Simon Taylor's Variety Show Comes to The Butterfly Club
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
He's back! Simon Taylor returns to The Butterfly Club with a night of big laughs, sweet music, slick magic and more! There will be special guests including stand-up comedians, cabaret artists, magicians and maybe even the occasional celebrity...
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
He's back! Simon Taylor returns to The Butterfly Club with a night of big laughs, sweet music, slick magic and more! There will be special guests including stand-up comedians, cabaret artists, magicians and maybe even the occasional celebrity...
THE KILN Returns To Arts Centre Melbourne In 2019
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
The Kiln, a program of discussions, masterclasses, networking events, forums and training for artists and arts workers, returns to Arts Centre Melbourne this winter from 2 - 29 June, 2019. The second iteration follows the successful launch of Arts Centre Melbourne's dedicated sector development program in 2017, this time taking over foyer spaces in Hamer Hall, Playhouse and State Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
The Kiln, a program of discussions, masterclasses, networking events, forums and training for artists and arts workers, returns to Arts Centre Melbourne this winter from 2 - 29 June, 2019. The second iteration follows the successful launch of Arts Centre Melbourne's dedicated sector development program in 2017, this time taking over foyer spaces in Hamer Hall, Playhouse and State Theatre.
Mitchell E Roberts Comes to the Butterfly Club
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
You've heard the saying "if you've got nothing nice to say, say nothing at all", well for comedian Mitchell E Roberts saying nothing at all is exactly what his brand of comedy is all about.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
You've heard the saying "if you've got nothing nice to say, say nothing at all", well for comedian Mitchell E Roberts saying nothing at all is exactly what his brand of comedy is all about.
Festival Of Jewish Arts And Music At Melbourne Recital Centre Announces First Programme
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2019
The Festival of Jewish Arts and Music (FOJAM), formerly Shir Madness Melbourne, takes over the Melbourne Recital Centre in a day-long immersion of contemporary Jewish culture with 30 performances across music, theatre, dance and conversation on Sunday 8 September, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2019
The Festival of Jewish Arts and Music (FOJAM), formerly Shir Madness Melbourne, takes over the Melbourne Recital Centre in a day-long immersion of contemporary Jewish culture with 30 performances across music, theatre, dance and conversation on Sunday 8 September, 2019.
Applications Open For MTC NEXT STAGE Writers-in-Residence
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2019
Applications are now open for the 2019 intake of resident writers as part of MTC's NEXT STAGE Writers' Program.
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2019
Applications are now open for the 2019 intake of resident writers as part of MTC's NEXT STAGE Writers' Program.
THE MABO ORATION 2019 Announced At QPAC
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2019
The Mabo Oration, returns to Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) Playhouse on 3 June 2019 (Mabo Day) with a focus on Indigenous voices in the digital age.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2019
The Mabo Oration, returns to Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) Playhouse on 3 June 2019 (Mabo Day) with a focus on Indigenous voices in the digital age.
Tickets Now On Sale For The 19th Annual Helpmann Awards
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2019
Live Performance Australia (LPA) today announced the details of the 2019 Helpmann Awards which, for the very first time in Melbourne, will see the stars of the Australian live theatre and entertainment industry come together for two remarkable nights. Forty-two prestigious Helpmann Awards will be presented at the Victorian home of the performing arts, Arts Centre Melbourne.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2019
Live Performance Australia (LPA) today announced the details of the 2019 Helpmann Awards which, for the very first time in Melbourne, will see the stars of the Australian live theatre and entertainment industry come together for two remarkable nights. Forty-two prestigious Helpmann Awards will be presented at the Victorian home of the performing arts, Arts Centre Melbourne.
Em Rusciano Adds New Shows To 'The Rage And Rainbows Tour'
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2019
The phenomenal Em Rusciano has just had two shows added to The Rage & Rainbows Tour, with her Sydney State Theatre and Melbourne Hamer Hall shows' pre-sale allocation exhausted just hours after going on sale.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2019
The phenomenal Em Rusciano has just had two shows added to The Rage & Rainbows Tour, with her Sydney State Theatre and Melbourne Hamer Hall shows' pre-sale allocation exhausted just hours after going on sale.
STORM BOY Comes to MTC
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2019
An array of magnificent wildlife puppets by Dead Puppet Society will feature on stage alongside Ellen Bailey (Harrow), John Batchelor (Underbelly: Razor), Tony Briggs (Black is the New White), Emily Burton (Single Asian Female), Drew Wilson (Alice in Wonderland) and newcomer Conor Lowe in Tom Holloway's adaptation of the much-loved Australian classic, Storm Boy, when it opens at Southbank Theatre on Friday 21 June.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2019
An array of magnificent wildlife puppets by Dead Puppet Society will feature on stage alongside Ellen Bailey (Harrow), John Batchelor (Underbelly: Razor), Tony Briggs (Black is the New White), Emily Burton (Single Asian Female), Drew Wilson (Alice in Wonderland) and newcomer Conor Lowe in Tom Holloway's adaptation of the much-loved Australian classic, Storm Boy, when it opens at Southbank Theatre on Friday 21 June.
