Independent Theatre

Read all our latest reviews from the backbone of the arts world, Independent Theatre. Below you'll find the latest Musical, Play and Cabaret reviews. If you enjoy a review, leave a testimonial for our writers, or donate a $5 coffee to help support independent writers.

Musicals

Musicals don't always have to play on the big stage to be memorable. Some of the best musicals we've seen have been by Independent Artists. Read our thoughts now.

A Funny Thing Happened on The Way to The Forum - Chapel Off Chapel (VIC)

Annika Loci

Sep 17
4 min

A Funny Thing Happened on The Way to The Forum - Chapel Off Chapel (VIC)

Something for everyone as Watch This presents a hugely funny all-female version of Sondheim's classic. 3.5 STARS

Losing the Plot - Edinburgh Fringe Festival (UK)

Justin Clarke

Aug 15
3 min

Losing the Plot - Edinburgh Fringe Festival (UK)

A new jukebox musical from young creatives that will have you bopping along in your seat in the early hours of your Fringe morning. 3.5 STAR

Chriskirkpatrickmas: A Boy Band Musical - Edinburgh Fringe Festival (UK)

Justin Clarke

Aug 15
3 min

Chriskirkpatrickmas: A Boy Band Musical - Edinburgh Fringe Festival (UK)

A “Christmas Carol” meets "It's a Wonderful Life" in this NSYNC-inspired musical. It’s a hidden Fringe gem! 4 STARS

Justin Clarke

Aug 15
2 min

Fierce - Edinburgh Fringe Festival (UK)

Although taking a little too much inspiration from SIX, there is space to work this into its own unique story. 2 STARS

What Girls Are Made Of - Edinburgh Fringe Festival (UK)

Kate Gaul

Aug 14
3 min

What Girls Are Made Of - Edinburgh Fringe Festival (UK)

True story of Cora Bissett’s rollercoaster life and musical journey from the girl she was to the woman she became.

Forgetting Tim Minchin - Belvoir 25A (NSW)

Justin Clarke

Jul 17
3 min

Forgetting Tim Minchin - Belvoir 25A (NSW)

“Dear Tim, Forgetting Tim Minchin is a gem of a show, led artfully by its writer and star, Jules Orcullo.” 3.5 STARS

Plays

Independent Artists have the scope to tell some of the most gripping and surreal pieces of theatre. Read what we thought about some of the latest offerings from the new generation of artists.

Good Grief - Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

Natania McLeod

2 days ago
2 min

Good Grief - Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

A very special show that deals with a difficult subject with humour and tact, but also realness. 4 STARS

Five Year Reunion - Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

Juliana Payne

2 days ago
3 min

Five Year Reunion - Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

A sharply tuned radar for hypocrisy and self- delusion, Xavier Lynch is an artist on the rise. 3 STARS

Cate Fucking Blanchett – Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

Chanele Mao

7 days ago
3 min

Cate Fucking Blanchett – Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

An innovative, unique and multiversal play, that will take you on a journey with multi-layered twists and turns. 4 STARS

Natania McLeod

Sep 23
4 min

Human Activity - KXT on Broadway (NSW)

An honest painting of society today without pretence, Human Activity is a representation of compassion on a large scale. 4.5 STARS

Dragon Hearts - Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

Chanele Mao

Sep 16
3 min

Dragon Hearts - Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

A moving production that makes you feel lighter and full of fantasy as you leave the theatre. 4 STARS

The Maids - Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

Justin Clarke

Sep 14
3 min

The Maids - Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

Dark, sexual and off putting, That Theatre Co reaches for the skies in their inaugural season. 3.5 STARS

Cabaret

The one-artist show is not dead, and its comeback in recent years has been staggering. As well as this, the artform of Cabaret is bringing the heat in Australia's theatre venues. Read what we think is worth your time.

Blank: An Improvised Musical - Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

Justin Clarke

Sep 21
3 min

Blank: An Improvised Musical - Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

Little Triangle's latest musical offering is wildly absurd, improvised fun! 4 STARS

Jens Radda: Skank Sinatra -Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

Juliana Payne

Sep 14
2 min

Jens Radda: Skank Sinatra -Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

A playful night of double entendres and new takes on classic lounge tunes. Go see it! 3 STARS

YUCK Circus - Edinburgh Fringe Festival (UK)

Kate Gaul

Aug 24
2 min

YUCK Circus - Edinburgh Fringe Festival (UK)

Blending incredible shows of strength with hilarious (and sometimes horrifying) anecdotes, YUCK Circus is a social commentary

Ed: The New, Totally Unofficial, Ginger-Inclusive Parody Sketch Show -Edinburgh Fringe Festival (UK)

Justin Clarke

Aug 18
2 min

Ed: The New, Totally Unofficial, Ginger-Inclusive Parody Sketch Show -Edinburgh Fringe Festival (UK)

The most ridiculous amount of fun you can have at the end of your Fringe night, for Ginger and dull-haired audiences alike. 5 STARS

Juliana Payne

Jul 7
3 min

Tough Titties - Meraki Arts Bar (NSW)

Queen Hades serves up inclusive and empowering humour, ensuring that under-represented people feel seen and heard. 3.5 STARS

Justin Clarke

Apr 15
3 min

Actually, Good - MICF 2023 (VIC)

Drop everything and run to beg, buy, steal a ticket for Gillian Cosgriff's return to the musical comedy world.