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.

Nails Must Be Kept Short: The Warm Up - Factory Theatre (NSW)

Caitlin A. Kearney

Mar 7
4 min

Nails Must Be Kept Short: The Warm Up - Factory Theatre (NSW)

The first iteration of Australia’s brand new queer, female-centred (that’s a pun) netball-flavoured musical comedy has arrived.

Xanadu the Musical - Sutherland Arts Theatre (NSW)

Justin Clarke

Feb 25
3 min

Xanadu the Musical - Sutherland Arts Theatre (NSW)

Roll away with the colourful characters of 'Xanadu' in this colour, disco production. 3.5 STARS

Stranger Sings – The Parody Musical - Salty Theatre (VIC)

Annika Loci

Nov 16, 2022
3 min

Stranger Sings – The Parody Musical - Salty Theatre (VIC)

Stranger Sings the Parody Musical heads to the Upside Down, Down Under! Read Annika's full theatre thoughts now.

A Lovely Day to Be Online - Melbourne Fringe Festival (VIC)

Annika Loci

Nov 6, 2022
2 min

A Lovely Day to Be Online - Melbourne Fringe Festival (VIC)

An intimate but energetic room eagerly awaited A Lovely Day to be Online. Read our full theatre thoughts now!

Titanic: The Movie, The Play - Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

Tessa Miles

Sep 20, 2022
2 min

Titanic: The Movie, The Play - Sydney Fringe Festival (NSW)

Performed as part of the Sydney Fringe Festival, created by Act React Reviewed by Tessa Miles 4 out of 5 Stars. Australian National...

The Mystery of Edwin Drood – Seymour Centre (NSW)

Justin Clarke

Jul 11, 2022
3 min

The Mystery of Edwin Drood – Seymour Centre (NSW)

Directed by Alexander Andrews, Musical Direction by Andy Freeborn Reviewed by Justin Clarke The question of who killed Edwin Drood has...

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.

ArtsLab: Body of Work - 107 Redfern (NSW)

Justin Clarke

6 hours ago
4 min

ArtsLab: Body of Work - 107 Redfern (NSW)

Shopfront Arts Co-op bring back their regular and always interesting ArtsLab to 107 Redfern with an eclectic array of theatre works.

APOCKA-WOCKA-LOCKALYPSE: Adventures in the Deadlands!! - Meraki Arts Bar (NSW)

Justin Clarke

3 days ago
3 min

APOCKA-WOCKA-LOCKALYPSE: Adventures in the Deadlands!! - Meraki Arts Bar (NSW)

A charged lesson in art imitating life, you will laugh and probably cry, but at least your four furry friends will be there with you.

Collapsible - Red Line Productions (NSW)

Justin Clarke

Mar 14
2 min

Collapsible - Red Line Productions (NSW)

Do you ever feel like a collapsible chair? It's no Katy Perry , but it is utilised well in Red Line Production's 'Collapsible' 3.5 STARS

When The Rain Stops Falling - Theatreworks (VIC)

Lillian Gerlach

Mar 11
3 min

When The Rain Stops Falling - Theatreworks (VIC)

A long awaited production that shows a depth of care, but doesn't quite resonate. 3 STARS

The Lies We Were Told - ARA Darling Quarter Theatre (NSW)

Justin Clarke

Feb 23
3 min

The Lies We Were Told - ARA Darling Quarter Theatre (NSW)

Perfect for the young, and the young at heart, Shopfront & Monkey Baa's team up puts talented young performers front and centre.

Anything You Can Do - Pony Cam Collective (VIC)

Annika Loci

Feb 22
3 min

Anything You Can Do - Pony Cam Collective (VIC)

Anything You Can Do is a poignant reminder about what we each have to offer.

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.

Big Screen, Small Queen (Everything I Didn’t Learn At Film School) - KXT Kings Cross (NSW)

Caitlin A. Kearney

Feb 18
3 min

Big Screen, Small Queen (Everything I Didn’t Learn At Film School) - KXT Kings Cross (NSW)

Etcetera Etcetera shows their multitalented skills in a production that is at war with its genre and form. 3 STARS

Blanc de Blanc Encore - The Grand Electric (NSW)

Juliana Payne

Jan 11
3 min

Blanc de Blanc Encore - The Grand Electric (NSW)

Conceived and directed by Scott Maidment Reviewed by Juliana Payne The Grand Electric Sydney Weds 11 January 2023 5 STARS What a way to...

Juliana Payne

Dec 6, 2022
3 min

M’AP BOULÉ – Darlinghurst Theatre (NSW)

Juliana attended the spectacular and powerful M’AP BOULÉ at Darlinghurst. Read her full theatre thoughts now.

Juliana Payne

Nov 14, 2022
2 min

Soiree Cabaret, with Kara Zmatiq

Juliana shares her theatre thoughts on the Soiree Cabaret, with Kara Zmatic. Read them now!

Blacklisted – Hayes Theatre Co & Rogue Projects (NSW)

Justin Clarke

Nov 10, 2022
3 min

Blacklisted – Hayes Theatre Co & Rogue Projects (NSW)

Blacklisted is labelled as a one-woman show about borders and belonging. Read our full theatre thoughts now.

ALL THAT FOSSE - Hayden Orpheum, Cremorne (NSW)

Juliana Payne

Oct 2, 2022
2 min

ALL THAT FOSSE - Hayden Orpheum, Cremorne (NSW)

When you get a call-out to review a show called All That Fosse it’s a no brainer - you just put your hand up!