Travels With JB

On Stage: Pear-Shaped

The devastating effects of an eating disorder and Lewis Carrol’s acclaimed 19th century children’s fantasy Alice in Wonderland would seem to have little in common.

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On Stage: Case Numbers

Explaining Case Numbers,  Dylan Cole’s 2023 Melbourne International Comedy Festival show, would most likely spoil many of the surprises awaiting audiences.

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On Stage: Dream House

The emotional toll of a break-up, American politics and iconic characters of the 80s all get a run in Dream House, Heather Valentine’s 2023 Melbourne International Comedy Festival show.

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On Stage: Way

The plight of the ever-increasing number of homeless women 55 years and over is laid bare in Way, now playing at La Mama Courthouse.

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On Stage: The Merry Wives of Windsor

Watching a new musical production of The Merry Wives of Windsor energetically presented by the Melbourne Shakespeare Company in a picturesque garden proved the perfect way to spend a  summer’s evening.

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On Stage: The Mentor

It’s easy to believe plenty of personal experiences have gone into The Mentor, a new Australian play on stage at Theatre Works.

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On Stage: Bed & Breakfast

The trials and tribulations of a gay couple opening a Bed and Breakfast establishment in country Victoria come to life on stage at Melbourne’s Chapel off Chapel.

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On Stage: Come From Away

The joyous musical Come from Away, playing at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre, perfectly illustrates that good things can come from catastrophic events.

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On Stage: 9 to 5 The Musical

Combine some of Australia’s most talented performers with a touch of Hollywood charm to tell a story of sweet revenge and you have the fun stage show 9 to 5 The Musical.

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