Review Archive
Welcome to the review archive.
Theatre and dance reviews since 2006.
Speed is Emotional
Auckland, Wellington, Whangarei
17/04/2025 - 29/03/2026
"Clever, painfully funny, human – an inspiring, emotionally eloquent work..
"Courageous and innovative, a unique journey through ADHD with songs. Recommended...
How To Build A Gate
Wellington
17/02/2026 - 21/02/2026
"Funny, high-energy physicality, excellent comic timing and an ending to make us think about what we want more of..
Once Upon a Time in Homowood
Wellington
17/02/2026 - 21/02/2026
"Camp, fast and furious chaos built on firm foundations..
Sōsisi Tales
Wellington
17/02/2026 - 21/02/2026
"Unapologetically Tongan, utilises humour to discuss misogyny and breaking the cycle of abuse..
night ferals
Wellington
17/02/2026 - 21/02/2026
"A delightful homage to modern absurd sketch comedy with a twist..
D' Things N Such
Wellington
04/03/2025 - 28/02/2026
"A showcase of modern-day absurdism, algorithmic surrealism and YouTube/TikTok style anti-humour..
"Compelling performers – and three actors in search of a playwright?..
CRUSH THE BUG
Wellington
18/11/2025 - 15/02/2026
"Ingenious nonsense, absurd community-building, and a good antidote to the stressful times we live in..
"Apparently casual clowning that makes us think and feel..
Katy Borrows is Cooked
Global
13/02/2026 - 07/03/2026
"Problems with production and narrative flow subvert entertainment potential..
SEXY GHOST BOY
Wellington, Hastings, Dunedin, Christchurch
20/03/2019 - 15/02/2026
"By turns alluring, inviting, exasperated, nervous, surprised, demanding – a pleasure..
"Here Comes A Supernatural Consent King..
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EL COLIBRÍ
Wellington
13/02/2026 - 15/02/2026
"Smartly scripted sibling rivalries, conflicts and love genuinely affecting..
"If Music Be The Food Of Love": Shakespeare in Song
Dunedin
14/02/2026 - 15/02/2026
"A great deal of fun, celebrating Shakespeare and Dunedin artistry..
Shift of Tides
Wellington
14/02/2026 - 15/02/2026
"Mesmerising, reflective and haunting performance in the midst of the busy nightlife...
Stupid Stupid
Wellington
14/02/2026 - 15/02/2026
"Clowning gold, farcical cabaret and acrobatics, and very silly..
Tap Fusion
Wellington
13/02/2026 - 14/02/2026
"Rhythms speaking volumes with exhilarating fusions and slick ensemble..
GOMIL
Nelson, Christchurch, Wellington, Raumati, New Plymouth, Palmerston North
30/11/2024 - 07/03/2026
"Comedic with a distinct undercurrent of poignant wisdom..
"All elements combine to make a greater whole..
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Quite a F.E.W. (Funny Empowered Women)
Wellington
13/02/2026 - 14/02/2026
"Leaves its audience highly entertained and very enlightened on matters important to all humanity..
Driving me crazy
Wellington
13/02/2026 - 14/02/2026
"Takes us on a hilarious and hair-raising ride..
Out of a Dark Wood
Wellington
13/02/2026 - 19/02/2026
"A personal presentation of fact and history, laced with emotion and nostalgia, has a dreamlike quality..
Kipling DC's Lemonade Stand (& Friends)
Wellington
13/02/2026 - 14/02/2026
"Low stakes, welcoming and fresh, plenty of laughs and abundant good vibes..
Ghost Bros
Wellington
13/02/2026 - 15/02/2026
"Achieved with insight, humour and some heartfelt poignant moments..
Bad Bard Bar Show
Wellington
13/02/2026 - 14/02/2026
"Funny, a little chaotic, musically strong and proudly theatrical..
Musical! (The Musical)
Christchurch
12/02/2026 - 21/02/2026
"Laugh-out-loud moments from a talented band of improv performers..
Below The Worms
Wellington
03/02/2026 - 07/02/2026
"Charming, funny and just strange enough to keep you hooked..
