It’s hard not to gush like a punctured artery over the awesome artistry on show in Dracula, the latest, and arguably greatest, production in the Kip Williams’ cine-theatre universe.
There are so many poignant scenes, so many stories along the way, so many loves and losses in Tina's life, to bring her to the musical genius and legend she became.
With its tent compound of concession stands, carnival games and intimate seating area, it is old-school circus with old-school aesthetics in a litany of different offerings, almost like a variety show.
The play’s title refers to the dangers of what can happen to democracy: first, you count heads, and if that doesn’t work, you must crack them.
Superbly performed by the ensemble, this collaboration is unlike any of Bangarra’s previous works and introduces Australian audiences to an entirely new physical vocabulary that is both powerful and lyrical.
The circus skills are high and shine brightly, especially when dramatic ideas are sometimes overextended.