Born in London, Barry was introduced to theatre as a small boy, through being taken to see traditional Christmas pantomimes, as well as discovering jazz and fine music at a very young age. High school found him loving the works of Shakespeare, as well as many other great playwrights, poets and novelists. Moving to Australia, he became a jazz musician, playing with big bands and his own small groups, then attended the Elder Conservatorium of Music at the University of Adelaide, playing with several orchestras. This led to playing in theatre pits, joining the chorus, playing character roles, playing lead roles (after moving into drama), then directing, set and lighting design, administrative roles on theatre boards and, finally, becoming a critic. After twenty years of writing he has now joined the Broadway World team to represent Adelaide, in South Australia. Barry is also a long time member of the prestigious Adelaide Critics Circle.
Review: ANTOINE BOYER WITH YEORE KIM AND JOSH MEADER TRIO – ADELAIDE GUITAR FESTIVAL 2024 at Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre
September 15, 2024
September 15, 2024
Antoine Boyer and Yeore Kim left us wanting more.
Review: PACO PEÑA:REQUIEM FOR THE EARTH – ADELAIDE GUITAR FESTIVAL 2024 at Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
September 13, 2024
September 13, 2024
This was a richly rewarding experience. Bravo!
Review: SHORE BREAK at Space Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
September 4, 2024
September 4, 2024
Chris Pitman’s achievement is mighty.
Review: NANA'S NAUGHTY KNICKERS at ARTS Theatre
August 26, 2024
August 26, 2024
There are so many laughs, you’ll be glad you made the trek into town,
Review: KING LEAR at Little Theatre, University Of Adelaide
August 21, 2024
August 21, 2024
A triumph for the University of Adelaide Theatre Guild
Review: JULIA at Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre
August 19, 2024
August 19, 2024
The opening night audience was ecstatic.
Review: JERSEY BOYS at ARTS Theatre
August 11, 2024
August 11, 2024
This stylish biography of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons is as educational as it is entertaining.
Review: CHICAGO at Adelaide Festival Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
August 9, 2024
August 9, 2024
The production has plenty of razzle-dazzle, and all that jazz.
Review: THE QUESTIONS at Space Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
July 31, 2024
July 31, 2024
This is another winner for State Theatre, and their Artistic Director, Mitchell Butel.
Review: JOURNEY'S END at Little Theatre, University Of Adelaide
July 20, 2024
July 20, 2024
This is the company's 40th year production.
Review: VANGUARD at Elder Hall, University Of Adelaide
July 7, 2024
July 7, 2024
Music-making of the highest order.
Review: LISA SIMONE: KEEPER OF THE FLAME – ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL 2024 at Adelaide Festival Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
June 23, 2024
June 23, 2024
Lisa Simone gave a magnificent performance.
Review: PATTI LUPONE: A LIFE IN NOTES – ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL 2024 at Adelaide Festival Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
June 20, 2024
June 20, 2024
A jam-packed evening of sensational music.
Review: LAMBS at Goodwood Theatre And Studios
June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Sean Riley and his company have created something quite remarkable, poignant, and personal.
Review: VARIETY GALA – ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL 2024 at Adelaide Festival Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
June 8, 2024
June 8, 2024
The annual Variety Gala is always well worth attending
Review: MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS at ARTS Theatre
June 8, 2024
June 8, 2024
See the play, it’s a great night in the Arts Theatre.
Review: FASCINATING AÏDA – ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL 2024 at Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre
June 8, 2024
June 8, 2024
We must hope that Fascinating Aïda returns very soon.
Review: MARK NADLER - HOOTENANNY – ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL 2024 at Banquet Room, Adelaide Festival Centre
June 8, 2024
June 8, 2024
A fabulous string of numbers from what is known as The Great American Songbook.
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