The summer arts showcase returns to inspire courage, curiosity and community, writes Stephen Bevis.
Tag Archives: Fringe World
Reviews
BarbieQ brings Dolly sparkle to Koorliny
20 August 2025
Sequins, sass and a whole lot of heart — BarbieQ’s Dolly Parton tribute at Koorliny Arts Centre shone bright, writes Penny Shaw.
Reviews
Ballajura is the surprising inspiration for a heartfelt drag show
7 July 2025
Mark Naglazas reviews The Boy from Ballajura, which returned to Connections after winning raves during this year’s Fringe World.
Article
The A to Zed of reviewers | Vale David Zampatti
1 October 2024
We pay tribute to the late David Zampatti, a foundational Seesaw contributor whose love for artists and their work found fine expression as Perth’s leading theatre critic.
Features
How to choose your Fringe World shows
30 November 2023
Overwhelmed by the 2024 Fringe program? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
Reviews
Joe being naughty and not very nice
6 February 2023
Eddy Brimson’s Naughty Boy haunts the dark alleys and late-night empty train carriages of our nightmares. David Zampatti rides along.
Reviews
A cappella queens get the party started
5 February 2023
With sparkly dresses, neon shades and stunning harmonies, Meadowlark return to Fringe with a new greatest hits playlist. Bourby Webster is caught up in the heat of the moment.
Reviews
Heartfelt tale makes a double feature of family life
28 January 2023
David Zampatti laughed through tears at master tale teller Damian Callinan’s sweet, sad story of his mum, dad and post-war Melbourne.
Reviews
Hits and misses in tale of war’s human toll
26 January 2023
The Actors’ Hub offers valuable experience for those honing their craft but this production falls short, writes Claire Trolio.
Reviews
Shaken, twisted and stirred, Kiwi style
26 January 2023
There’s a lot more to Laser Kiwi’s Rise of the Olive than circus tricks. Nina Levy is delighted with what she finds.
