Young Critics
Reviews from the Young Critics Programme at Auckland Arts Festival
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Being in on the joke: A review of El Diván, the live therapy show
The therapist’s couch becomes a space to explore cultural isolation and the desire to be understood. -
'Something of a double edged sword': A review of Jamie Honey's Monkeyboard
The show is incredibly ambitious and at times misses the mark. This is what makes it incredible. -
'Exercises in extreme athleticism': A review of Georgia Pringle's Nature Brain
A wholehearted commitment to the animals' physicalities shines throughout the show. -
'Now tell me what you really think': The last of the Young Critics, for now
The final review, and a reflection from programme facilitator Jillian Davey on the programme. -
'60 minutes of non-stop what?': Young Critics week two
The next generation of critics review dance, theatre and cabaret. -
Introducing the Young Critics and their first reviews
The Young Critics Programme is “aiming to create a new generation of thoughtful reviewers”.
