Jade Kops

In a serene forest setting, Silven guides us through a poignant memory of being lost in the woods at age 12—a defining moment that shaped his life. Each detail of that day carries enduring significance, reflecting on his experience as a child of separated parents.

Bangarra Dance Theatre proudly takes a bold step forward, performing at the prestigious Dame Joan Sutherland Theatre, a venue celebrated for its world-class opera and ballet. After two decades at the Drama Theatre, and in their 36th year, Bangarra presents ILLUME, a groundbreaking production and their first collaboration with First Nations visual artist Darrell Sibosado. Paired with Brendon Boney’s stunning music and soundscape, and enriched by powerful narratives, this work is a visual feast.

Amy Herzog’s MARY JANE directed by Rachael Chant at The Old Fitz Theatre, is a semi-autobiographical drama that immerses viewers in the life of Mary Jane, a single mother caring for her chronically ill son, Alex, who suffers from nemaline myopathy. Set in a modest Brooklyn apartment and various medical settings, the play unfolds through naturalistic dialogue, capturing the relentless grind of caregiving.

Craig Ilott (co-creator and director) and Stuart Couzens’ (co-creator and designer) Parisian style classy cabaret L’Hôtel calls Sydney’s newest theatre space, Foundry Theatre, home for an encore season. 

The mental health risk of misguided love plays out in the crazy comedy of WOMEN ON THE VERGE OF A NERVOUS BREAKDOWN. David Yazbek (music and lyrics) and Jeffrey Lane (book)  gave Pedro Almodovar’s 1988 film of the same name the musical theatre treatment in 2010 resulting in a madcap merging of Spanish inspired music and farcical comedy with an 1980’s aesthetic which is all right is director Alexander Berlage’s wheelhouse.

In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Claude-Michel Schönberg (Book & Music), Alain Boublil (Concept, Book & Original French Lyrics)  and Herbert Kretzmer (Lyrics) musical theatre adaptation of Victor Hugo’s novel, LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR is a captivating, staged concert designed for large venues.

Robyn Nevin (Director) brings another of Agatha Christie’s murder mysteries to the Sydney stage with And Then There Were None. See here for more information!

The Wrong Godsis set on the banks of a sacred river, near the outskirts of town in India. Nirmala (Nadie Kammallaweera) is the Mother to Isha  (Radhika Mudaliyar). They come to odds as surviving and thriving clash.

In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Claude-Michel Schönberg (Music) and Herbert Kretzmer musical theatre adaptation of Victor Hugo’s novel, LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR is a captivating, staged concert designed for large venues.

Presented as part of Herstory Arts Festival, Rebecca McNamee’s (Playwright & Director) ABIGAIL WILLIAMS is a response to Arthur Miller’s 1953 THE CRUCIBLE where the young woman is finally given the chance to tell her story.

Belvoir St Theatre presents BIG GIRLS DON’T CRY, a debut work by writer Dalara Williams, directed by Ian Michael.

BLOOM fills your heart with joy. Director Dean Bryant brings BLOOM to the Syndey stage after a successful 2023 run with the Melbourne Théâtre Company. With exuberant music by Kate Weston and book and lyrics by Tom Gleisner of Working Dog fame, the productive Australian comedy team, known for The Castle, Frontline, The Dish and Utopia,  

The Producers, Mel Brooks (Book, Music & Lyrics) and Thomas Meehan (Book) musical theatre adaptation of Brooks’ 1967 movie of the same name is given the Hayes Theatre treatment by Julia Robertson (Director).

Acclaimed Australian musical theatre icon Anthony Warlow reprises his performance of Billionaire Oliver Warbucks alongside a new generation of talented young performers, and of course an adorable dog, as ANNIE returns to the Sydney stage.

Director Liesel Badorrek brings Tennessee Williams’ career-defining debut work to the Ensemble stage with a bold, multifaceted production. With a fresh and inventive eye, she breathes exuberant life into this classic, eliciting richly layered performances full of subtlety and emotional depth from every cast member.

Bright, bold and brilliantly fun, Frank Loesser’s (Music and Lyrics), Jo Swerling (Book) and Abe Burrows’ (Book) Tony Award Winning GUYS AND DOLLS delights audiences for Opera Australia’s annual Handa Opera On Sydney Harbour “event theatre” offering.

NO LOVE SONGS, Kyle Falconer (songs), Laura Wilde (book) and Johnny McKnight’s (book) musical theatre treatment of Falconer’s solo album No Love Songs For Laura is presented with humour and honesty by Lucy Maunder and Keegan Joyce.