Miriam Keane

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Oct 05

THEATRE: Eurobeat: Almost Eurovision – Northern Light Theatre Company – Shedley Theatre

Who doesn’t love Eurovision – with its corny songs, multiple costume changes, unparalleled enthusiasm, and awkward hosts? It’s become a phenomenon that in recent years sees groups of friends gathering together to enjoy the food of the host nation, while they watch the amazing, awkward, endearing and downright weird offerings put forth by each European …

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Sep 14

THEATRE: Brief Encounter – Kneehigh (STCSA season 2013) – Dunstan Playhouse – 4.5K

What do you do if you meet the love of your life and it’s not the person you’re married to? UK based theatre company Kneehigh (as part of the State Theatre Company of South Australia’s 2013 season) presents an adaptation of Nöel Coward’s Brief Encounter; a film from 1945 which was itself a reworking of …

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Jul 20

THEATRE: Oliver! – Gilbert & Sullivan Society – Arts Theatre

It’s a safe bet that most people are at least vaguely familiar with the story of Oliver Twist, the young orphan boy who dared to ask for more gruel, was ejected from the workhouse and consequently found himself a member of a gang of young pickpockets. The musical version by Lionel Bart is a perennial …

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Jun 21

CABARET FESTIVAL: Martha Wainwright – Come Home to Mama – Dunstan Playhouse – 3.5K

This is one of those shows that prompts you to question just how wide the definition of “cabaret” can be. With the full band behind her, it seemed a little odd to be sitting in the surrounds of a theatre for a show that felt like it would go off in a pub. 3.5K

Jun 20

CABARET FESTIVAL – Paul McDermott – The Dark Garden – Festival Theatre Stage – 3.5K

The songs are pleasing, in a beautiful, sorrowful, cathartic way. Musically, the four piece band (lead by Stu Hunter) and string quartet compliment McDermott’s voice and the arrangements are satisfying. 3.5K

Jun 16

CABARET FESTIVAL: Virginia Gay – Songs to Self-Destruct to – 5K

This is a superb vehicle for Gay to show off her considerable musical and comedic talent and she provided a highly enjoyable hour of entertainment. 5K

Jun 15

THEATRE: And No More Shall We Part – Bakehouse Theatre – 4K

For anyone who has had someone close to them receive news of a terminal illness and faced the inescapability of the situation, this play and the performances in it will be gut-wrenching, heartbreaking and may leave you feeling emotionally shattered. 4K

Jun 14

CABARET FESTIVAL: You, Me & the Bloody Sea – Space Theatre – 4K

While it still needs to be cut back and tightened in terms of the narrative and set list, the actual words, music and performances are all top quality and it’s a highly enjoyable show. 4K

Jun 11

CABARET FESTIVAL 2013 – Variety Gala Performance – 4.5K

By Julia George The 2013 Adelaide Cabaret Festival kicked off in spectacular style on Thursday night (6 June) with the annual Variety Gala Performance. Hosted by the infamous Craig Mclachlan, who did a great job with the right amount of comedy & wit, alongside Festival Artistic Director Kate Ceberano, the Gala saw 14 Festival Artists …

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Jun 11

CABARET FESTIVAL – Backstage Club

By Heather-Jean Moyes Opening night at the Backstage Club created a great vibe and set the tone of the festival as accessible and very hipster, showcasing a random mix of surprising and classic performances. Well laid out, the cabaret seating allowed those down the front to get up close and personal and the designers provided …

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