Lea Salonga To Tour Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne In November 2019
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2019
Tony and Olivier Award-winner, 'Disney Legend' and musical theatre royalty Lea Salonga announces she will be returning to Australia in November 2019 for an east coast tour. Lea Salonga: In Concert will, for the first time, take to the QPAC stage in Brisbane and will return to Sydney and Melbourne, following her previous sold-out concert tour. Known for her powerhouse vocals and perfect pitch, Lea is a best known for her West End and Broadway roles in Les Miserables and Miss Saigon, as well as being the singing voice for two Disney Princesses in the animated classics Aladdin and Mulan. Globally, Lea has sold a phenomenal 19 million albums.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2019
Tony and Olivier Award-winner, 'Disney Legend' and musical theatre royalty Lea Salonga announces she will be returning to Australia in November 2019 for an east coast tour. Lea Salonga: In Concert will, for the first time, take to the QPAC stage in Brisbane and will return to Sydney and Melbourne, following her previous sold-out concert tour. Known for her powerhouse vocals and perfect pitch, Lea is a best known for her West End and Broadway roles in Les Miserables and Miss Saigon, as well as being the singing voice for two Disney Princesses in the animated classics Aladdin and Mulan. Globally, Lea has sold a phenomenal 19 million albums.
Anarchic British Game Show WHEELY WHEELY WHEELY WHEELY WHEELY Makes Its Australian Debut
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2019
It's live comedy's most ludicrous game show! Join your hosts Stephanie and Paul, and one enormous wheel. There will be snorkels, pirate costumes, drawings of donkeys and a glamorous assistant called Stuart. Audiences are split into two teams and play each other in a series of fast-paced, deeply stupid / incredibly witty games, such as "Admiral Duck", "Poppy Cock" and "The Bruce Forsyth Memorial Chin Round". You might also find that Stephanie throws some maltesers at/in your face.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2019
It's live comedy's most ludicrous game show! Join your hosts Stephanie and Paul, and one enormous wheel. There will be snorkels, pirate costumes, drawings of donkeys and a glamorous assistant called Stuart. Audiences are split into two teams and play each other in a series of fast-paced, deeply stupid / incredibly witty games, such as "Admiral Duck", "Poppy Cock" and "The Bruce Forsyth Memorial Chin Round". You might also find that Stephanie throws some maltesers at/in your face.
Cirque Du Soleil's KURIOS Will Tour Australia
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2019
Cirque du Soleil will return to Australia from October this year with its most acclaimed touring show, KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities. KURIOS will premiere under their Signature Big Top on 2 October 2019 in Sydney at Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park. Written and directed by Michel Laprise, KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities is a tale in which time comes to a complete stop, transporting the audience inside a fantasy world where everything is possible. In this realm set in the latter half of the nineteenth century, reality is quite relative indeed as our perception of it is utterly transformed.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2019
Cirque du Soleil will return to Australia from October this year with its most acclaimed touring show, KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities. KURIOS will premiere under their Signature Big Top on 2 October 2019 in Sydney at Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park. Written and directed by Michel Laprise, KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities is a tale in which time comes to a complete stop, transporting the audience inside a fantasy world where everything is possible. In this realm set in the latter half of the nineteenth century, reality is quite relative indeed as our perception of it is utterly transformed.
Aidan Jones Brings Latest Comedy Show to the Melbourne International Comedy Festival
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2019
Aidan Jones is bringing his latest international sell-out comedy show to the Melbourne International Comedy Festival in 2019 - the incredibly unique story of a real-life journal written over an entire year on a deck of playing cards.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2019
Aidan Jones is bringing his latest international sell-out comedy show to the Melbourne International Comedy Festival in 2019 - the incredibly unique story of a real-life journal written over an entire year on a deck of playing cards.
BWW REVIEW: BLUE PLANET II LIVE IN CONCERT Is A Brilliant Pairing Of Sydney Symphony Orchestra With The BBC's Famous Nature Show, Beautifully Narrated by Joanna Lumley
by Jade Kops - March 09, 2019
Han Zimmer, Jacob Shea and David Fleming's cinematic compositions come to life as Sydney Symphony Orchestra pairs with BBC Studio's magnificent marine life footage for BLUE PLANET II LIVE IN CONCERT, narrated live by Joanna Lumley.
by Jade Kops - March 09, 2019
Han Zimmer, Jacob Shea and David Fleming's cinematic compositions come to life as Sydney Symphony Orchestra pairs with BBC Studio's magnificent marine life footage for BLUE PLANET II LIVE IN CONCERT, narrated live by Joanna Lumley.
