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REVIEW: THE LOVERS Is Brilliant Modern Musical Adaptation Of Shakespeare’s Magical Mixed Up Quartet of Young Lovers
by Jade Kops - Nov 7, 2025

Shake & Stir Theatre Co brings Laura Murphy’s (Book, Music & Lyrics) THE LOVERS back to Sydney with a fabulously fun new production.

Final Performances Added to Sydney Season of THE LOVERS
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2025

Due to popular demand, extra and final performances have been added today to the Sydney season of the breakout Australian pop musical The Lovers with performances now on sale until 23 November.

PHAR LAP: THE ELECTRO-SWING MUSICAL Gallops Into Hayes Theatre Co. This October
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2025

Phar Lap: The Electro-Swing Musical will have its world premiere at Hayes Theatre Co from October 17–November 22, 2025. Starring Joel Granger as the beloved racehorse, the show blends absurdist comedy, an electro-swing score, and a heartfelt underdog story.

Cast Set For CALAMITY JANE at Sydney Opera House
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2025

The Sydney Opera House announced an all-star posse of performers for Calamity Jane, set to transform the Studio into a Wild West saloon for a strictly limited season.

All New Australian Production of THE LOVERS Comes to Sydney in October
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2025

The breakout Australian pop musical The Lovers is coming to Sydney. The new production will open at Theatre Royal Sydney beginning in October. Learn more about the show here!

Cast Set For Australian Production of THE LOVERS
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2025

A new production of breakout Australian pop musical The Lovers will include a who’s who of Australian musical theatre with the cast announced by Shake & Stir Theatre Co and Queensland Performing Arts Centre.

THE LOVERS Premieres In Brisbane in September
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2025

Shake & Stir Theatre Co and Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), in association with Brisbane Festival, have announced the premiere of a brand-new production of the breakout Australian pop musical The Lovers.

REVIEW: PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK, Part Of Australia’s Contemporary Mythology, Is Given New Life With Sydney Theatre Company’s New Staging
by Jade Kops - Mar 3, 2025

Tom Wright’s adaptation of Joan Lindsay’s PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK chills and thrills with Ian Michael’s (Director) crisp new production.  Based on Lindsay’s 1967 novel, which was included in the “Big Jubilee Read” list to celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee, this mysterious thriller is presented with economy so the source text remains the hero of the work.

THE DICTIONARY OF LOST WORDS Will Embark on Australian Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2025

Sydney Theatre Company and State Theatre Company South Australia’s adaptation of The Dictionary of Lost Words will play a strictly limited encore season at STC’s Roslyn Packer Theatre before embarking on tour.

Winners Revealed For 2024 Sydney Theatre Awards
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

The winners of the 2024 Sydney Theatre Awards were announced  at a star-studded ceremony, with 28 Awards presented, shared between 16 productions. Check out the winners ehre!

THE LEWIS TRILOGY, STOLEN, and More Nominated For 2024 Sydney Theatre Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2024

Nominations have been announced for the 2024 Sydney Theatre Awards, which will be presented at an industry gala ceremony next month. Check out the full list of nominees here!

Sydney Theatre Company Opens PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK in February
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024

Sydney Theatre Company’s new production of Picnic at Hanging Rock, Tom Wright’s critically lauded adaptation of the Joan Lindsay classic, is coming to Sydney Opera House from February 2025.

THE DICTIONARY OF LOST WORDS Comes to QPAC Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2024

The breakout Australian hit play The Dictionary of Lost Words, based on Pip Williams’ award-winning novel of the same name, will be performed in Brisbane for the first time when it comes to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre’s (QPAC) Playhouse from 26 April to 10 May 2025.

Ian Michael Will Direct New Production of Jane Harrison's STOLEN at the Wharf Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2024

Following his award-winning Sydney Theatre Company directorial debut Constellations, STC Resident Director and Wilman Noongar man Ian Michael will helm a new production of Jane Harrison’s Stolen, playing the Wharf Theatre from 6 June.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Australia - Sydney Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Australia - Sydney Awards; THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, FORGETTING TIM MINCHIN, Blackout Theatre Company & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards; THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, A FEW GOOD MEN, Regals Musical Society & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards December 5th Standings; THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards; FORGETTING TIM MINCHIN Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Brenna Harding and Carlos Sanson Jr. To Join THE DICTIONARY OF LOST WORDS in Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2023

Sydney Theatre Company and State Theatre Company South Australia have announced that Logie winner and AACTA nominee Brenna Harding will take on the role of Esme Nicholl alongside rising star Carlos Sanson Jr. as Gareth/Mr Crane in the upcoming Melbourne season of The Dictionary of Lost Words.