
This year is a landmark year for the music theatre world's greatest living composer, Stephen Sondheim. As he turns 80 years old, companies aound the globe are paying tribute with revivals of some of his much-loved creations.

The City is one of the most inspiring and unconventional works I’ve seen in a while, mesmerizing all the way through.

There is much to like about this tightly directed production. It’s part walking history tour of the beautiful and intriguing Abbotsford convent, part physical theatre, part puppet theatre, and more.


The theme is undeniably modern girl-power with an aggressive, nails-bared edge. Butler’s onstage persona is that of a woman who’s not going to take any bullshit from anyone, let alone a man.

Yohangza Theatre Company’s version serves up a favourite classic with a decidedly Korean flavour.