Heath Ledger News

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 24, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

The world premiere production of A KNIGHT'S TALE THE MUSICAL, based on the Columbia Pictures film written and directed by Brian Helgeland which starred Heath Ledger and Paul Bettany, will open at Manchester Opera House on 11 April 2025.

PRIMA FACIE is a powerful one-person play by Suzie Miller that explores the complex perception of sexual assault survivors from the point of view of a lawyer hopelessly dedicated to the law. The play explores the legal system and its impact on sexual assault survivors, and Sophia Forrest’s performance coupled with the minimalist staging gives the audience no choice but fully confront these issues.

John Edward is the world's foremost psychic medium and author of numerous critically acclaimed New York Times best sellers.   Australian fans have embraced John since his first tour.  So returning again, John will be touring Australia in  October 24.

So returning again, John will be touring Australia in  October 24. See him connect with the other side. There will be question and answer sessions and messages from loved ones on the other side and more.

Sacred Fools Theater Company has announced Jonas Oppenheim’s new play, The Planet Earth Farewell Concert, a world premiere musical satire about the climate crisis. 

Experience the classic Shakespeare play, THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, reimagined in 1970s San Francisco by the African-American Shakespeare Company. This unique adaptation promises a fresh and exciting take on the timeless tale.

Sydney Theatre Company's critically acclaimed 'RBG: Of Many, One' extends its season due to overwhelming demand. Heather Mitchell reprises her role as Ruth Bader Ginsburg in this extensive Australian tour.

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Australia - Perth 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!

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

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

This holiday season, the Majestic and Empire Theatres in San Antonio are hosting a winter wonderland of entertainment as part of Holidays on Houston Street. Don't miss out on the festive December lineup!

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

DIRTY BIRDS is a joyful and thought-provoking meander through a series of scenes as navigated by sisters who run the full breadth of feelings between siblings, from love and longing through to rivalry and indifference. This may be their first time sharing the pen and the stage, but if DIRTY BIRDS is anything to go by, we hope it's not their last.

Nashville troubadour Bones Owens recently announced the December 1 release of the Eighteen Wheeler EP with the release of the title track and shares the official video. The Keith Leman-directed video begins with Owens in a jail cell and flashes back to the events that led him there. Watch the videos now!

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.

As you sit through JURRUNGU NGAN-GA (Straight Talk), the reality of life for Indigenous people and refugees evolves from poignant to absurd as the talented performers deliver through movement and voice a series of truths with passion and anger.

ARCHITECT OF THE INVISIBLE (11–15 October) devised and directed by Co3 Artistic Director Raewyn Hill is a World Premiere dance work that explores what drives an individual to push beyond their limits to accomplish the extraordinary. Hill delves into the journey of an individual to overcome and endure in this much anticipated follow up to the powerful and emotive multiple award-winning dance work, ARCHIVES OF HUMANITY as part of Perth Festival in 2021.

BWW catches up with Obehi Janice to chat about bringing Nova to the 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

See photos from the 2023 salute to the LGBTQ+ community's contributions to the entertainment industry and launch of the 10th annual 'Real to Reel: Portrayals and Perceptions of LGBTQ+s in Hollywood' exhibit.