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: GRAND THEFT THEATRE – ADELAIDE FESTIVAL 2024 at Tālava (Latvian Hall)
March 10, 2024
March 10, 2024
A gloriously chaotic couple of hours.
Review: THE THREEPENNY OPERA – ADELAIDE FESTIVAL 2024 at Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
March 8, 2024
March 8, 2024
An exceptionally fine group of musicians and singers.
Review: PRIVATE VIEW - ADELAIDE FESTIVAL 2024 at Odeon Theatre
March 7, 2024
March 7, 2024
Restless Dance Company left me reeling in an emotional whirlwind.
Review: THE MOUTH INSIDE THE MOUTH – ADELAIDE FRINGE 2024 at Studio 166 At Goodwood Theatre And Studios
March 4, 2024
March 4, 2024
Experimental, quirky, even bizarre performances.
Review: SHERLOCK HOLMES: THE LAST ACT – ADELAIDE FRINGE 2024 at Studio 166 At Goodwood Theatre And Studios
March 4, 2024
March 4, 2024
This is an hour of fine theatre that will captivate you.
Review: THE NIGHTINGALE AND OTHER FABLES – ADELAIDE FESTIVAL 2024 at Adelaide Festival Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
March 2, 2024
March 2, 2024
It is as visually rich as it is aurally.
Review: WE'RE ONLY IN IT FOR THE MUSIC - LÄTHER PLAY THE MUSIC OF FRANK ZAPPA - ADELAIDE FRINGE 20 at Governor Hindmarsh Hotel.
March 1, 2024
March 1, 2024
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Review: APPRAISAL – ADELAIDE FRINGE 2024 at The Ballroom, Ayers House
February 29, 2024
February 29, 2024
The rapport between Tim Marriott and Stefanie Rossi is electric.
Review: BLUE – ADELAIDE FESTIVAL 2024 at Scott Theatre, University Of Adelaide
February 28, 2024
February 28, 2024
Callan Purcell captivated the audience from start to finish.
Review: HELIOS - ADELAIDE FRINGE 2024 at The Yurt At The Courtyard Of Curiosities At The Migration Museum
February 22, 2024
February 22, 2024
A touch of magic. Just go.
Review: MYTHOS: RAGNAROK – ADELAIDE FRINGE 2024 at Umbrella Revolution At The Garden Of Unearthly Delights
February 19, 2024
February 19, 2024
It’s far more wrestling ring than Wagner’s Ring.
Review: THE NEW ABNORMAL – ADELAIDE FRINGE 2024 at Goodwood Theatre And Studios
February 17, 2024
February 17, 2024
A fascinating and captivating exploration of a relationship under abnormal conditions.
Review: GRAV – ADELAIDE FRINGE 2024 at Ruby's At Holden Street Theatres
February 17, 2024
February 17, 2024
What did our critic think of GRAV – ADELAIDE FRINGE 2024 at Ruby’s At Holden Street Theatres?
Review: FUR BABY, OR: THE LAST CHILD WEARS FUR – ADELAIDE FRINGE 2024 at The Jade
February 16, 2024
February 16, 2024
Sylvia Brécko, is eager to talk and sing about her Fur Baby, Audrey.
Review: THE CHILDREN at Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre
February 8, 2024
February 8, 2024
A well-crafted production directed by Corey McMahon
Review: MISS SAIGON at Adelaide Festival Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
January 6, 2024
January 6, 2024
The performance, of course, received a standing ovation.
Review: SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE at Star Theatre 1, Star Theatres
November 25, 2023
November 25, 2023
The opening night performance was a big hit with the audience.
Review: WELCOME TO YOUR NEW LIFE at Space Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
November 15, 2023
November 15, 2023
This is a tour de force for Erin James
Review: GOOD GRIEF at ARTS Theatre
November 8, 2023
November 8, 2023
Sue Wylie is wonderful in what is almost a one-woman show.
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