 reviewed by Russell Baillie (New Zealand Herald) 18 Jun 2012 |
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Basking in glow of big-time Conchords The last time Flight of the Conchords played in Auckland it was a comedy festival stint at the Classic. Back then, they were an up and coming act. And they up and went - their live show made the leap to a BBC radio series, two seasons of the HBO sitcom, Grammy-winning big-selling albums with all of the above making them a comedy stadium act on both sides of the Atlantic. [more] |
 reviewed by Michael Stevens (GayNZ) 18 Jun 2012 |
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Funny, moving, confronting It’s easy to be idealistic and radical when you’re young. What happens when the world ignores all your dreams and coldly moves on? Ravenhill made his name with “Shopping and Fucking” in 1996, this work came out in 1999 and while it’s very well-acted and directed here, the plot shows its age at times. [more] |
 reviewed by Kate Sullivan 18 Jun 2012 |
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A celebration of talent and unique dance qualities No piece is void of some form of dancer to dancer contact, this element of relationships is cleverly weaved into every piece. Beautiful aesthetics are created during the moments of the choreography when the dancers drape themselves over each other and bear each other's weight in various ways. The simple act of holding hands creates more powerful images throughout the dance and again reiterates the theme of connections. Even the youngest dancers have good ensemble skills and can confidently move around the stage with the other dancers. [more] |
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LEAPS AND SOUNDS at Michael Fowler Centre reviewed by Lyne Pringle 18 Jun 2012 |
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Delivering under pressure People were happy afterwards and many people I have spoken to since really enjoyed the performance, taking delight in naming their favourite piece. Do it again NZSO and RNZB! [more] |
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LEAPS AND SOUNDS at Michael Fowler Centre reviewed by Jennifer Shennan (Dominion Post) 18 Jun 2012 |
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Performers at sparkling best in twin treat This refreshing endeavour, a visual and aural treat, is a winner from every angle, and choreography and composition are mutually illuminating in every case. Performers in both ballet company and orchestra, conducted by Hamish McKeich, were at their sparkling best. [more] |
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AU REVOIR BY WHITIREIA PERFORMING ARTS at Whitireia Performance Centre, 25-27 Vivian Street reviewed by Jennifer Shennan (Dominion Post) 18 Jun 2012 |
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Works a triumph of movement and costuming These are 1st, 2nd and 3rd year students in the Performing Arts degree course, but have all the aplomb and confidence of a seasoned professional troupe. Live music of drumming and vocals are as good as you’ll get. It’s heartening to witness the integration of these arts, never torn apart before so don’t have to be re-assembled now. Lucky young citizens, and they know it. [more] |
 reviewed by Dean Parker 17 Jun 2012 |
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McGlone and Henare bloom midst the hookers “With winter upon us, many of you we know have been wondering—what are the compensations for living in New Zealand? We’re at the bottom of the world, we’re as far away from every interesting place as possible, it costs us a fortune to go anywhere, we have the highest cost of living in the universe, we have wages so low we can compete with China, we have public holidays so pitifully few that other countries have to embark on austerity programmes to get down to our level ..." [more] |
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reviewed by Adey Ramsel 17 Jun 2012 |
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Questionable play superbly delivered Raw, fast and to the point, this NZ premiere of Ravenhill’s one act play is as naked as the stage it plays out on. With nothing to hide behind, not even costume in a couple of places, this cast do well to keep the action well-paced and the quick-witted and bleak dialogue flowing. [more] |
 reviewed by John Smythe 15 Jun 2012 |
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Amusing and bemusing Now at Bats, Anders Falstie-Jensen’s ironically-named Standstill is simultaneously less complex, insightful and profound in its contents, and more varied in its physical presentation. Three actors play two or three characters each, plus the odd other, in an episodic series of monologues and sketched scenarios. [more] |
 reviewed by Greer Robertson 14 Jun 2012 |
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In Fine Fettle Four new works by New Zealand choreographers are presented by six proficient and passionately committed dancers. Undauntedly, they give their all. And all in attendance marvel at the honed physicality and consummate technique the dancers display. [more] |
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