On behalf of everyone in Sydney, I felt so incredibly embarrassed recently. Though I don't subscribe to that whole Melbourne/Sydney rivalry thing (both are terrific cities), I know that many people in Melbourne believe Sydney-siders are an uncouth bunch of yobbos. A gross generalisation, of course, and if you look at the stats, Sydney-siders are … Continue reading Things I’ve Seen Lately
Tag: theatre
Though I've been an ardent theatre-goer since high school days, I haven't been going as much lately as in previous years. Working in the media, I have often received free review tickets for many, many productions, including quite a few memorable opening nights. But as my job has changed, they're less frequent, and I'm mostly … Continue reading Theatre Weekend
As we sat and waited for the performance to begin, I had little idea of what to expect. My friend invited me, on the recommendation the work had been curated by a colleague at the ABC, Daniel Browning. Daniel presents "Awaye", a weekly program about Indigenous arts and culture. And one of the most awesome … Continue reading Winter Nights
There was a moment toward the end of tonight's show when a large tear swelled up, and rolled down my right cheek. It's also the bit in the movie that always upset me: the moment when the mother died. Or rather, committed suicide. My mum didn't commit suicide, but in many ways she had lost … Continue reading Muriel’s Wedding – The Musical
The last few days have been "action-packed". As well as work during the day, I've had quite a few social activities this week. Trivia night on Wednesday. Thursday night going to see a play, part of Late Night Library at Surry Hills Library. And then yesterday afternoon/last night, we popped in to 4A Gallery, and … Continue reading Theatre and Art
In high school, in 1982 or 1983 (I can't remember), we studied the play "Who's Afraid Of Virginia Woolf". As we read the play in class, my teacher chose me to play the role of George. Typecast? My friend Sue played Martha. Anthony played Nick. Louise played Honey. We all loved our roles, and continue … Continue reading Two Terrific Plays
You know how when you walk away from a comedy night you're supposed to feel good about the world? Tonight I've walked away feeling a bit grumpy. Overall, I really loved the Comedy Showcase tonight at Sydney's Comedy Store. I thought the comedians (all part-timers I suspect, and all quite young, aside from Merrick Watts … Continue reading Comedy Should Be Funny