarchy and want out – all the way off this planet."
To Schapelle and Back (The Age)
"Hines nails the delivery and dedication to the character."
Grand Theft Theatre (The Age)
"Grand Theft Theatre is a sensitive and intelligent exploration of the vital role memory plays in keeping theatre alive. They possess the talent, commitment and technique to make theatre as memorable as many of the artists they admire, and someone should throw money at them, pronto, so they can take their work to the next level."
Naomi (The Age)
"It’s an anguished question posed by one of the many characters whose skin startlingly talented performer Patrick Livesey assumes, affecting markedly different voices and physicality during an emotionally raw hour of verbatim theatre."
Bernie Dieter’s Club Kabarett (ArtsHub)
"Bernie Dieters Club Kabarett is definitely worth frocking up for and venturing out to see. Take your friends and make a night of it. And if you’re thinking of going with your parents, maybe send them on a different evening – the ‘silver foxes’ will love it too."
Bernie Dieter’s Club Kabarett (The Age)
"“f--king phenomenal”. Frankly, all I can say is ditto, Dieter, ditto. Isn’t it joyous when an enthralled crowd spontaneously stomps its feet to show appreciation, swept up in the ecstasy of witnessing gloriously talented artists performing extraordinary feats?"
Hannah Camilleri – Lolly Bag (The Age)
"Having taken home the Golden Gibbo at the 2021 Comedy Festival, Lolly Bag is the next step towards stardom for a rapidly rising comedic talent. Put it on your must-see list."
Donor (ArtsHub)
"Donor showcases an actor at the top of their game and reveals the emergence of a gifted writer with a distinctive voice. Make sure you check out this little gem before the short season concludes."
You’re a Catch! Why Are You Single? (Theatre Travels)
"You’re a Catch! Why Are You Single? is a superbly made musical work that seamlessly blends spoken word, song and dance to explore what it means to search for meaningful connection in the modern world."
Otto & Astrid (Weekend Notes)
"This duo has it all going for them with the accent, their look, their persona, their shenanigans on stage, their movements - so cute, their song choice - making it a night of unadulterated laughter and entertainment."
