John Shand Posts

Playhouse, Sydney Opera House, June 10 6.5/10 Eddie Izzard loves a challenge. Her 131 marathons since 2009, raising money for charity, began with completing 43 of them in 51 days, despite no previous distance running. That gives context to her 140-minute version of Hamlet, playing all roles. For most actors,…

Roslyn Packer Theatre, June 4 8.5/10 This conquering hero of a play returns almost to where it began, and we’re reminded why it has earned such accolades. We witness the consummate craft and searing honesty that won Suzie Miller an Olivier Award in London, after scooping Griffin and Awgie Awards…