theatre

Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, Steven Spielberg, Rita Moreno, Ariana DeBose, and David Alvarez attend the New York premiere of West Side Story on November 29, 2021 in New York City. Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images

January 11, 2022, 10:07 am

The Golden Globes happened overnight, but you never would have known. While the ceremony took place, there was no audience, no red carpet and it was not televised. So, which Jewish actors received gongs?

By AJN STAFF

December 29, 2021, 3:00 pm

On the road again

With more than 40 years of experience, Austen Tayshus knows how to read a room and get a reaction from the audience. And after a quiet couple of years, he's excited to be back on the road. The AJN spoke to the comedian about what's in store for his upcoming shows.

By Jessica Abelsohn

The cast of Girl from the North Country. Photo: Pierre Toussaint

December 29, 2021, 10:20 am

Boldly reimagining Dylan’s songs

A modern-day masterpiece that has taken the theatrical world by storm, Girl From the North Country is one of the most critically acclaimed new productions of the 21st century. The AJN spoke to Peter Kowitz about the smash hit and how he felt being part of such a soulful production.

By Jessica Abelsohn

December 23, 2021, 7:50 pm

The decadence of dance

Decadance was created to mark a decade of Ohad Naharin at the creative helm of the Batsheva Dance Company. Now, it's making its way to the Sydney Festival, with local dancers helping to reimagine the piece. The AJN speaks to Rachael Osborne, who is part of the team bringing the production to Australian audiences.

By Jessica Abelsohn

Still Unqualified. Photo: Christian Trinder

December 8, 2021, 9:00 am

Ensemble Theatre launches 2022 season

The Ensemble Theatre brings you eight plays, six brand new Australian works, six world premieres and two special events.

December 5, 2021, 11:00 am

Scraps of Heaven on the stage

Kadimah is bringing the iconic Arnold Zable’s book, Scraps of Heaven, to life.

By Jessica Abelsohn

The Yiddish version of Waiting for Godot at the Royal Dramatic Theatre.Photo: Magnus Swärd/Judisk kultur i Sverige

December 1, 2021, 12:00 pm

Yiddish revival takes centre stage in Sweden

By JTA

Stephen Sondheim. Photo: AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth.

November 28, 2021, 2:12 pm

Stephen Sondheim dies aged 91

The entertainment world is in mourning as one of the theatre's greats passes away.

By Jessica Abelsohn

The finishing touches are being put on the Theatre Royal. Photo: David Boon

November 22, 2021, 9:30 am

Welcome back to the theatre, Sydney

The Theatre Royal is throwing open its doors in December, once again welcoming patrons back after a gorgeous refurbishment.

By Jessica Abelsohn

Stuart Miller. From left: Emily Nkomo, Tim Draxl, Natalie Bassingthwaighte and Liam Head star as The Healys in Jagged Little Pill.

November 19, 2021, 8:00 am

Nineties grunge meets musical theatre

Even those who aren't Alanis Morissette fans will love the award-winning musical Jagged Little Pill which is finally opening in Australia. The AJN spoke to Tim Draxl about how it feels to be back on stage with live audiences and the very real themes the musical addresses.

By Jessica Abelsohn

November 17, 2021, 12:56 pm

Michael Shafar entertaining Sydney and Melbourne

Michael Shafar is back on stage, trying to solve all of the world’s problems the only way he knows how, by telling jokes.

By AJN STAFF

October 31, 2021, 10:00 am

American founding father was Jewish?

It took Broadway by storm and when it finally reached Australia, theatres went dark within the first couple of months. Now, smash-hit musical Hamilton is back at Sydney's Lyric Theatre and will be staged in Melbourne next year. Did you know, there's evidence that Alexander Hamilton may have been Jewish?

By Jessica Abelsohn

Romeo and Juliet, featuring Ako Kondo and Chengwu Guo. Photo: Pierre Toussaint

October 27, 2021, 12:05 pm

A new era of ballet

The Australian Ballet announced its 2022 season with time-honoured classical ballets and striking contemporary works.

By AJN STAFF

October 25, 2021, 1:15 pm

What’s happening in Sydney

As Sydney smashes vaccination targets, cinemas, theatres, live stage shows and galleries are finally throwing open their doors and welcoming everyone in again. The question is though, where should you go first?

By Jessica Abelsohn

Love and Information at Malthouse Theatre. Photo: Pia Johnson

October 22, 2021, 8:00 am

A theatre design journey

Theatre designer David Fleischer always had an interest in the arts from a very young age. He has stayed positive throughout the pandemic lockdowns and now with Australia slowly re-opening, Fleischer spoke to The AJN about how he started out, his creative process and favourite performances.

By Jessica Abelsohn