STRING SYMPHONY Comes to Arts Centre Melbourne
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
This March Labour Day weekend, visitors are invited to enjoy String Symphony, a free interactive performance installation where children and families bring to life a giant illuminated puppet called Leor under Arts Centre Melbourne's iconic spire. Using more than a kilometre of rope, the four-metre handwoven giant festooned with 600 LED lights will be animated by 'a symphony of people' consisting of 12 participants and four performers. Together they can make it dance, jump and wave forming a connection through both storytelling and puppetry.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
This March Labour Day weekend, visitors are invited to enjoy String Symphony, a free interactive performance installation where children and families bring to life a giant illuminated puppet called Leor under Arts Centre Melbourne's iconic spire. Using more than a kilometre of rope, the four-metre handwoven giant festooned with 600 LED lights will be animated by 'a symphony of people' consisting of 12 participants and four performers. Together they can make it dance, jump and wave forming a connection through both storytelling and puppetry.
National Gallery Of Victoria Presents First Exhibition To Bring Together Work Of Father And Daughter Artists
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
Hans and Nora Heysen: Two Generations of Australian Art is the first major exhibition to bring together the work of father and daughter artists Hans and Nora Heysen. With works covering more than a century of Australian history, this exhibition offers audiences an unprecedented insight into one of Australia's most prominent and influential artistic dynasties.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
Hans and Nora Heysen: Two Generations of Australian Art is the first major exhibition to bring together the work of father and daughter artists Hans and Nora Heysen. With works covering more than a century of Australian history, this exhibition offers audiences an unprecedented insight into one of Australia's most prominent and influential artistic dynasties.
MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL And Dress For Success Partnership Announced
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
The highly acclaimed new Australian musical produced by Global Creatures, Muriel's Wedding The Musical, commences in Melbourne in March at Her Majesty's Theatre with previews from March 12 and opening night on March 23. Sydney previews commence from June 28 at Sydney Lyric Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
The highly acclaimed new Australian musical produced by Global Creatures, Muriel's Wedding The Musical, commences in Melbourne in March at Her Majesty's Theatre with previews from March 12 and opening night on March 23. Sydney previews commence from June 28 at Sydney Lyric Theatre.
Three New Shows Announced for Hugh Jackman's 'The Man. The Music. The Show.'
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 07, 2019
Following on from Monday's extra show announcement and by huge demand in the pre-sale period, Paul Dainty, President and CEO of TEG Dainty has announced a further 3 new shows for Hugh Jackman's The Man. The Music. The Show.
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 07, 2019
Following on from Monday's extra show announcement and by huge demand in the pre-sale period, Paul Dainty, President and CEO of TEG Dainty has announced a further 3 new shows for Hugh Jackman's The Man. The Music. The Show.
BRING IT ON THE MUSICAL Returns To Melbourne And Premieres In Sydney
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
One, two, three, GO! After an extended sell-out season and three Green Room Award nominations including Best Production of a Musical, David Venn is proud to announce the Broadway hit BRING IT ON THE MUSICAL will return to Melbourne and premiere in Sydney this year.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
One, two, three, GO! After an extended sell-out season and three Green Room Award nominations including Best Production of a Musical, David Venn is proud to announce the Broadway hit BRING IT ON THE MUSICAL will return to Melbourne and premiere in Sydney this year.
DIGGING DEEPER: Secrets Of The Neo-COALonial Movement Unearthed! Comes to the Stage
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
Digging Deeper is a satirical romp through Australia's 20-year war on the climate, on native species, and the Great Barrier Reef, exposing the deep ties between global 'fossilgarchs'*, 'political donations', conflicted decision makers, and casino capitalism. The production is the first mainstage offering by ClimActs - a performative activist group usually seen intercepting polluter-friendly politicians and fossil fuel financiers.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
Digging Deeper is a satirical romp through Australia's 20-year war on the climate, on native species, and the Great Barrier Reef, exposing the deep ties between global 'fossilgarchs'*, 'political donations', conflicted decision makers, and casino capitalism. The production is the first mainstage offering by ClimActs - a performative activist group usually seen intercepting polluter-friendly politicians and fossil fuel financiers.
