BWW Review: DRUMMER QUEENS at The Comedy Theatre
by Josh Stent - April 29, 2021
What Riverdance did for Irish Dancing... Drummer Queens does for drumming. Look out world “Here Come the Drums”!
by Josh Stent - April 29, 2021
What Riverdance did for Irish Dancing... Drummer Queens does for drumming. Look out world “Here Come the Drums”!
Anne-Louise Sarks Appointed as MTC's Next Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2021
Melbourne Theatre Company today announced Anne-Louise Sarks will be the Company's next Artistic Director.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2021
Melbourne Theatre Company today announced Anne-Louise Sarks will be the Company's next Artistic Director.
James Terry Collective to Present NEXT TO NORMAL
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2021
James Terry Collective has announced it will be bringing the Tony Award winning musical, Next to Normal, to Chapel Off Chapel for a limited season this July.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2021
James Terry Collective has announced it will be bringing the Tony Award winning musical, Next to Normal, to Chapel Off Chapel for a limited season this July.
BWW Feature: THE AUSTRALIAN MUSICAL THEATRE FESTIVAL
by Josh Stent - April 28, 2021
'Come and meet those dancing feet, on LAUNCESTON'S avenues I’m taking you to, 42nd St!'
by Josh Stent - April 28, 2021
'Come and meet those dancing feet, on LAUNCESTON'S avenues I’m taking you to, 42nd St!'
Back To Back Theatre Presents Three Works, Together For The First Time at RISING Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2021
In a remarkable retrospective, Back to Back Theatre presents three of its major world-renowned performances – Food Court, Ganesh Versus the Third Reich and small metal objects – at this year's inaugural RISING festival, offering audiences a unique opportunity to plunge into the works of one of the world's most acclaimed companies.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2021
In a remarkable retrospective, Back to Back Theatre presents three of its major world-renowned performances – Food Court, Ganesh Versus the Third Reich and small metal objects – at this year's inaugural RISING festival, offering audiences a unique opportunity to plunge into the works of one of the world's most acclaimed companies.
YIRRAMBOI Festival Announces The Return of Barring Yanabul on 8 May
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2021
One of the biggest events in the YIRRAMBOI Festival calendar, BARRING YANABUL is a celebration of Blak culture across art, music, dance, theatre and visual art on Saturday May 8, with pop-up performances across Melbourne's CBD.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2021
One of the biggest events in the YIRRAMBOI Festival calendar, BARRING YANABUL is a celebration of Blak culture across art, music, dance, theatre and visual art on Saturday May 8, with pop-up performances across Melbourne's CBD.
Florian Zeller's THE TRUTH Announced at Melbourne Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2021
Academy Award-winning French playwright Florian Zeller's work is back at MTC with The Truth, opening on Thursday 10 June at Southbank Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2021
Academy Award-winning French playwright Florian Zeller's work is back at MTC with The Truth, opening on Thursday 10 June at Southbank Theatre.
Belvoir Announces 2021 Program Part Two
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2021
Belvoir has announced the array of shows making up the second part of their 2021 season. Part two of the 2021 program will comprise three distinct parts; the brand-new Belvoir’s Festival of Everything; the first-ever Belvoir repertory season of two works by award winning women writers; and a new Australian pantomime to round out the year with a full-blown celebration of all-things theatrical.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2021
Belvoir has announced the array of shows making up the second part of their 2021 season. Part two of the 2021 program will comprise three distinct parts; the brand-new Belvoir’s Festival of Everything; the first-ever Belvoir repertory season of two works by award winning women writers; and a new Australian pantomime to round out the year with a full-blown celebration of all-things theatrical.
HALF TIME, A New Musical About Not Acting Your Age, Must Close May 2
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2021
Half Time is the incredible true story of ten ordinary seniors with extraordinary dreams who audition to dance at halftime for a major basketball team. Only after making the cut do they learn they won't be dancing tap, salsa, or swing – instead, they will bring down the house with a style that is entirely new to them: hip-hop.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2021
Half Time is the incredible true story of ten ordinary seniors with extraordinary dreams who audition to dance at halftime for a major basketball team. Only after making the cut do they learn they won't be dancing tap, salsa, or swing – instead, they will bring down the house with a style that is entirely new to them: hip-hop.
