Anywhere Reviews
Read reviews from Anywhere Reviewers as well as links to other online publications giving you the heads up on what to see at Anywhere Festival.
Every year Anywhere Festival invites writers and performance lovers to write reviews of performances at the festival.We ask people to bring their own perspective and to tell us what we think - we're know you don't want to hear that everything is brilliant... unless of course it is.
Reviews start with the most recent and you can go back through Anywhere Festival reviews of our Brisbane festival, Sunshine Coast Festival, Noosa Festival, Moreton Bay festival and everything else.
Scottish Ceilidh Dance – Review by Irene McLeod
It was a privilege to attend the first Scottish Ceilidh Dance, held by the Ceilidh Clan, since 2019, a welcome addition to the Anywhere Festival 2023 line up of shows.With…
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Recipe for Relativity – Review by Jay Bowman
The first thing I thought when I walked into the downstairs floor of Cinnamon + Co, a homely vegan café in West End, was how on earth six of us were…
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Tipsy History – Review by Kristy Stanfield
Tipsy History is the latest themed circus variety show from company Glitter Martini, who brought us Absolute Trash and 7 Mortal Sinners at previous Anywhere Festivals. They’re a company known…
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13: The Play – Review by Virag Dombay
The aim of new collective Legacy Ensemble is to take audiences on a journey of discovery that leaves them asking more questions than they get answers. And 13: The Play…
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I’m Not Entirely Here – Review by Kaylee Vera
As is often the case with Anywhere Festival, my journey started in an alleyway. I was there to see Vena Cava Productions’ I’m not entirely here. Not sure what to…
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ART – Review by Kaylee Vera
The Tony, Olivier and Moliere Award winning play from the 1990’s, ART , is presented to an Australian audience for the first time during the 2023 Anywhere Festival. ART was…
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Polis and Panathenaia – Review by Virag Dombay
Written and directed by Georgia McKenzie, the work explored the narratives of five women of Greek Tragedies – Medea (Roxane Gardiner), Clytemnestra (Hannah Flannery), Phaedra (Grace Lofting), Medusa (Eli Free)…
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The Reunion – Review by Rebecca Lynne
The night began slowly, with audiences greeting each other at their assigned tables and chatting as if we were all old high school friends. Each table was joined by a…
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2AM: The Extended Cut – Review by Jay Bowman
The actors delivered an engaging performance and made masterful use of the space they were in. A prime example was during the formal scene – while Leola and Victoria (Sabrina…
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Into The Light – Review by Catherine Lawrence
There were so many memorable moments in Into the Light—from the synchronised screen-watching dance moves and ‘makeup’ piece (what do we really look like without those filters?!) through to the…
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Banshee’s Luck – Review by Catherine Lawrence
Andrew Gillanders (Producer, Playwright and Ælis) introduces Banshees Luck as ‘A Beggar’s Life for a Beggar’s Wish. Step into the fae-realm of Brianna Bodil Banshee. It’s a world between worlds…
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Tipsy History – Review by Catherine Lawrence
Tipsy History delivers the promised cocktail of circus and variety, mixed up with a smattering of booze past and present, and all poured into the award-winning Hiker brewhouse. This is…
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Ruby Gilbert’s Got a Secret – Review by Catherine Lawrence
The secret is out, with the preview of songs from Ruby Gilbert’s second EP played to a rapt audience at Brisbane’s Wawahine Lounge. It certainly sounds as if Ruby Gilbert…
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‘Eco Worrier: A Climate Cabaret’- Review by Sophie Heather
‘Eco Worrier: A Climate Cabaret’ was dynamic. Created by Hannah Gwatkin, in partnership with Anywhere Festival, ‘Eco Worrier: A Climate Cabaret’ educates audiences on the importance of being worried about the…
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‘Beverly Kills Presents: Heaven and Hell’ – Review by Isabel Davies
‘Beverly Kills Presents: Heaven and Hell’ was heavenly. Tucked away next to the bustling Suncorp Stadium, during the second night of the NRL Magic Rounds, stands the gorgeous (and pink)…
