‘I Shot Mussolini is a wonderfully written and expertly crafted piece of theatre and if you want to see the best artists doing their best work, this is the show to go to. This is how you make theatre.’ Samsara, What Did She Think
‘How an Irishwoman from a wealthy, prominent family came to shoot Mussolini in 1926 remains an enduring mystery, and Alice Bishop's play tantalises with the possibilities. The central antagonism is brooding and finely etched. An intriguing drama based on a true crime.’ Cameron Woodhead, The Age
‘Lythe who plays the eccentric Violet is compelling, disturbing and credible. Greg Parker is commanding as the dignified, persistent Chief Superintendent Pennetta, Michael F. Cahill is stately as defence counsel, Ferri, Bridgette Burton quirky as Violet’s companion, and Marco Lawrence comical as Radoani.’ Kate Herbert, Herald Sun
‘Bishop is a master of dialogue and the play flows beautifully between drama and comedy. The acting is superb. Lythe and Parker have great chemistry.’
‘What truly brings the play together is sound Designer Nat Grant’s music. This show feels cinematic…one could easily forget they are in a cramped theatre.’
‘I Shot Mussolini is a show for lovers of modern history.’ Irene Bell, The Music
‘The versatility of the supporting cast was definitely a highlight, playing an impressive array of characters. Transitions between multiple roles, accents and (occasionally) genders happened seamlessly.’ Sue Ann Hess, Theatre People
’Parker is magnificent, holding the sturdy centre of the vortex as the world shatters into meaninglessness and a fractious and feisty Lythe swings between innocence and provocation.’
’Bishop has written and lively and surprisingly funny script despite the serious subject and the ominous overtones which make watching I Shot Mussolini a great night of theatre. Her direction is also light, clever and confident.’
’The acting ensemble as a whole are magnificent.’
Samsara, What did She Think
The Ruffian on the Stair is ‘A play with some great dark humour and outstanding performances.’ Australian Stage.
‘Under Alice Bishop’s careful direction, (The Ruffian on the Stair) is an entertaining study of Orton’s underbelly of 1960s British suburban society.’ Martin Ball, The Age.
‘Nil, Cat & Buried is a clever production and brilliantly directed.’ Peter Green 3MBS
‘Great ideas, staging and direction – The Doctor entertains.’ Kim Zoe Evans, Arts Hub
Je suis allée voir le spectacle hier soir avec un groupe d’amis et on a tous ADORE !!! On a bien rigolé. Bravo! Félicitations! Audience member – The Doctor in Spite of Himself.
Bishop’s direction has a good handle on the absurdly comic. Arts Review
A thrilling show that had me spellbound. Toorak Times
The production excels at clawing into provocative satire of sexual politics, and has a knack for capturing the play's deflationary humour. Roberto Zucco, Cameron Woodhead, SMH