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The Unexpected Guest: An Unexpected Delight

Clocking in at almost three hours, Melbourne University Chinese Theatre Group’s adaptation of an Agatha Christie tale feels a colossal undertaking that never breaks a sweat. Immediately setting a dark tone, the play strikes a noir chord with an eerie soundscape and darkened set, save for the few scattered candles and a probing torch. We are given glimpses of gothic set pieces and portentous blocking … Continue reading The Unexpected Guest: An Unexpected Delight

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The Twelve: The Jury’s In

CTG’s production of The Twelve is an adaptation of an adaptation, referencing both the classic 1954 play Twelve Angry Men and its 1991 Japanese film parody The Gentle Twelve. Following the deliberations of a jury who are largely too superficial and goodhearted to convict a beautiful young woman of murder, The Twelve presents a humorous and thoughtful piece of theatre. The production’s greatest strength lay … Continue reading The Twelve: The Jury’s In

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Heathers The Musical: Regina George Has Nothing on These Girls…

UMMTA’s production of Heathers: The Musical is a rock musical based on the 1989 film Heathers. For two hours the audience is transported to Westerberg High – an apparently normal high school which clearly represents the issues of wider society. We follow the emotional journey of Veronica Sawyer (Ahila Navaratnam) – a valedictorian in the making, who craves for something more. Assisting her in her … Continue reading Heathers The Musical: Regina George Has Nothing on These Girls…

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