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Queen and Friend: Choose Your Own Comedy Adventure – Review by Kristy Stanfield
Presented by Grimes Productions as a part of the 2023 Anywhere Festival, Queen and Friend is a show made up entirely on the spot with two expert story weavers and…
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A Drop Too Many – Review by Catherine Lawrence
Created in response to the SEQ/Northern NSW floods and droughts, A Drop Too Many is a physical theatre work that highlights community strength in the presence of disaster—reminding audiences of the equal…
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The Hänz On Experience – Review by Catherine Lawrence
It really isn’t surprising that the alter ego of Hänz Gunter (Stefan Cooper-Fox) is a successful photographer, whose career also includes working as an MC, event entertainer and actor. Thanks…
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Card Houses – Review by Gloriana Grace
Presented by Harrison Mills and Anywhere Festival, Card Houses is an immersive, site-specific theatre production that physically invites you into the world of the story. In addition to the stress…
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Beverly Kills Presents: Heaven & Hell – Review by Shea Dawson
A group of sinners walk into an old church. Next-door, the raucous applause, screams and shouts of the NRL Magic Round boom through Suncorp Stadium; the echoes of Sweet Caroline…
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Date Night – Review by Catherine Lawrence
Chris Martin and Taylor Edwards are a double act in both senses of the phrase: a couple, and a great comedy partnership. So it’s not surprising that a ‘silly sketch…
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Are You Lonesome Tonight? – Review by Catherine Lawrence
It’s easy to see why. An intimate show (maximum audience size is 60), with high-quality performers who use the event as the opportunity to showcase some of their best-loved works—or,…
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Review: Anywhere Festival Fish Lane Opening Night Takeover
The 2023 Anywhere Festival opening, was a great start to this year’s festival, as the Fish Lane Arts Precinct ‘takeover’ gave the crowd a tantalising glimpse of some of the…
Read MoreReview by Elise Lawrence of Master of Delusions: False Profits presented by Master of Delusions and Anywhere Festival
A humorous hour of misdirection, miracles, and magic.
Read MoreReview by Rebecca Lynne of “Murder on the ‘Not-So’ Orient Express”, Presented by Mystify Events
Presented by Mystify Events, an event planning and entertainment group, Murder on the ‘Not-So’ Orient Express is a murder mystery set in an alternate 1920’s Brisbane. With heavy references to…
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Review by Catherine Lawrence of Silver Sircus: Home/Truth, presented by Silver Sircus
Silver Sircus has a musical style that is as eclectic and individual as Shaw’s compelling dark cabaret performance.
Read MoreReview by Theatre Haus of ‘The Girl on the Moon’ presented by Aoife Kissane and Matias Nunez
Steeped in the magical city that is Brisbane, ‘The Girl on the Moon’ is the coming-of-age story that Brisbanites need.
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Review by Catherine Lawrence of 7 Mortal Sinners, presented by Glitter Martini
7 Mortal Sinners has to be one of the most unusual events I have ever attended in a church.
Read MoreReview by Elise Lawrence of Putting On The Mask, presented by Haus of Beaver Productions
Claire Fitzpatrick presented a moving one-woman performance exploring the wide-ranging emotional impacts of loss. Seated at a small table facing the audience, Fitzpatrick performed the rituals of getting ready in…
Read MoreReview by Elise Lawrence of Oberon 11 presented by Inscape Assembly
Put on your detective hat for intergalactic immersive theatre by InScape Assembly Oberon 11 is an intergalactic prison, verging on purgatory, which houses four prisoners: a 19th century French socialite,…
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Review by Catherine Lawrence of Wind of Wall Street, presented by Corporate Dancers
Wind of Wall Street was perfectly located in the UQ GCI, as a fabulous stage for a dance work that questions traditional ways of working, and the toll the ‘Wall Street’ lifestyle takes on participants. Just as the UQ GCI building is designed to encourage a rethinking of office design, Wind of Wall Street asks whether the winds of change might ‘blow through’ the ways of office-work-lives.
