Catherine Lawrence

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.

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.

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.

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.’

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.

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.

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…

The Fabulous Melissa Western at Australian Modern

If it’s on at Australian Modern, then book it. You’ll enjoy a memorable evening: fabulous performers, great company, and a warm welcome to an intimate and stylish venue.

The Velvet Lounge Spectacle

Good to see a contemporary variety show, but tweaks definitely needed.

Dear Adults

A show about the frustrations and musings of under-18s, providing insights as to their thoughts about the adults in their lives. The majority of the cast may be under 18, but they together demonstrate a maturity of thought and performance that impresses.

Transit Tales: A Little Improv Gem

Pigasus Productions took the Anywhere Festival spirit to heart, as Transit Tales brings transit-themed improvised comedy to transit stops. A little improv gem.

Tapping fun for the kids

‘Utopia! And the Caravan Calamity’ is an energetic tap-dancing theatrical comedy for the under-eights.

Golden Dreams

Golden Dreams is an interesting new work, with compelling performances.

Pink Martini Pop Up Cabaret

The Pink Martini Popup Cabaret delivered: lavish costumes, passionate dancing, fabulous vocals, and a musical selection that travelled from France and Germany through to Portugal, Spain, and Brazil.

The Unmissable Neon Light Still Shines

An unmissable neonlight on Brisbane history

The Wacky Black Dossier

A great setting for a wacky ride through some unique conspiracy theories.

The Charming Cedar Rose

The Cedar Rose will inspire the imagination of kids age 3-8.

Walking in Banjo’s Boots

Banjo’s Boots is a pleasant way to spend 90 minutes.

Sometimes I Say Your Name out Loud

Compelling circus skills and clowning in a meditation on loss, hope and friendship.

Enthralling, entertaining, enjoyable

Enthralling, entertaining, enjoyable. A fantastic immersive theatre experience, where the venue is a vital component of the performance.

A fantastic workshop.. can’t wait to see the show(girls)!

A fantastic workshop.. can’t wait for the show(girls)!

An entertaining play-within-a-play-within-a-play-within-a-….

‘Caught in the Act’ takes you behind-the-scenes in an entertaining theatrical whodunnit.

Proving a Wake makes for a fun night out

The Wake is a great reason to leave the house.