30th December 2017
by harryfiddler
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Muriel’s Wedding: the musical Ros Packer Theatre 26 December When I suggested to my musical-mad daughter that we have a family outing to the latest, greatest Australian musical, Muriel’s Wedding, she point blank refused. “No. It’s too depressing.” And this … Continue reading
27th November 2016
by harryfiddler
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It was a crowded house last night. Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, an all-star cast and a packed Concert Hall within. And without, all of Bennelong Point swarming with people either inside the enclosure, on the steps, or outside, … Continue reading
14th October 2015
by harryfiddler
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Opera and music theatre have always had a slightly uncomfortable relationship. They’re obviously related, but are they parent and child, cousins or siblings? Pinning down real differences between the two is difficult. Opera, of course, is serious, like Otello and … Continue reading