Read MoreReview by Theatre Haus of ‘Oberon 11’, presented by Inscape Assemble
‘Oberon 11’ was mystifying. Is Captain Albatross guilty of stealing all the birds? Or is Desiree Iris responsible for trafficking human organs? Presented as part of Anywhere Festival at The…
Read MoreReview by Theatre Haus of ‘Little Shop of Horros’, presented by Cope Creative & de Jager Productions
‘Little Shop of Horrors’ was bloodthirsty.
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Review by Eleanor Surtees of Almost, Maine presented by Company ‘22 QCGU and Anywhere Festival
Almost, Maine is unlike anything I’ve watched before. The play focuses on the short stories of nine loosely connected couples in the fictional, almost-town of Almost. The awkwardness, hilarity, hope,…
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Review by Catherine Lawrence of If You Build It…, presented by High Tide Circus
The world premiere of ‘If You Build It’ was an entertaining way to spend a damp Sunday evening. The show was a veritable toolbox of delights: from creative calisthenics and amazing acrobatics, through to lyrical lyra, unicycle-riding, fun hula, and impressive juggling. Plus a couple of entertaining audience participation interludes.
Read MoreReview by Elise Lawrence of The Crash presented by Dugald Lowis
A poignant one act play by Dugald Lowis, following one family in the aftermath of a tragic car accident. Two teenage boys have been killed in a horrific car crash.…
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Review by Catherine Lawrence of The Rise of Suzi Quatro, presented by Georgie Neilsen
Four great musicians, celebrating the trail-blazing impact of Suzi Quatro. The 14 May world premiere of Georgie Neilsen’s showcase of Suzi Quatro’s 1970s hits was a memorable addition to the special list of Australian Modern events. It was also a house first—what Chris Osborne described as ‘Australian Modern’s first full-on rock-n-roll gig.’
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Review by Catherine Lawrence of Hello Stranger, presented by The Drawer Productions
Hello Stranger is a thought-provoking show about memory, loss, and love; a funny, sad, educational, clever, and thought-provoking work of immersive theatre.
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Review by Catherine Lawrence of Speakeasy, presented by Candy Shop Show Australia
The Candy Shop Show Australia has a winning formula: ‘dancing girls’ who can sing, tap, high-kick and Charleston through a variety of numbers and fast facts.
Read MoreReview by Rebecca Lynne of The Crash presented by Dugald Lowis
Presented as a collection of reflective monologues that blend into short interactions, this heartbreaking tale explores the complexities of love, life, and loss. Staged as a verbatim piece, the story…
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Review by Catherine Lawrence of The Last Laugh, presented by Fini
Last Laugh is a thought-provoking work of contrasts and questions
Read MoreArgonautika Review by Kathryn Barnes
Argonautika is an adaptation by Mary Zimmerman of the Greek classic Jason and the Argonauts, where Jason, the mythological hero sets sail on his ship Argo with his crew in…
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Review by Manna Marvel – Argonautika presented by BYTES
It may just be that BYTES harnessed the ability to perform, as well as an epic theatrical event, the power of *meteorokinesis this evening. Perhaps it was an invocation of…
Read MoreReview by Fiona Davy of In Melodiam
Hidden away in the basement of a West End café (Cinnamon and Co.) you will meet Edith (Claire Alcock), if you can see her – she is a ghost. On…
Read MoreReview by Fiona Davy of Colourless: A Collection of Poems
Arriving at Mappin’s Nursery and Aquarian I was really taken by the uniqueness of the venue, a blend of rock ‘n roll and pot plants, and an appropriately bold backdrop…
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Review by Catherine Lawrence of ‘Girl on the Moon’, presented by Aoife Kissane and Matias Nuñez
It’s great to see new drama on stage—particularly when the ‘stage’ is one of the expansive nooks and crannies of the Yeronga Paint Factory (a former factory for the manufacture…
Read MoreOlivia Watkins reviews IN MELODIAM
Co in West End.
Read MoreJulie Barns reviews Murder at the Bowlo by ImproMafia and Anywhere Festival
It’s 1987. I know this because I am enthusiastically greeted at the door to the Rural Party Fundraiser by an effervescent admin assistant whose dress style has been heavily influenced…
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