Reviews
SEED HUNTERS
Scene Theatre Sydney October 2025
WOW! Seed Hunters was fantastic! Congratulations to you, the highly talented cast and the production team on such a captivating and thought-provoking show. Brett Martin, United Nations Association of Australia.
Bold, idea-rich theatre that invites reflection as much as entertainment. Its intertwined plot-lines and layered motivations ultimately meld into an epic, resonant narrative. This audacious concept was immediately intriguing. The cast vividly brings these dynamics to life. It is certainly topical, clever, and controversial. Faith in Theatres www.faithintheatres.com.au/seed-hunters/
Julia Grace delivered an earnest and compelling performance as Bridget, capturing her youthful idealism and determination. She investigates women’s groups in ancient Greece, the Hopi Indians in Arizona, and various other women who study men, all in search of the perfect match. Linda Lokhee, What’s The Show whatstheshow.com.au/seed-hunters-a-global-movement-for-a-better-world
Performed by a passionate ensemble of eleven. Underneath the wackiness lies a deeply serious pulse…part satire, part social experiment. There is humour and heart. There’s warmth in the ensemble’s chemistry, particularly from the actor playing Dorothy (Joan Rodd), the matriarch whose calm authority cuts through the chaos with generational grace. It’s On The House https://www.itsonthehouse.com.au/reviews/review/seed-hunters...
It certainly is a fun production. It asks timely and relevant questions with a touch of humour. With fun, it tells the history of finding-the-right-man. Eva Greifeneder, 2SER, in the audience on opening night.
Your play is a triumph — brilliantly written, powerfully acted, and staged with extraordinary imagination. Every detail has been considered, from the concept to the execution. The cast delivered superb performances under inspired direction, transforming an unexpected stage setting into something utterly absorbing. You could hear a pin drop — the audience was spellbound. Huge congratulations! Maxine Appel, audience member
Amazing production last night. Congratulations ! Seed Hunters was engaging from start to finish. A really creative storyline - a novel twist on some of our current issues. Great performances by all the cast, and a wonderful venue. Jeff Hand, audience member.
Giving a human angle to some fascinating research on what attracts people to each other has helped Sydney playwright Carol Dance create another funny, thought-proving and clever play for Scene Theatre Sydney. She's also found some great local talent for her comedy with a satirical edge that explores the search for meaning and women determined to “save the world from itself” – but at what price? It's more complex than your average girl power hurrah - so men will enjoy it too! Nadja Leffler
WORLDS ALIVE 2025
Scene Theatre Sydney, March 2025
The performances were well received by an enthusiastic audience. Sydney Arts Guide
Great acting and a good range of plays! Maggy Franklin, Theatre Time Sydney
The plays were performed with commitment and vibrancy. Sydney Arts Guide
The actors were all fantastic. I loved the variety. I loved all the plays. WORLDS ALIVE wonderfully invited us to think globally and act locally through the power of storytelling. Brett Martin, VP, United Nations Association of Australia (NSW)
The performers were brilliant. Margaret Grey
I loved all the plays and having a child actor added to the rich diversity. Dorothy Guterres
SAGE to STAGE
Scene Theatre Sydney 2024
This was a very impressive event. Everyone wanted to be there. A great success. David Kary, Sydney Arts Guide
It all came together brilliantly on Sunday. And what a great idea! At an age when you can often start feeling written off, you spurred us on to write our own stories. Connery Brown, the winner
Congratulations on an outstanding show, a full audience, and engrossed engagement and enjoyment! Well done! Victor Spiegel
Congratulations on a sensational success. Packed house and winners all round! Geoff Sirmai
Thank you for such a wonderful time I had on Sunday at the Sage to Stage reading. Sandy Gore was brilliant and had the audience in the palm of her hand all the way through. Once again, many thanks for the opportunity to be a part of the reading. Steve Paton, actor
