Types of Musicals: Concept Musicals
Concept musicals, with their boldness and depth, enrich the landscape of musical theatre. They remind us that sometimes, it's not just about the story…
Author: Trent Sellars
Trent Sellars is a designer, educator and theatrist based in regional Queensland and freelancing as The Digital Caretaker. Trent is a co-founder of Theatre Haus and Salad Bowl Collective; occasionally reviewing, performing, or producing cultural events.
Heffernan, Paroz and the inside scoop on The Hunchback premiere
This July, Toowoomba Choral Society (TCS) Youth Choir is bringing to life The Hunchback of Notre Dame: A New Musical, in what will be its…
‘Calendar Girls’ // Shoebox Theatre Company
‘Calendar Girls’ was courageous. Cancer remains the leading cause of death worldwide, the very name sending shivers down the spine of those impacted by it.…
Types of Musicals: Rock Musicals
A rock musical is characterized by its score, which is dominated by rock music, often accompanied by electric guitars, drum sets, and powerful vocals.…
The Revlon Girl // Lind Lane Theatre Inc
‘The Revlon Girl’ was heart-wrenching. With audible tears in the audience, even before performers took to the stage, Lind Lane Theatre Inc have presented a…
‘Casting Off’ // CIRCfest Meanjin
‘Casting Off’ was intergenerational. A Good Catch, in conjunction with CIRCFest Meanjin and Cluster Arts have presented an oddly fulfilling acrobatic piece, entitled ‘Casting Off’,…
‘BRED’ // CIRCfest Meanjin
‘BRED’ was proverbial. In conjunction with CIRCFest Meanjin and ClusterArts, Briefs Factory International delivered a sincere and deeply human performance titled ‘BRED’ at the Brisbane…
Top 5 Audition Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Auditions can be nerve-wracking experiences for actors. However, there are certain mistakes that can cost you a role, regardless of how talented you a…
‘We Will Rock You’ // Empire Theatre
‘We Will Rock You’ was electric. With fist pumps in the air, the sound of the guitar filling the room, and audible excitement from the…
Types of Musicals: Pop Musicals
In wrapping up, pop musicals are more than just a fleeting trend. They're a reflection of our evolving musical tastes and the ever-blurring lines betw…