Browsing Articles - Author: Renz Colasito

Four Weeks Left for Jesus Christ Superstar in Melbourne

Musical Theatre 26 May, 2025

Jesus Christ Superstar Princess Theatre, Until 22 June, 2025 Following rapturous praise from critics and audiences alike, the “unmissable” (The Age) production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s celebrated rock musical JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR will close at the Princess The… Read Article

Sydney Will Say Farewell to Annie in Four Weeks’ Time

Musical Theatre 26 May, 2025

Annie The Musical  Capitol Theatre, Sydney  Following rapturous praise from critics and audiences alike, the ever-popular Broadway musical Annie will close at Sydney’s Capitol Theatre on 21 June ahead of its transfer to Melbourne’s Princess Theatre from 10 July. Book your ticket… Read Article

MONOLITH: Joel Bray on Movement, Protest, and the Power of Stillness

Interviews 25 May, 2025

Interview with Joel Bray By Chris Duncan Arts House, Melbourne | 3 – 15 June 2025 Presented in partnership with RISING In MONOLITH, Wiradjuri choreographer Joel Bray trades words for weight, text for tension, and dialogue for dance. Known for immersive and participatory works that w… Read Article

Cast Announced for Footloose: The Musical

Musical Theatre 25 May, 2025

Footloose: The Musical Athenaeum Theatre, Playing Until August Melbourne is cutting loose! The beloved blockbuster Footloose: The Musical is now playing at the Athenaeum Theatre with most of the initial May-June season already sold out. Due to incredible demand, new performanc… Read Article

National Institute of Circus Arts Present PROTEUS

Latest News 25 May, 2025

Proteus NICA National Circus Centre, From 18 – 28 June The National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA) is proud to present the third-year student ensemble show, titled PROTEUS, co-directed by international artists Sage Bachtler Cushman (2010 NICA alumna) and Hugo Oliveira, showing 18 –… Read Article

Smash Hit Musical, LEGALLY BLONDE to Open in Melbourne in July!

Musical Theatre 25 May, 2025

Legally Blonde The Musical The National Theatre, From July 12 Melbourne’s independent musical theatre group Theatrical Inc. have announced their latest production, the smash hit show LEGALLY BLONDE: The Musical which is set to open for a limited season at The National Theatre in St Ki… Read Article

MJ the Musical to Open in Melbourne

Musical Theatre 18 May, 2025

  MJ The Musical Her Majesty’s Theatre from September 2025 After thrilling audiences in Sydney, producers of MJ THE MUSICAL have officially confirmed that the Olivier and four-time Tony Award-winning musical will play in Melbourne at Her Majesty’s Theatre from September 2025… Read Article

Dancing Into the Spotlight – Renata Ienco on the Rise of Entertainment in Aussie Sport

Interviews 18 May, 2025

Interview with Renata Ienco Inteview by Chris Duncan From the electrifying courts of the Sydney Kings to the grand stages of the Hyundai A-League Grand Final, professional dancer Renata Ienco has experienced firsthand the growing intersection between dance and Australian sport.… Read Article

Book Review: Dance Injuries Edited by Jeffrey A. Russell

Reviews 18 May, 2025

Dance Injuries Published by Human Kinetics Reviewed by Chris Duncan for DanceLife Australia As the physical and mental demands on dancers continue to grow, so too does the need for reliable, evidence-based guidance on injury prevention and care. Dance Injuries: Reducing Risk and Ma… Read Article

Book Review: Dance Partnering Basics by Brandon Whited with Joshua Manculich

Reviews 18 May, 2025

Dance Partnering Basics Published by Human Kinetics Reviewed by Chris Duncan for DanceLife Australia In an ever-evolving dance landscape where inclusion, safety, and technical excellence are becoming non-negotiables, Dance Partnering Basics: Practical Skills and Inclusive P… Read Article