HAIR Will Return To Stages Around Australia
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2019
A brand new Australian production of the much-loved and revolutionary rock musical, HAIR will come alive on stages in Perth, Geelong, Wyong, Wollongong, Sydney and the Gold Coast in August, September and October.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2019
A brand new Australian production of the much-loved and revolutionary rock musical, HAIR will come alive on stages in Perth, Geelong, Wyong, Wollongong, Sydney and the Gold Coast in August, September and October.
PRETENCE: A New Comedy Parodying Acting Training And Amateur Theatre Comes to The Butterfly Club
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2019
Pretence is the recipient of 11 theatrical awards and accolades around Australia. This season will be the production's Melbourne City premiere. Lawson-Smith has written a cracker of a comedy, full of one-liners and observational comedy that will appeal to fans of reality TV, theatre and everyone who has 'one of those acting friends'.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2019
Pretence is the recipient of 11 theatrical awards and accolades around Australia. This season will be the production's Melbourne City premiere. Lawson-Smith has written a cracker of a comedy, full of one-liners and observational comedy that will appeal to fans of reality TV, theatre and everyone who has 'one of those acting friends'.
Roger Eno, Mary Lattimore And Julianna Barwick Hit The Stage At Melbourne Recital Centre
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2019
Mesmerising ambient music performed by Roger Eno, Mary Lattimore and Julianna Barwick feature in a radiant one-off performance at Melbourne Recital Centre on Saturday 29 June 2019.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2019
Mesmerising ambient music performed by Roger Eno, Mary Lattimore and Julianna Barwick feature in a radiant one-off performance at Melbourne Recital Centre on Saturday 29 June 2019.
Arts Centre Melbourne And Australian Art Orchestra Present Meeting Points Series: Old Grooves For New Streets
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2019
Some of Australia's most influential world jazz musicians come together at Arts Centre Melbourne on Sunday 23 June in a one-off intimate performance at The Pavilion as part of the Meeting Points Series.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2019
Some of Australia's most influential world jazz musicians come together at Arts Centre Melbourne on Sunday 23 June in a one-off intimate performance at The Pavilion as part of the Meeting Points Series.
Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think of BARNUM at Comedy Theatre?
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2019
BARNUM, one of Broadway's most treasured musicals, returned to Australia in an all-new spectacular production running from April 27 to June 8, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2019
BARNUM, one of Broadway's most treasured musicals, returned to Australia in an all-new spectacular production running from April 27 to June 8, 2019.
BWW Review: BARNUM Hits the Heights in Melbourne
by Victoria Beal - May 06, 2019
The original telling of the tale of PT Barnum has hit the stage in Melbourne in the wake of The Greatest Showman's box office success. With Todd McKenney in the titular role, the musical tells the tale of Barnum's rise from penniless sideshow operator to great impresario. With each triumph comes tragedy in the book by Mark Bramble but unfortunately in this production, we don't quite feel the tragedy.
by Victoria Beal - May 06, 2019
The original telling of the tale of PT Barnum has hit the stage in Melbourne in the wake of The Greatest Showman's box office success. With Todd McKenney in the titular role, the musical tells the tale of Barnum's rise from penniless sideshow operator to great impresario. With each triumph comes tragedy in the book by Mark Bramble but unfortunately in this production, we don't quite feel the tragedy.
The Choir Of Hard Knocks Presents SEASONS OF LOVE at Melbourne Town Hall
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2019
The Choir of Hard Knocks has a unique and inspiring story of Australia's most unlikely musical phenomenon - they are the only artists in Australian music history to have been awarded an ARIA, Platinum and Gold records, a Logie and a Helpmann award.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2019
The Choir of Hard Knocks has a unique and inspiring story of Australia's most unlikely musical phenomenon - they are the only artists in Australian music history to have been awarded an ARIA, Platinum and Gold records, a Logie and a Helpmann award.
Katherine Jenkins Announces Australian Theatre Tour
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2019
Having performed in some of the most iconic venues around the world, multi-award winning performer Katherine Jenkins will soon add a handful of prestigious theatres in Australia to the list, with a national tour of the country scheduled for November.
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2019
Having performed in some of the most iconic venues around the world, multi-award winning performer Katherine Jenkins will soon add a handful of prestigious theatres in Australia to the list, with a national tour of the country scheduled for November.
