COMING SOON: Hayes Theatre Company's Second Half Of 2016

COMING SOON

Hayes Theatre Co's

Second Half of 2016

Tonight Hayes Theatre Co held its twice-yearly COMING SOON event, where programming announcements for the second half of 2016 were made. Hosted by David Campbell the event saw announcements of four new productions - SIDE SHOW, THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE, SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD and LIZA'S BACK (IS BROKEN) - and the Neglected Musicals presentation of CALAMITY JANE

Hayes Theatre Co - 2016 Act Two

Hayes Theatre Co presents

YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN

5 -30 July 2016

Based on The Comic Strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz

Book, Music and Lyrics by Clark Gesner

Additional Dialogue by Michael Mayer

Additional Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa

Director Shaun Rennie

Musical Director Michael Tyack

Choreographer Andy Dexterity

Starring: Rohan Browne, Ben Gerrard, Sheridan Harbridge, Nat Jobe, Laura Murphy and Mike Whalley

Charles Schulz s beloved characters come to life in this wonderfully entertaining musical with everyones favourite Blockhead Charlie Brown is joined by his kid sister Sally, blanket-hugging Linus, know-it -all Lucy, Beethoven devotee Schroeder, and of course his best friend -Snoopy for adventures and life lessons that cover the best way to fly a kite, write a book report, play baseball and combat the Red Baron.

Also with School Holiday performances

Neglected Musicals in association with Hayes Theatre Co presents

BABY The Musical

Neglected Musicals presents musical theatre that has never or rarely been seen in Australia. Presented with scripts in hand, and with piano accompaniment after only a days rehearsal.

The first Neglected Musical is Maltby & Shire's BABY. Directed by Neil Gooding with musical director Steven Kreamer and starring Bronte Florian, Kate Maree Hoolihan, Luke Joslin, Katrina Retallick, David Whitney and Rowan Witt, BABY is a Tony Nominated Broadway Musical about three couples, each newly expecting a child, with very different but familiar reactions.

From 20-22 June

Neglected Musicals in association with Hayes Theatre Co presents

CALAMITY JANE

The second is the classic musical, CALAMITY JANE, lyrics by Paul Frances Webster and music by Sammy Fain. Appearing in the lead role is Virginia Gay, directed by Richard Carroll with musical director Nigel Ubrihien and featuring the songs Secret Love, The Black Hills of Dakota and The Deadwood Stage

From 3 August limited performances

Blue Saint Productions in association with Hayes Theatre Co presents

SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD

12 - 28 August 2016

Music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown

Original orchestration by Brian Besterman & Jason Robert Brown

Director Luke Joslin

Musical Director Lucy Bermingham

SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD is about one moment. It is about hitting the wall and having to make a choice, or take a stand, or turn around and go back. These are the stories and characters of today. The first musical from Tony Award winner, Jason Robert Brown (Parade, Bridges of Madison County), this moving collection of powerful songs examines life, love and the choices we make.

Showqueen in association with

Hayes Theatre Co presents

TREVOR ASHLEY IN

LIZA'S BACK (IS BROKEN)

8 - 18 September 2016

Written by Trevor Ashley & Phil Scott

Musical Director Andy Davis

LIZA's BACK! (is broken) explores the parts that Minnelli should have done over the last forty years - those great leading lady roles from Mame to Grizabella to Norma Desmond and all others in between. Ever wanted to see Liza tackle Wicked? Then this is the show for you! Much-loved diva, and three-time Helpmann nominee Trevor Ashley (LES MISERABLES, Diamonds Are For Trevor) premieres a brand new show, after hit seasons of Liza (on an E) across Australia, Europe, and on London's West End

One Eyed Man Productions in association with Hayes Theatre Co present

SIDE SHOW

23 September -16 October 2016

Book & Lyrics by Bill Russell

Music by Henry Krieger

Director Richard Carroll

Musical Director Steven Kreamer

Choreographer Amy Campbell

This stunning story of sisterhood from the composer of Dreamgirls is based on the remarkable real-life story of Daisy and Violet Hilton. Identical twins with spectacular talent and charm, they became the highest-paid stars of vaudeville in the 1930s. But something else made them totally unique -they were (literally) joined at the hip.

Vic Theatre Company in association with Hayes Theatre Co present

THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE

17 November -18 December 2016

Music & Lyrics by William Finn

Book by Rachel Sheinkin

Conceived by Rebecca Feldman

Additional Material by Jay Reiss

Director - Benjamin Giraud

Musical Director - Trevor Jones

Choreographer - Bernie Bernard

Producer - Glenn Ferguson

Starring: Rebecca Moore, David Spencer, Matt Heyward, Caitlin Mathieson, Sage Douglas, Tess Duddy, Andrew Hondromatidis, James Coley, Henry Brett, Riley Nottingham

Winner of the TONY and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

has charmed audiences across the globe. An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home life, the contestants spell their way through a series of [potentially made-up] words hoping to never hear the soul-crushing ding of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves! At least the losers get a juice box.

To book tickets

www.hayestheatre.com.au or call (02) 8065 7337

Hayes Theatre Co is a dedicated music theatre and cabaret venue in Potts Point which was formerly the home of the Darlinghurst Theatre Company. Named for Australian musical theatre legend, Nancye Hayes OAM, Hayes Theatre Co honours and builds on the vast history of Australian Musical Theatre and its practitioners. This not-for-profit venue is managed by Independent Music Theatre, a collaborative partnership focusing on providing a permanent home for small-scale musical theatre and cabaret. By providing venue space to newly mounted productions, Hayes Theatre Co, will be a presenting partner together with independent producers and artists. Hayes Theatre Co is made possible through the City of Sydney's Accommodation Grant Program.