Juliana Payne | Theatre Thoughts

Tuân’s Party – PYT Fairfield (NSW)

Fluid and dynamic, this hugely enjoyable comedy by a diverse and talented troupe was a great find

1984 – Riverside Theatres presented by Shake & Stir Theatre Co (NSW)

An exceptionally executed, high impact telling of 1984 that rings so aptly and loudly now, it is truly disturbing.

Emerald City – Ensemble Theatre (NSW)

Imbued with 80’s chic, Williamson’s Emerald City is removed from being a period piece, shining a light on modern sensibilities

Circle Mirror Transformation – Sydney Theatre Company (NSW)

Written by Annie Baker. Directed by Dean Bryant A thoughtful, humourous and meditative reflection on human vulnerabilities and personal connection Reviewed by Juliana PayneWharf 1 Theatre, Walsh BayUntil 7 September, 2025Tickets: https://www.sydneytheatre.com.au/whats-on/productions/2025/circle-mirror-transformation Type: Contemporary US DramaIf you liked: Anton Chekov, Lally Katz, Hillary Bell Annie Baker’s Circle Mirror Transformation is not the kind of play that tries […]

HIR – New Theatre (NSW)

A fearless and emotionally potent, macabre-humoured family drama

Instructions for Correct Assembly – Flight Path Theatre (NSW)

Written by Thomas Eccleshare. Directed by Hailey McQueen. Presented by Clock and Spiel Productions, Flight Path Theatre Smart, contemporary staging reveals ambitious, thought-provoking material in Clock and Speil’s latest Reviewed by Juliana PayneFlight Path Theatre, MarrickvilleUntil 5 July 2025Tickets: https://www.flightpaththeatre.org/whats-on/instructions-for-correct-assembly Type: Black comedy, dramedy, social science fictionIf you like: Black Mirror, Humans (UK series), Real Humans (Swedish series), Frankenstein Clock and Spiel Productions bring to life the […]