Neoclassical Phenomenon Hauschka Returns To Melbourne Recital Centre
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2019
Oscar-nominated German composer and pianist Hauschka, whose music expresses the immortal bond between music and nature, is coming back to Melbourne Recital Centre for one night only on Friday 28 June.
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2019
Oscar-nominated German composer and pianist Hauschka, whose music expresses the immortal bond between music and nature, is coming back to Melbourne Recital Centre for one night only on Friday 28 June.
Dame Edna Announces 'My Gorgeous Life' Tour
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2019
The grand dame of world theatre, Dame Edna Everage, has been forced out of retirement by the demands of her adoring "Precious Possums", announcing a surprise tour of Australia in September and October.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2019
The grand dame of world theatre, Dame Edna Everage, has been forced out of retirement by the demands of her adoring "Precious Possums", announcing a surprise tour of Australia in September and October.
JULIE & JULIA Comes to The Butterfly Club
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2019
Here she is, boys! Here she is, world! Julia Gillard and Julie Bishop were the top dogs of Australian politics, holding the highest positions ever held by women, until it was all torn away by certain male co-workers. For five exclusive performances only, they will spill the tea on the Canberra bubble in a night of cabaret, comedy and musical theatre.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2019
Here she is, boys! Here she is, world! Julia Gillard and Julie Bishop were the top dogs of Australian politics, holding the highest positions ever held by women, until it was all torn away by certain male co-workers. For five exclusive performances only, they will spill the tea on the Canberra bubble in a night of cabaret, comedy and musical theatre.
Photo Flash: Get A First Look At Suzie Mathers and More In BARNUM
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2019
BARNUM, one of Broadway's most treasured musicals, returns to Australia in an all-new spectacular production. From visionary director Tyran Parke, this new production will play an exclusive engagement at Melbourne's most intimate professional musical theatre venue, the Comedy Theatre for a strictly limited time from April 27 2019.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2019
BARNUM, one of Broadway's most treasured musicals, returns to Australia in an all-new spectacular production. From visionary director Tyran Parke, this new production will play an exclusive engagement at Melbourne's most intimate professional musical theatre venue, the Comedy Theatre for a strictly limited time from April 27 2019.
Red Stitch Presents The Australian Premiere Of ESCAPED ALONE
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2019
In a sun-drenched suburban backyard, three older women: Vi, Sally and Lena are joined by Mrs Jarrett, a passing neighbor, as they meet and reflect on their lives. Together they discuss everything from the everyday to the absurd, the sublime and the ridiculous, constructing, over the course of a number of summer afternoons, what appears to be the ordinary labyrinth of a middle-class female life. However, what unravels is a profound and confronting expression of our deepest human fears, as the quiet but surprising newcomer, Mrs Jarrett, reveals that she is privy to something far more catastrophic than we could have imagined.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2019
In a sun-drenched suburban backyard, three older women: Vi, Sally and Lena are joined by Mrs Jarrett, a passing neighbor, as they meet and reflect on their lives. Together they discuss everything from the everyday to the absurd, the sublime and the ridiculous, constructing, over the course of a number of summer afternoons, what appears to be the ordinary labyrinth of a middle-class female life. However, what unravels is a profound and confronting expression of our deepest human fears, as the quiet but surprising newcomer, Mrs Jarrett, reveals that she is privy to something far more catastrophic than we could have imagined.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Releases 50,000 New Tickets
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2019
A new block of tickets for record-breaking theatrical event Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will go on sale to the general public at 11am this Tuesday May 7, 2019, via the official website HarryPotterThePlay.com. The booking period will be extended, with new tickets made available for performances up until and including Sunday March 22, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2019
A new block of tickets for record-breaking theatrical event Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will go on sale to the general public at 11am this Tuesday May 7, 2019, via the official website HarryPotterThePlay.com. The booking period will be extended, with new tickets made available for performances up until and including Sunday March 22, 2020.
Laser Beak Man is Back To Save The Day At QPAC
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2019
Brisbane's favourite home-grown hero, Laser Beak Man, is back to save the day at Queensland Performing Art Centre's (QPAC) Playhouse from 2 to 5 October 2019.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2019
Brisbane's favourite home-grown hero, Laser Beak Man, is back to save the day at Queensland Performing Art Centre's (QPAC) Playhouse from 2 to 5 October 2019.
National Indigenous Music Awards Nominations Are Now Open
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 30, 2019
Nominations are now open for the 2019 National Indigenous Music Awards(NIMAs) signaling the beginning of the sixteenth year of the event providing a well-deserved platform for First Nation's talent in Australia, raising Indigenous music to grand new heights.
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 30, 2019
Nominations are now open for the 2019 National Indigenous Music Awards(NIMAs) signaling the beginning of the sixteenth year of the event providing a well-deserved platform for First Nation's talent in Australia, raising Indigenous music to grand new heights.
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