Thank you for the wonderful Sage experience! It was really wonderful to see a full house yesterday, and the very positive audience reaction. Everyone we spoke with enjoyed the event very much indeed. A real credit to you and your tireless efforts over the past year to ensure such a success. Paul Clarke, playwright
Kiss of the Gallery Guard
Scene Theatre Sydney 2018
A most enjoyable play; well-rounded script, plot development and strong acting. — M Franklin, Theatre Time Sydney
An interesting, touching and comedic play…very entertaining! D Sims, Theatre Time Sydney
Philip Eames exquisitely plays music, the compositions of which are art forms themselves. Kate Stratford, Theatre Now
This play succeeds. It ticks a lot of boxes for audiences. Carol Wimmer, www.stagewhispers.com.au/reviews/kiss-gallery-guard
Director Murray Lambert has obviously pulled his small team together well for ‘KISS OF THE GALLERY GUARD’ to be executed so smoothly. Judith Greenway, Sydney Arts Guide
Go and see ‘Kiss of the Gallery Guard’ Weekend Notes, Marie Giunta
Loved the script! Outstanding performances. The music was a wonderful integral part of the show…such a talented pianist. L Williams, Theatre Time Sydney
Loved tonight’s show. A warm and witty play. David John Mitchell, ozhamada-observes.blogspot.com.au
Future Seekers
Scene Theatre Sydney 2017
Moving and powerful. Performed with gusto. I loved the intensity. Minimalist theatre at its best. Judith Greenway, Sydney Arts Guide
The effect is brilliant! The cast should be commended for their flexibility! Heartwarming and honest. Piano pieces perfectly performed by Philip Eames! Matthew Macdonald, The Buzz from Sydney
It is a real pleasure in watching four skilled actors. Pianist Philip Eames’ performance is beautiful. This is big theatre, presented simply… creates the magic of its wide-eyed wonder and the appeal of its optimism. Paul Gilchrist, Theatre Red
You Gotta Go
Short and Sweet, 2015
You Gotta Go is a warm, clever script, performed by talented actors with impeccable comic timing. Mary Wren, Sydney Arts Guide
Indian Embrace
Nautanki Theatre Production, 2013
An entertaining play about three Australian siblings in India. The scenario allows an interesting look the differences and similarities between Indian and Western families, philosophies, societies, and cultures. Mark Pigott, Sydney Arts Guide
Indian Embrace is a very good play - well constructed, thought provoking, drama, humour, clever lines, a couple of twists & good acting & set. Maggy Franklin, "Meet Up”
This engaging play about cultures, dreams, desires, friendship, families and the Ganges is sure to make you laugh and cry. Priyanka, Weekend Notes
Indian Embrace is a fascinating exploration of the responsibilities that come with winning the lottery of life. It’s a play about appreciating the connections we have with a wider humanity. Pure theatrical gold... deeply moving... both tears and laughter from the audience. Veronica Kaye, Theatre Red
Nautanki Theatre’s successful production with a message to focus on ‘what is to be done’ rather than ‘who are we’. The performance was enjoyed by a full house. The Indian Telegraph, Sydney, Australia
It’s OK to Ask
Sublenuance Production, 2011
An insightful, connective and significant work. Lloyd Bradford Syke, Crikey Curtin Call
It's OK to Ask is the stand out play of the evening. RATING: 4 ½ out of 5. Duncan McLeod, Primary Primate Reviews, June 27, 2011
Golden Soil
Self-produced, Parade Theatres, 2008
I thoroughly enjoyed Golden Soil. The cast did a marvellous job of interpreting the message so successfully conveyed. Commissioner of the Inquiry, Hon. Terrence RH Cole
My most enthusiastic congratulations, and acclamation of Golden Soil. I am sure this play will find a permanent part in the moral and cultural appraisal of our involvement in an unsavory venture. Sir Laurence Street (former Chief Justice of the NSW)
Humour, satire, double-edged intrigue. But what makes this play so interesting is the way the playwright knits this very global story around the experiences of a single Australian family. Golden Soil is a fine story with some seriously good writing. John Rozentals, Oz Baby Boomers
All gave performances that were believable and drew us into their anguish as the events unfolded. The moral issues covered here are on a higher scale. Robyn Lucas, David Potter & The Team, MiSociety
The production was brisk, the performances authentic and polished, the moral tensions poignantly captured. Fiona Hollier, LEADR
It was a wonderful presentation, both the script and the acting. Mike Ahrens, Transparency International Australia
