A magical masterclass from the world's greatest stand-up
Chris Rock proves he is the absolute king of comedy with a stunning show tackling race, marriage and Meryl Streep's hidden skills.
Stage
Cyrens pays tribute to Broadway's unsung hero
Throwing this particular trio of voices together on this particular music with these particular arrangements is particularly stunning.
Cabaret veteran Archer aims for head, not heart
A move to the Gold Coast made cabaret veteran Robyn Archer re-evaluate her attitude towards the arts but she says she's still aiming to make people think - and maybe shed the odd tear.
Theatre
How intense is 'vomiting', 'fainting' 1984, really?
"Can I handle the STC's new production of 1984?" Apparently this is a question theatregoers are fretting over.
Torture scenes not as bloody awful as advertised
The protagonists go somewhat limp - and not just in the face of torture
Brilliant adaptation of a timeless classic
Sport for Jove's production is exciting and touching.
Dance
Francis digs deep to score extraordinary life
Bangarra's tribute to a warrior and diplomat opens at the Opera House, on land that now bears his name.
Nice space, shame about the show
The Unsettling turned out to be a non-event, but it gave the audience a look at the new Carriageworks space.
Birthday celebration is cheeky, fun and feel-good
Quick, light movements that energise the traditional sequences are translated into showbiz routines.
Musicals
New Muriel's Wedding star named
Sydney Theatre Company has announced that Maggie McKenna will take the lead role for its upcoming production, Muriel's Wedding The Musical, the stage version of the much-loved 1994 film starring Toni Collette.
How the Tony Awards dictate our live entertainment diet
You might not have heard of it yet, but the Tony Awards just ensured Dear Evan Hansen is the next big musical.
Blanchett, Minchin miss out on awards at Spacey's Tonys
His performance as host has been widely praised by the industry and viewers.
Opera
Sublime music and fart jokes, too
Pinchgut Opera's winter production often presents events which, history tells us, shaped the development of music.
Dean's heart-wrenchingly beautiful opera wows Glyndebourne audiences
Hamlet has everything on which opera thrives: murder, love, lust, intrigue, betrayal, revenge – and a ghost. Not to mention a duel, followed by a pile of bodies.
The Nixon Tapes review: concert captivates with its climactic musical excitement
This is a concert of unflagging interest and intellect from two distinctive younger voices and an enduring work from a venerated master.
Comedy
'I don't hate myself any more': why Hannah Gadsby is retiring from comedy
At the height of her creative powers, Hannah Gadsby is walking away from stand-up. She reveals her long struggle with creativity, sexuality and illness - and how it all led to this point.
Rock's show not blockbuster fans hoped for
While there is plenty to like about Chris Rock's ability to explore uncomfortable topics fearlessly, this show felt undercooked.
Chris Rock surprises fans with secret gigs on Australian tour
Comedy club punters in Perth and Melbourne scored a massive treat with surprise appearances by Chris Rock.