Latest Articles: Theatre
John Sheedy appointed chief executive of Theatre Works
Sydney Morning Herald Dewy Cook February 16, 2016 It’s been a “long, round” journey across Australia for theatre director John Sheedy but, finally, he’s landed a job that brings him back to Melbourne after 14 years. The director of the Helpmann Award-winning opera production The Rabbits, and former artistic director of Perth’s youth theatre company Barking Gecko, takes over as chief executive and creative producer at St Kilda’s Theatre Works in March. He inherits an organisation that has seen turnover ...
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THE SECRET RIVER is still essential theatre viewing
Directed by Neil Armfield, adapted by Andrew Bovell and designed by Stephen Curtis, THE SECRET RIVER is must see theatre, especially if you missed it the first time. “Bovell amplifies the Indigenous presence and theatricality of the story by adding a female narrator, Dhirrumbin (also the Dharug name for the Hawkesbury). On her he bestows the poetry of the novel, with large stretches of narration that conjure up the outer turmoil of the environment and the inner emotional turmoil of ...
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Wayne Blair announced as one of the inaugural members of Queensland Theatre Company’s National Artistic Team
Writer and director Wayne Blair has been announced as one of the inaugural members of Queensland Theatre Company’s National Artistic Team! Under Artistic Director Sam Strong, Queensland Theatre Company will lead the nation from Brisbane. The National Artistic Team is the brains trust that will assist the Artistic Director with the 2017 Season and with the realisation of the new vision. The team has representatives in Brisbane, the Torres Strait, Sydney and Melbourne and includes actors, writers, directors, designers, dramaturges, ...
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2015 HELPMANN AWARD NOMINEES ANNOUNCED
The 2015 Helpmann Award nominees have been announced. The annual Helpmann Awards recognise distinguished artistic achievement and excellence in the many disciplines of Australia’s vibrant live performance sectors, including musical theatre, contemporary music, comedy, cabaret, opera, classical music, theatre, dance and physical theatre. Some HLA client nominees include: Best Presentation for Children – THE RABBITS – Directed by John Sheedy Best Presentation for Children – PETE THE SHEEP – Lighting design by Matthew Marshall Best Choreography in a Musical – ...
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DOUG ANTHONY ALL STARS REUNION THIS WEEKEND
HLA’s Tim Ferguson and Paul “Flacco” Livingston will perform this Saturday night in Sydney. Find out more here.
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The Nick Enright Songbook Available Now!
The great Australian musical theatre lyricist, Nick Enright has been immortalised by the release of his new songbook, with 50 of his most beloved songs and lyrics. Read morehere.
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DOUG ANTHONY ALL STARS
Special event TONIGHT – Doug Anthony All Stars Live at Harold Park Hotel! Tickets are selling fast, get in quick for this secret gig, which is now not so secret… Details here
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VELVET RECEIVES 5 STARS!
VELVET RECEIVES 5 STARS! “Velvet completely redefines cabaret as a disco inferno which shocks, surprises and scintillates at every turn” Patrick McDonald, The Advertiser. The show directed by Craig Ilott, with lighting by Matthew Marshall and set and costumes designed by James Browne has kicked off with roaring success. It will play until 15th March in Adelaide, followed by a Sydney season later in the year at the Opera House. If you only see one show in 2015, make sure ...
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THE FIRST WIVES CLUB TO TAKE THE STAGE IN FEBRUARY
Based on the iconic 1996 film starring Bette Midler, Goldie Hawn and Diane Keaton, the latest adaptation of THE FIRST WIVES CLUB is set to wow US audiences early next year, with a view to continuing on to broadway. Directed by Simon Phillips with costumes and set by Gabriela Tylesova, the show will feature Tony Award-winner Faith Prince. Read more HERE.
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DAYLIGHT SAVING DELIGHTS AUDIENCES
Director Adam Cook’s latest project DAYLIGHT SAVING opened last week to rave reviews. Darlinghurst Theatre Company are staging the production as part of a tribute to legendary playwright Nick Enright, and have committed to staging two more of his works in the coming seasons. “Adam Cook has drawn together a cast of comedy experts who lithely skip through the material… the one-liners are excellent and perfectly delivered” – Daily Review Playing until November 30th, click HERE to book tickets!
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GREEN ROOM NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED
Congratulations to the following: Best Direction Theatre: Neil Armfield – The Book of Everything, Melbourne Theatre Company presents A Belvoir and Kim Carpenter’s Theatre of Image co-production Michael Kantor – The Shadow King, Malthouse Theatre Matthew Lutton – The Bloody Chamber, Malthouse Theatre Best Theatre Ensemble The Book of Everything, Melbourne Theatre Company presents A Belvoir and Kim Carpenter’s Theatre of Image co-production The Shadow King – Malthouse Theatre Betty Pounder Award For Excellence In Choreography: Dein Perry & David Atkins – Hot Shoe Shuffle ...
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DAAS SELLS OUT AT CANBERRA COMEDY FESTIVAL
The hugely loved DOUG ANTHONY ALL STARS (Tim Ferguson, Paul Livingston & Paul McDermott) have sold out their only two shows at the Canberra Comedy Festival in early March. They will also be performing on the Opening Night Gala on Tuesday 4th March. For further information and ticket purchases CLICK HERE.
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ONCE IN ROYAL DAVID’S CITY
OPENING TONIGHT Once in Royal David’s City opens this evening at Belvoir St Theatre, with HLA client Alan John composing the beautiful music.
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