SCI FIGHT Science Comedy Debate is Back in Melbourne May 20
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2021
Appearing this debate: Scout Boxall (nominated Best Newcomer MICF 2021), Elizabeth Flux (writer and editor at large for the Melbourne City of Literature), Nicholas J Johnson (award-winning magician, best-selling author and conman), Associate Professor Jess Nithianantharajah (Australian Research Council Future Fellow and heads the Synapse Biology and Cognition laboratory), Sam Petersen (producer and comedian) and Owen Collins (science communicator and massive nerd).
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2021
Appearing this debate: Scout Boxall (nominated Best Newcomer MICF 2021), Elizabeth Flux (writer and editor at large for the Melbourne City of Literature), Nicholas J Johnson (award-winning magician, best-selling author and conman), Associate Professor Jess Nithianantharajah (Australian Research Council Future Fellow and heads the Synapse Biology and Cognition laboratory), Sam Petersen (producer and comedian) and Owen Collins (science communicator and massive nerd).
BWW Review: DOLLY DIAMOND'S STAR FOR A NIGHT at Chapel Off Chapel
by Josh Stent - April 24, 2021
Through the magic that only ‘real-life’ live television can bring, Dolly Diamond rescues ‘real-life’ contestants from their mundane existence and transforms them into their favourite music icons. Presented by Adam Lowe Group and proudly supported by the City of Stonnington, as part of this year’s Midsumma Festival.
by Josh Stent - April 24, 2021
Through the magic that only ‘real-life’ live television can bring, Dolly Diamond rescues ‘real-life’ contestants from their mundane existence and transforms them into their favourite music icons. Presented by Adam Lowe Group and proudly supported by the City of Stonnington, as part of this year’s Midsumma Festival.
BWW Review: CHESS THE MUSICAL at Regent Theatre
by Josh Stent - April 24, 2021
If you are after a night of ‘80s electric power ballads that are infused with a theatrically dramatic orchestral score, then StoreyBoard Entertainment’s semi-staged concert revival of Chess The Musical is the show for you!
by Josh Stent - April 24, 2021
If you are after a night of ‘80s electric power ballads that are infused with a theatrically dramatic orchestral score, then StoreyBoard Entertainment’s semi-staged concert revival of Chess The Musical is the show for you!
Alinta Chidzey and Des Flanagan Will Lead MOULIN ROUGE! in Australia
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2021
The Australian cast has been announced for Moulin Rouge! The Musical, playing at Melbourne’s Regent Theatre from 13 August 2021.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2021
The Australian cast has been announced for Moulin Rouge! The Musical, playing at Melbourne’s Regent Theatre from 13 August 2021.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD in Melbourne Extends Booking Through December With New Tickets Released Next Week
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2021
New tickets for the record-breaking theatrical event Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will go on sale to the general public at 9.00am on Thursday 29 April 2021.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2021
New tickets for the record-breaking theatrical event Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will go on sale to the general public at 9.00am on Thursday 29 April 2021.
Celebrate A Decade Of Michael Griffiths With His 'Greatest Hits'
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2021
A fortyfivedownstairs favourite for his sell-out shows In Vogue: Songs by Madonna, Sweet Dreams: Songs by Annie Lennox and Cole: A Tribute to Cole Porter, Helpmann Award winner Michael Griffiths returns to fortyfive in May with his acclaimed new show Greatest Hits.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2021
A fortyfivedownstairs favourite for his sell-out shows In Vogue: Songs by Madonna, Sweet Dreams: Songs by Annie Lennox and Cole: A Tribute to Cole Porter, Helpmann Award winner Michael Griffiths returns to fortyfive in May with his acclaimed new show Greatest Hits.
Kings Of Leon to Tour Australia For The First Time In Over 10 Years
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2021
Following the release of their recent Australian Number One album 'When You See Yourself', Kings of Leon have announced their first full Australian tour in over 10 years. The set will include songs from all 8 of their albums.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2021
Following the release of their recent Australian Number One album 'When You See Yourself', Kings of Leon have announced their first full Australian tour in over 10 years. The set will include songs from all 8 of their albums.
