Category: Theatre – Devised

Okay, here we go. Catfish Trifecta is the sort of show that belongs in a Roman gladiatorial arena. The Circus Bar is a close second best. The show itself is an experimental devised format, as evidenced by the fact they don’t charge for the privilege. But that’s not really why we’re here. What Catfish Trifecta… Read more

NOTE: This review will not contain spoilers I’ve always suspected that Isaac wasn’t human. On a warm spring evening, thirty or so of us huddle into the Studio at BATS where we’re greeted by a shiny, decked out creature welcoming us in. This is the eponymous blip. played by Wellington performer, Isaac Hooper. Or, a… Read more

There’s a sort of desperation that makes people go insane. Sometimes the desire for something is so strong, you’d cast all common sense aside in its pursuit. You’d betray for it, you’d die for it, you’d sell your soul to the devil for it. Tonight I witnessed that desperation in a perfect, hilarious distilled form… Read more

Political satire tends to have a reputation for being biting, cutting, and even aggressive. That doesn’t have to be the case. Koru Hour: 2 Elite 2 Handle, a new sketch show by Anna MacLean and Lesa Macleod-Whiting of Airhorn! fame, proves that punching up can be goofy, authentic, and above all, fun. The sketches all… Read more

Get your radios tuned and your bowler hats pressed because we’re heading back to 1925. The Burton Brothers, Tom and Josh, are kitted out in dashing outfits straight from the (other) 20s, presenting a mind-blowingly tight sketch show (directed by Tiana Hogben) that had me laughing in amazement from start to finish. From the moment… Read more

There’s an initial vibe to the Circus Bar on this chilly Wellington night that can only be described as pink af. Between Peter Liley’s ‘I am Kenough’ hoodie, Bethany Miller’s stylish ascot scarf and Megan Connolly’ hip beret, Goody Goody Glam Pop nails the tone of a bubblegum nation while delivering a wholesome satire on… Read more