George Palathingal
George Palathingal has been writing for The Sydney Morning Herald since 2001.
The skin’s still perfect, but maybe it’s time Lloyd Cole mixed things up a bit
Our verdict on Lloyd Cole’s latest show leads this wrap-up of all the biggest performances around town.
- Harriet Cunningham, Shamim Razavi, John Shand, Kate Prendergast, George Palathingal and Nicole Economos
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A decades-old secret refuses to remain buried
Our reviewers give their verdict on all the latest shows around the city.
- John Shand, Millie Muroi, George Palathingal, Peter McCallum, Harriet Cunningham and Cassie Tongue
Am I the only one who thinks Nick Cave would be better indoors?
The power of songs such as Red Right Hand was lost in Cave’s Domain show, but there were still many sublime moments.
- George Palathingal, John Shand, Bernard Zuel and Harriet Cunningham
Despite its flaws, this Pretty Woman shines
Our reviewers check out the latest shows around town.
- George Palathingal, Katie Lawrence, John Shand, Millie Muroi, Shamim Razavi, Cassie Tongue and Nadia Russell
- ★★★★★
- Sydney live reviews
This five-star, pared-back Messiah is a sparkling gem: Don’t miss it
Our reviewers take in the biggest shows around town.
- Peter McCallum, George Palathingal, Nadia Russell, Kate Prendergast, John Shand and Harriet Cunningham
- ★★★★★
- Sydney live reviews
Oasis serve Sydney fans a near-perfect set in triumphant return
After everything the Gallagher brothers have been through, there was a lot of love in the house at Accor Stadium, and more than expected was on the stage.
- George Palathingal
- ★★★★
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Superannuated Supergrass can still put on a fine show
Our critics check out the latest performances around town.
- John Shand, James Jennings, Shamim Razavi, George Palathingal and Bernard Zuel
Hans Zimmer soars to the heights of Superman, then slumbers
From The Lion King to Dark Knight, award-winning German film composer Hans Zimmer performs beloved movie scores.
- Harriet Cunningham, James Jennings, Bernard Zuel and George Palathingal
This joyful, aching work redefines the meaning of ‘ability’
Our reviewers give verdicts on all the biggest shows around town.
- George Palathingal, James Jennings, Peter McCallum, Katie Lawrence and Harriet Cunningham
Resistance is futile when Primal Scream unleash their bangers
Our critics give their verdict on the latest shows around town.
- George Palathingal, Kate Prendergast and Kayla Olaya