World Music Super Group Silkroad Ensemble Makes Queensland Debut At QPAC
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
The international musicians of Grammy Award-winning super group Silkroad Ensemble will perform their genre-defying music in Brisbane for the first time at Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) today 7 March 2019.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
The international musicians of Grammy Award-winning super group Silkroad Ensemble will perform their genre-defying music in Brisbane for the first time at Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) today 7 March 2019.
MR. BURNS Set To Return To Melbourne After Complete Sell Out Of Current Season
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2019
Mr. Burns set to return to Melbourne after complete sell out of current season Due to popular demand, Lightning Jar Theatre is thrilled to announce the return of Mr. Burns, a post-electric play at fortyfivedownstairs from 2 - 19 May 2019 for those who missed out the first time around.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2019
Mr. Burns set to return to Melbourne after complete sell out of current season Due to popular demand, Lightning Jar Theatre is thrilled to announce the return of Mr. Burns, a post-electric play at fortyfivedownstairs from 2 - 19 May 2019 for those who missed out the first time around.
SILENT KNIGHT Comes to Globe Alley
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2019
Follow John the Knight (aforementioned man in aforementioned terrible knight costume) on a voyage through the imagination of an emotionally-stunted man-child as we meet a cowboy, Godzilla, a marathon runner, a recreational swimmer, a priest, a sheep, and a very, very good magician.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2019
Follow John the Knight (aforementioned man in aforementioned terrible knight costume) on a voyage through the imagination of an emotionally-stunted man-child as we meet a cowboy, Godzilla, a marathon runner, a recreational swimmer, a priest, a sheep, and a very, very good magician.
UK Comic And BBC Writer, Stephanie Laing, Returns To Australia With Brand New Show
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2019
Acclaimed UK stand-up and writer for the BBC Stephanie Laing returns to Australia with a brand new show about giving up. Stephanie has quit all her life, everything from ballet lessons and smoking to love and relationships. At once filthy and lovable, Laing's darkly hilarious comedy explores what it means to be happy, how it feels to fail, and why she isn't ready to quit her new polyamorous relationship. Delving into the corners of her oddball mind, Laing's raw comedy examines her self-destructive drinking, self harm and attempts to quit quitting. Laing's brilliant comedic timing, song writing and unique outlook on the world is a hilarious and touching exercise in self-belief. Nuanced, beautifully written comedy from a rising star on the international comedy scene. This show is sure to appeal to anyone who has ever quit and everyone who has ever tried again.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2019
Acclaimed UK stand-up and writer for the BBC Stephanie Laing returns to Australia with a brand new show about giving up. Stephanie has quit all her life, everything from ballet lessons and smoking to love and relationships. At once filthy and lovable, Laing's darkly hilarious comedy explores what it means to be happy, how it feels to fail, and why she isn't ready to quit her new polyamorous relationship. Delving into the corners of her oddball mind, Laing's raw comedy examines her self-destructive drinking, self harm and attempts to quit quitting. Laing's brilliant comedic timing, song writing and unique outlook on the world is a hilarious and touching exercise in self-belief. Nuanced, beautifully written comedy from a rising star on the international comedy scene. This show is sure to appeal to anyone who has ever quit and everyone who has ever tried again.
Love, Sweat And Science Come to The Melbourne International Comedy Festival
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2019
After the Wine Science Show sold out shows last year, Luke Morris is back, and this time for the researcher with an excessive sweating disorder, it's personal.
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2019
After the Wine Science Show sold out shows last year, Luke Morris is back, and this time for the researcher with an excessive sweating disorder, it's personal.
Hugh Jackman's 'The Man. The Music. The Show.' Adds Three Shows Due to Demand
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 04, 2019
Academy Award® nominated, Golden Globe, Grammy and Tony Award-winning performer, Hugh Jackman, announced the Australian leg of his The Man. The Music. The Show. WORLD TOUR last week. By huge demand in the pre-sale period 3 new shows have been announced:
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 04, 2019
Academy Award® nominated, Golden Globe, Grammy and Tony Award-winning performer, Hugh Jackman, announced the Australian leg of his The Man. The Music. The Show. WORLD TOUR last week. By huge demand in the pre-sale period 3 new shows have been announced:
Arts House Presents SPECTRAL
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2019
In April, Arts House will present Spectral - a one-week season that delves into the visceral interface between sound and light with leading artists Robin Fox, Meagan Streader, Hanna Chetwin, Jannah Quill and Kusum Normoyle.
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2019
In April, Arts House will present Spectral - a one-week season that delves into the visceral interface between sound and light with leading artists Robin Fox, Meagan Streader, Hanna Chetwin, Jannah Quill and Kusum Normoyle.
