Sydney's THE LION KING Principal Cast Announced
The principal performers leading The Lion King in Sydney next year have been announced, ahead of the show's opening at Sydney's Capitol Theatre in April 2026.
Sydney Theatre Newsroom
The latest theatre news from Sydney, Australia — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
Larry Kramer's THE NORMAL HEART to be Presented at Sydney Theatre Company
Almost forty years after its Australian premiere at Sydney Theatre Company in 1989, Larry Kramer's groundbreaking, semi-autobiographical and Tony and Olivier Award-winning masterpiece The Normal Heart returns for STC's 2026 season.
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA is Coming to Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour
The Phantom of the Opera fans from around the world can kick off celebrations for the 40th anniversary of the iconic musical with a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Sydney, Australia, at Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour.
Magician And Mentalist Asi Wind to Make Australian Debut at Sydney Opera House
Award-winning magician and internationally acclaimed mentalist Asi Wind will make his Australian debut with More Than Magic at The Playhouse, Sydney Opera House for one week only.
REVIEW: CONGRATULATIONS, GET RICH! Is Merlynn Tong’s Heartwarming And Hilarious Singaporean Chinese Ghost Story.
Merlynn Tong’s (Playwright and Performer) latest work, CONGRAULATIONS, GET RICH! is a fabulous musical comedy that centres on Singaporean Chinese culture.
SONGS OF THE BULBUL Comes to the Playhouse This January
A powerful new contemporary dance production – Songs of the Bulbul, featuring internationally renowned UK dancer-choreographer Aakash Odedra – arrives at the Sydney Opera House in January for four performances in the Playhouse.
GARRIGARRANG BADU Premieres at Sydney Festival 2026
A major new work from leading First Nations artist, Dharug choreographer Peta Strachan and her all-female Jannawi Dance Clan will take the stage at Sydney Opera House in a world premiere season as part of Sydney Festival 2026.
Sydney Philharmonia Choirs Announces 2026 Season
Sydney Philharmonia Choirs has announced its 2026 season, featuring nine major Sydney concert events alongside interstate and international activity.
Gary Lang's THE OTHER SIDE OF ME Makes Sydney Debut
A powerful healing work centred on a Stolen Generations experience, The Other Side of Me will make its Sydney debut from 6 – 9 May 2026 at the Sydney Opera House.
REVIEW: Camp And Comic, COWBOIS Is The Queer Western Turning The Tables On The Classic Tales Of Gunslingers And Bandits.
Kate Gaul (Producer and Director) brings Charlie Josephine’s (Playwright) COWBOIS to Sydney.
Michael Cassel Group Launches Work Experience Program For 2026
This program creates opportunities for secondary school, tertiary and vocational education students, recent graduates and early-career professionals to learn from Michael Cassel Group’s expertise.
REVIEWS: Mind Games, Madness And Marriages Merge In A Captivating Expression Of Edward Albee’s WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?
Following on from 2023 and 2024 seasons in Melbourne, Sarah Goodes’ (Director) presentation of Edward Albee’s WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? opens in Sydney.
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards.
Josh Groban Sets 'Gems' World Tour for 2026 with Stops in London, Paris, Dublin & More
Tony, EMMY, and five-time GRAMMY Award-nominated performer Josh Groban has announced his first world tour in 10 years, with Taipei, Singapore, Jakarta, Manila, Tokyo, Auckland, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and more.
BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical to Close at Sydney Lyric in January
Australian producers Crossroads Live have announced Back to the Future: The Musical will play its final performance on January 25, 2026 at the Sydney Lyric.
Sydney Opera House Appoints Harry Prouse as Head of Contemporary Performance
The Sydney Opera House has announced the appointment of Harry Prouse to its artistic leadership team as Head of Contemporary Performance, leading the next chapter of imaginative programming inspired by the best of contemporary culture.
Huon to Join Midnight Til Morning on Australian Tour
Midnight Til Morning have announced that local artist Huon will join them on their upcoming debut east coast tour, which kicks off on Thursday 20 November.
Cast Set For LOVE ACTUALLY? in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane
Following extensive auditions across Australia, the Off-Broadway smash hit, Love Actually? The Musical Parody has announced three separate local casts for Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane's festive seasons.
AC/DC Returning to Australia in 2025 With POWER UP Tour
AC/DC will bring their POWER UP Tour to Australia, kicking off in Melbourne on Wednesday, November 12, at the MCG.
REVIEW: FLY GIRL Brings Australian Aviation History And The Landmark Sex Discrimination Case Against Ansett Airlines To the Stage
Deborah Lawrie’s story of winning the fight to be the first female pilot for a major Australian Airline plays out in Genevieve Hegney and Catherine Moore’s (playwrights) new play, FLY GIRL.
The Bachelor's Wesley Senna Leads World Premiere Of Gravity At QTOPIA Sydney
Multi-Award-Winning independent theatre company Rogue Projects are pleased to be presenting Bradford Elmore's playwriting debut, Gravity, directed by theatre legend Anthony Skuse.
Eddie Izzard to Perform Acclaimed Production of Shakespeare's HAMLET at the Sydney Opera House
Eddie Izzard brings her acclaimed Hamlet performance to Sydney Opera House in June 2026, embodying all 23 characters in this intimate production.
REVIEW: THE LOVERS Is Brilliant Modern Musical Adaptation Of Shakespeare’s Magical Mixed Up Quartet of Young Lovers
Shake & Stir Theatre Co brings Laura Murphy’s (Book, Music & Lyrics) THE LOVERS back to Sydney with a fabulously fun new production.
Olivier Award–Winning Comedy PRIDE AND PREJUDICE (SORT OF) To Tour Australia In 2026
Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Australian tour of Pride and Prejudice (sort of), the Olivier Award–winning musical comedy by Isobel McArthur, after Jane Austen.
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2026 IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition Semi-Finals Concert The Independent Theatre (8/16-8/16) |
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I Love Your Faces: The Don Lane Story Jetty Memorial Theatre (9/05-9/05) |
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The Lark IPAC – IMB Theatre (8/05-8/09) |
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Confetti & Chaos - Pokolbin Hunter Valley Resort & Farm (8/20-8/20) |
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We Are The Tigers Hayes Theatre (10/09-11/08) |
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As For Me And My House Campbelltown Town Hall Theatre (10/15-10/18) |
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Rigoletto Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House (7/21-8/21) |
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Reefer Madness Pioneer Theatre (11/13-11/22) |
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Weddings and Parties Over Coffee St. James Church, King St (8/09-8/09) |
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lacuna Belvoir Street Theatre (7/30-8/15) |