The Ladysingers’ series is an upbeat and joyful celebration of music and life, enhanced with the stories and memories that make for a memorable evening. It’s not surprising that this show was the first to sell-out in the 2024 and 2025 Anywhere Festival programs.

The Visitors is a must-see show; a relevant, funny, and thought-provoking piece that is First Nations storytelling at its finest

Writer-director Kaela Gray has crafted a clever, thought-provoking, funny, and sometimes moving work that is highly relatable and beautifully observed. Clutter is a great piece of theatre, set in a well-chosen venue, and performed by a superb cast.

Angel Strings celebrates its 21st birthday in 2025. What better way to celebrate such an important milestone than with a program of events that each include music that is meditative, melodic, stirring, uplifting, and a joy to experience.

The Whitfield Studio team has a success on their hands. This is a show that delivers on its promises… and just a little more. Expect surreal moments, some dark humour, entrails… and a final twist that will give you plenty to talk about over a post-show beverage.

There is much to enjoy in this 2025 Superstar rock concert production: the lead vocals are all strong, it’s great to hear this score played by talented musicians, and the staging is a visual delight. But Jesus Christ Superstar can be so much more than just a rock concert.

Zen Zen Zo’s dance /physical theatre form may not be for everyone, but Blushing is a timely and provocative work that gives us all food for thought.

Come From Away is a a superb addition to the Savoyards’ portfolio: a one-act musical that reminds us that in the very darkest of times people can come together and show the best of humanity.

It is easy to see why Shoggoth’s Old Peculiar is already attracting an enthusiastic following. Don’t miss out on this otherworldly musical experience and the work of these talented musicians.

Congratulations to the students, teachers, and families on an impressive demonstration of the skills of talented That’s Dance and Acrobatics’ students.

Jaws: For Kids! is highly recommended as a really entertaining show for adults and kids. You will come away with a raft of ‘fun facts’(ting) about the importance of sharks, a respect for talented kid’s entertainers, and a smile on your face. Here’s hoping that the Act React team bring the excellent Jaws: For Kids! to wider audiences soon, as they have another hit on their hands.

Magic Glenn had the kids in the room dancing about and trying to 'keep those bubbles alive,' with lots of applause from the adults, who enjoyed the various combinations of bubbles with smoke and even fire.

Murder At The Bowlo makes for an enjoyable evening; an immersive piece of light-hearted escapist entertainment that can be enjoyed by all members of the family and is a great choice for a group of friends or colleagues. Or just buy a ticket for yourself and enjoy the fun.

There will be many of us who will identify with this one, having only ever ‘rehearsed’ in the garage and never made it to the stadium stages… ‘If only’ we had turned left then we would have made it to the big time…

Minola Theatre has attracted a strong cast for this PIP Theatre production—a funny and heartening tale that comes with warnings of themes of depression and suicide.

The preview audience was treated to an enthusiastic performance, and I am sure that StarKids fans will be flocking to this show

Glitter Martini’s Absolute Trash is creative, saucy, funny, skilful, and occasionally spellbinding. And a great opportunity to see Trent Charles’s Natrasha Binit… 

Isaac Ruthenberg has a great voice, strong stage presence, and flamboyant dance moves—and Ella Dickson relishes every opportunity to find the fun in the characters of Rosie and the scatty Whisper C.

In a Moment is a clever, funny, and beautifully observed piece of writing that encourages us all to think about the moments of connection, love, and friendship across our lives.

The Queensland premiere of Angus Cameron’s witty Australian Open is perfectly timed to coincide with ‘that’ Melbourne January tennis tournament. If you can drag yourself away from watching televised sport, Australian Open is a great choice for an evening out with friends.

Scandalton is the perfect choice for a fun, and slightly saucy, pre-Christmas night out with a group of friends or colleagues. Just warn lovers of Jane Austen that this is period drama, but not quite as they know it.  

Sadly, the highly successful 10-year tour of Women Like Us ends this week. If you can still find tickets, just go. 2024 has been a challenging year for most, and we all really can do with a good laugh. You don’t have to be female, or over-50, to enjoy this show.

Ickoholics Anonymous is definitely one to see: a witty, well-observed, cabaret showcase of the writing, acting, singing, and comic talents of Lucy Lucia.

The PIP 2024 Toucan Club season includes a first week Vintage Belles show featuring swing and jazz classics—plus a classic twist to several contemporary songs, with a focus on music by strong women.

If you are not at all familiar with Round the Twist, just go along for the magical ride--particularly if you are looking for a pantomime alternative for children age 7-11 . 

I was charmed by the latest production by the talented Blue Roo crew. Midnight at the Cemetery is a light-hearted tale, with a moral message that is suited to all ages.

Photographs from the 2024 4MBS Shakespeare Festival production of Anthony and Cleopatra.

We may just be seeing a rebirth of the Drag King genre. DragSpeare is an unmissable highlight of Brisbane’s 2024 Melt Festival, so get in quick.

I am so pleased I had the opportunity to see the premiere of this excellent new work by Harry Fritsch (Playwright), and to be yet again impressed by the work of Virag Dombay (Director/Producer).

AI May encourages audiences to reflect on all that is human: to love, laugh, sing, dream, tell stories, cherish memories, and grieve.