Melbourne Reviews

Details: Darryl Emmerson; 02 February 2009

Poor Boy, the MTC's first presentation in the new Sumner Theatre, is a mixed bag. It places twelve Tim Finn songs in a plot by Matt Cameron, and the result is certainly worth pondering.

Details: Anna Lozynski; 02 February 2009

The legendary Ms Roberta Flack proved that although she and her vocal chords may be a little more fragile at almost 72 years of age, she is still a stunning diva

Details: Vito Mattarelli; 02 February 2009

Originally created by Tim Acito (book, music and lyrics), Zanna, Don’t! starts off really well, as it cleverly and charmingly sets the tone for the show and plays with the homosexual/heterosexual conventions.

Details: Carol Middleton; 24 January 2009

As part of the entertainment at the Australian Open, this family circus is performing every afternoon.

Details: Anna Lozynski; 23 January 2009

Every aspect of this work is well referenced and considered, despite the shoe string budget.

Details: Bron Batten; 21 January 2009

Little did we know that things were about to heat up even more as the show leapt into controversy as quickly as the performers leapt out of their costumes.

Details: Stephanie Glickman; 21 January 2009

As good ole’ fashioned entertainment The Horseman From Snowy River doesn’t hit the exhilarating heights that it could, despite the best attempts of a hard working master of ceremonies

Details: Vito Mattarelli; 19 January 2009

The first act’s impressive talent included Marney McQueen presenting a very funny rendition of Making Love Alone. David Harris followed with a beautiful version of Save the Last Dance and a tribute to Peter Allen

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