Author Archives: Ruki D.

Melbourne Fringe Review: Period

Make sure to check out our guide to the Melbourne Fringe Festival 2015 I once had a teacher from the US in early high school. He always asked the class (a room full of 13 year old boys) whether we ‘put…

Melbourne Fringe Review: Frankly Winehouse

Make sure to check out our guide to the Melbourne Fringe Festival 2015 I have been to the ‘Winehouse’ bar in Camden, London. This and the ‘Rehab‘ song were really my only connection and knowledge of Amy Winehouse. Ashleigh Kreveld’s…

Melbourne Fringe Review: A Touch of Grace: Shadow Warrior

Make sure to check out our guide to the Melbourne Fringe Festival 2015 I was ready for some ‘Phunktional Dance’ and had been looking forward to the show since Fringe began. I wasn’t disappointed. The multi-talented Demi Sorono worked us…

Melbourne Fringe Review: FAG/STAG

Addressing what it means to be a modern Australian male — or simply human — The Last Great Hunt’s FAG/STAG is incredibly relatable and honest. Best friends Jimmy (Jeffrey Jay Fowler) and Corgan (Chris Isaccs) navigate break-ups, hook-ups, drunken nights and…

Melbourne Fringe Review: Dan Pavatich’s Big Strong Boy

Make sure to check out our guide to the Melbourne Fringe Festival 2015 There is a absolute appreciation in my books for somebody who is naturally skilful as a storyteller. Somebody who is able to weave tales of truthful encounters…

Melbourne Fringe Review: Death Party

Make sure to check out our guide to the Melbourne Fringe Festival 2015 Death. A topic with an abundance of artistic opportunities. From the very moment the audience is invited into the intimate space of the Parlour Room, there is…

Melbourne Fringe Review: Of Mice & Men

Make sure to check out our guide to the Melbourne Fringe Festival 2015 Of Mice & Men was required reading at my high school. I must admit I haven’t read or even thought about it since. Curiosity at viewing a stage…

Melbourne Fringe Review: Minnie & Mona Play Dead

Make sure to check out our guide to the Melbourne Fringe Festival 2015 Minnie & Mona Play Dead is a tight, focused and fierce little black comedy-drama that blends autobiography and fiction and quite a bit more in its ~50…

Melbourne Fringe Review: We May Have To Choose

Make sure to check out our guide to the Melbourne Fringe Festival 2015 We May Have To Choose is unlike anything else you’ll see at fringe this year. Warm, funny, and surprisingly ernest, I found myself immersed in Emma Hall’s experimental…

Melbourne Fringe Review: Oliver Downes—At the End

Make sure to check out our guide to the Melbourne Fringe Festival 2015 If you’re looking for a relaxed and intimate night of storytelling through song, Oliver Downes – At the End is a great place to start your tour…