PORTRAIT OF THE ARTIST AS A YOUNG HAM Comes to Melbourne International Comedy Festival
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2019
The race for Best Newcomer at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival is always packed with strong contenders. This year, an unlikely new face will be joining the fray. While Elizabeth Brennan's firebrand wit and delivery is tempting, the standout is her co-star: a literal leg of Ham, perched on a stool as Brennan steers the audience through the highs and lows of environmental ennui.
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2019
The race for Best Newcomer at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival is always packed with strong contenders. This year, an unlikely new face will be joining the fray. While Elizabeth Brennan's firebrand wit and delivery is tempting, the standout is her co-star: a literal leg of Ham, perched on a stool as Brennan steers the audience through the highs and lows of environmental ennui.
THE GREATEST MAGIC SHOW Comes to The Melba Spiegeltent
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2019
The Greatest Magic Show is once again returning to The Melba Spiegeltent in Collingwood from 13 to 20 April as a part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival! Featuring incredible illusions, escaping from 200m of GLAD WRAP before being covered in a bucket of slime, incredible circus artistry, and invisibly shooting a very special guest out of a cannon across the stage; these are just some of the things that make this family-friendly magic show, the GREATEST!
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2019
The Greatest Magic Show is once again returning to The Melba Spiegeltent in Collingwood from 13 to 20 April as a part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival! Featuring incredible illusions, escaping from 200m of GLAD WRAP before being covered in a bucket of slime, incredible circus artistry, and invisibly shooting a very special guest out of a cannon across the stage; these are just some of the things that make this family-friendly magic show, the GREATEST!
BWW Review: LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST - Melbourne Shakespeare Company
by Victoria Beal - March 03, 2019
BWW Review: LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST - Melbourne Shakespeare Company
by Victoria Beal - March 03, 2019
BWW Review: LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST - Melbourne Shakespeare Company
LET'S TAKE OVER - A One-Day Arts Festival Comes to The Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2019
Ten talented young people aged between 14 and 25 have been selected to program the Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre, programming the entire building for Let's Take Over presents The Reveillon, a one-day arts festival today 2 March 2019.
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2019
Ten talented young people aged between 14 and 25 have been selected to program the Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre, programming the entire building for Let's Take Over presents The Reveillon, a one-day arts festival today 2 March 2019.
SUPER AMAZING GIANT GIRL Comes to Melbourne For The Comedy Festival
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2019
Adapted for the comedy festival and following an awesome smash-hit Australian tour, Super Amazing Giant Girl is an hilarious story of strength, fragility and triumph exploring the challenges of fitting in when you're a super amazing GIANT - bigger than the Big Pineapple, stronger than super glue and cooler than an ice cream in the arctic! An action packed, fast-paced and interactive theatre show for kids, Super Amazing Giant Girl created by Anna Lumb and featuring Jez Davies combines thrilling circus, absurd comedy and ingenious physical theatre and stunts at the 2019 Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2019
Adapted for the comedy festival and following an awesome smash-hit Australian tour, Super Amazing Giant Girl is an hilarious story of strength, fragility and triumph exploring the challenges of fitting in when you're a super amazing GIANT - bigger than the Big Pineapple, stronger than super glue and cooler than an ice cream in the arctic! An action packed, fast-paced and interactive theatre show for kids, Super Amazing Giant Girl created by Anna Lumb and featuring Jez Davies combines thrilling circus, absurd comedy and ingenious physical theatre and stunts at the 2019 Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
WESTERLY Comes to The Butterfly Club
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2019
There is something in the air at Westerly cafe today. It's 7:45am and the waitress is dishing out Bloody Mary's, the not-so-creepy man is demanding the paper (in Spanish) and ugly shoes are out. These characters are out to change their lives, and if it means resorting to Beyonce lyrics, then so be it.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2019
There is something in the air at Westerly cafe today. It's 7:45am and the waitress is dishing out Bloody Mary's, the not-so-creepy man is demanding the paper (in Spanish) and ugly shoes are out. These characters are out to change their lives, and if it means resorting to Beyonce lyrics, then so be it.
THE SUBSTATION Presents Four DANCE MASSIVE Events
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2019
The SUBSTATION opens its doors and dance floors this March with four scorching works as part of Dance Massive, Australia's largest celebration of contemporary dance.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2019
The SUBSTATION opens its doors and dance floors this March with four scorching works as part of Dance Massive, Australia's largest celebration of contemporary dance.
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