Melbourne Opera Presents Giuseppe Verdi's MACBETH
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2021
Following the sell-out success of Wagner's epic Das Rheingold at The Regent in February, Melbourne Opera will stage an inspired new production of Giuseppe Verdi's thrilling Macbeth at Her Majesty's Theatre from 18 May.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2021
Following the sell-out success of Wagner's epic Das Rheingold at The Regent in February, Melbourne Opera will stage an inspired new production of Giuseppe Verdi's thrilling Macbeth at Her Majesty's Theatre from 18 May.
World Premiere Of Ground Breaking New Massed Choral Work Addresses Climate Change And Commemorates Earth Day
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2021
The World Premiere of the first movement, 'The Protest' from ECOTORIO was launched today, April 22nd, 2021, to commemorate Earth Day.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2021
The World Premiere of the first movement, 'The Protest' from ECOTORIO was launched today, April 22nd, 2021, to commemorate Earth Day.
NAISDA Dance College Seeks Applicants Aged 16 to 26
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2021
NAISDA Dance College is seeking its next intake of dance and performing arts students and invites First Nations applicants aged 16 to 26.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2021
NAISDA Dance College is seeking its next intake of dance and performing arts students and invites First Nations applicants aged 16 to 26.
Opera Australia Offers Free Arts Access and Training to Students and Teachers in Victoria
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2021
With the support of the Packer Family Foundation and the Crown Resorts Foundation, Opera Australia is launching an arts education initiative in Melbourne for local students and teachers that will coincide with its upcoming Autumn Season that opens at the Arts Centre Melbourne next month.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2021
With the support of the Packer Family Foundation and the Crown Resorts Foundation, Opera Australia is launching an arts education initiative in Melbourne for local students and teachers that will coincide with its upcoming Autumn Season that opens at the Arts Centre Melbourne next month.
New Seats On Sale for THE WEDDING SINGER Melbourne Premiere
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2021
Following standing ovations, widespread acclaim and sell-out shows in Adelaide, the Australian professional premiere of the hilarious hit Broadway musical The Wedding Singer, will open its Melbourne season in less than two weeks on 1 May, at The Athenaeum Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2021
Following standing ovations, widespread acclaim and sell-out shows in Adelaide, the Australian professional premiere of the hilarious hit Broadway musical The Wedding Singer, will open its Melbourne season in less than two weeks on 1 May, at The Athenaeum Theatre.
FRIENDS! THE MUSICAL PARODY Extends in Melbourne
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2021
It was announced today that the hilarious New York and Las Vegas hit Friends! The Musical Parody has extended its Melbourne season by two weeks.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2021
It was announced today that the hilarious New York and Las Vegas hit Friends! The Musical Parody has extended its Melbourne season by two weeks.
THIS EFFING LADY! Adds New Shows at The Brunswick Ballroom
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2021
Melbourne's most dynamic and exciting new performance venue, the BRUNSWICK BALLROOM is thrilled to announce that due to demand, four new shows have been added to the Melbourne season of Coral Browne: This Effing Lady, currently playing at the Brunswick Ballroom as part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2021
Melbourne's most dynamic and exciting new performance venue, the BRUNSWICK BALLROOM is thrilled to announce that due to demand, four new shows have been added to the Melbourne season of Coral Browne: This Effing Lady, currently playing at the Brunswick Ballroom as part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
Opera Australia Returns To Melbourne With Two Grand Scale Verdi Performances
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2021
Celebrated Italian director and choreographer Davide Livermore, will finally have its Melbourne premiere next month, in a spectacular return to the State Theatre stage after an 18 month hiatus due to COVID 19.
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2021
Celebrated Italian director and choreographer Davide Livermore, will finally have its Melbourne premiere next month, in a spectacular return to the State Theatre stage after an 18 month hiatus due to COVID 19.
THE PITTS Cabaret Will Be Performed at The Athenaeum Theatre in May
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2021
Ridiculous power-pair Carol and Daryl Pitts have recently graduated from their own self-devised 6-week musical theatre course and are now hitting up Shady Pines Nursing Home to deliver their Weekly Wednesday Wellness Program. Qualifications? None.
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2021
Ridiculous power-pair Carol and Daryl Pitts have recently graduated from their own self-devised 6-week musical theatre course and are now hitting up Shady Pines Nursing Home to deliver their Weekly Wednesday Wellness Program. Qualifications? None.
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