Australian Premiere of TOOTSIE Set for Teatro at the Italian Forum in 2026
Tootsie will make its Australian premiere this May at Teatro at the Italian Forum in Sydney.
Sydney Theatre Newsroom
The latest theatre news from Sydney, Australia — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
REVIEW: Forty Years On, THE NORMAL HEART Is A Powerful piece of Theatre That Informs, Challenges And Remains Important In the 21st Century.
Larry Kramer's The Normal Heart remains a powerful, vital work 40 years on in this captivating Sydney Theatre Company production starring Mitchell Butel and directed by Dean Bryant.
Emma Algeri's MRS MARVIN Will Embark on Australian Tour in 2026
Emma Algeri's character 'Mrs Marvin' will tour Australia in 2026, showcasing a unique blend of comedy and music following critical acclaim.
EUGENE ONEGIN Comes to Sydney Opera House in March
Opera Australia’s summer season will come to a sumptuous conclusion with Tchaikovsky’s most celebrated opera, Eugene Onegin opening at the Sydney Opera House on 17 March.
Postmodern Jukebox Bringing THE FUTURE IS VINTAGE Tour to Australia
POSTMODERN JUKEBOX has announced a tour with their brand-new show, which will take them to cities across UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand, to kick off their 2026 THE FUTURE IS VINTAGE World Tour.
Sydney Theatre Company Extends Season for MY BRILLIANT CAREER
Ahead of its Sydney premiere at Sydney Theatre Company's Roslyn Packer Theatre next month, the season for Melbourne Theatre Company's acclaimed musical adaptation of Miles Franklin's My Brilliant Career has been extended.
Natalie Bassingthwaighte, Rob Mills and More to Lead WAITRESS Australia Premiere
Casting has been announced for the Australian Premiere of Broadway's smash-hit musical WAITRESS, which will light up Her Majesty's Theatre Melbourne from 1 May, and the Sydney Lyric Theatre from 1 August.
Natalie Bassingthwaighte and More to Star in WAITRESS Australian Premiere
The cast has been revealed for the Australian Premiere of Broadway’s Waitress, which will light up Her Majesty’s Theatre Melbourne and the Sydney Lyric Theatre.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from January 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
Jenni Large Brings FARAWAY to Australian Dance Theatre
Australian Dance Theatre will kick off 2026 with Faraway by Jenni Large.
Sydney Chamber Choir Will Perform CARMINA BURANA in March
Sydney's music scene is set to be invigorated with a powerful performance of CARMINA BURANA this March.
WHISPERING JACK: THE JOHN FARNHAM MUSICAL Extends at Sydney Theatre Company
Sydney Theatre Company's world premiere season of Whispering Jack: The John Farnham Musical, starring Michael Paynter, has been extended at Roslyn Packer Theatre.
WHISPERING JACK: THE JOHN FARNHAM MUSICAL Extended at Sydney Theatre Company
Following the recent announcement that Michael Paynter will play John Farnham in Sydney Theatre Company's world premiere season of Whispering Jack: The John Farnham Musical, the season has been extended due to popular demand.
Interview: Caitlin Green of TONSILS + TWEEZERS at Old Fitz Theatre
The Old Fitz is lighting for a stellar year of new and emerging works.
Maddison Fraser Joins Bangarra Dance Theatre as a Company Dancer
Bangarra Dance Theatre has announced the appointment of a new Company Dancer, Maddison Fraser, a proud Palyku and Yindjibarndi woman from the Pilbara region of Western Australia, joining the company from April.
Sydney's THE LION KING Full Cast Revealed Ahead of April 2026 Opening
Disney has revealed the full cast that will step into the Pride Lands when The Lion King returns to Sydney, which includes Australian stage and screen actor Daniel Frederiksen who will play the role of Scar.
West End Revival of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Sets 2026 Australia Tour
Following sold-out seasons in London and across the UK, the critically acclaimed Fiddler on the Roof is set to tour Australia in 2026, with its inaugural premiere season at Theatre Royal Sydney from July 2026.
Matteo Bocelli Returning to Australia with 'Falling In Love' World Tour
Following sold-out performances around the world, Matteo Bocelli will perform five Australian shows, opening the tour in Perth, before making his debut performance in Adelaide, and continuing to Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane.
25th BIENNALE OF SYDNEY: REMEMORY Unveils Full Artist and Programming Roster
The Biennale of Sydney has announced the full list of artists, project highlights and initial programming for its 25th edition, titled ‘Rememory’, being presented free to the public from 14 March to 14 June 2026.
Richard Roxburgh, Damon Herriman, and Toby Schmitz to Star in ART in Sydney
In a rare opportunity to see three of Australia’s finest actors on stage together, Richard Roxburgh, Damon Herriman and Toby Schmitz star together in the internationally award-winning play ART by Yasmina Reza.
Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra to Play Australian Tour
Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra will embark on The Night Blooms World Tour in Australia in April/May.
WHISPERING JACK: The John Farnham Musical to Debut at Roslyn Packer Theatre
Michael Paynter will play Australian music icon John Farnham in Whispering Jack: The John Farnham Musical in Sydney Theatre Company's World Premiere season at Roslyn Packer Theatre this November.
Sydney Chamber Choir to Perform CARMINA BURANA at City Recital Hall
Sydney Chamber Choir will present Carl Orff's iconic Carmina Burana at City Recital Hall, featuring a unique arrangement for two pianos and percussion.
REVIEW: AMPLIFIED THE EXQUISITE ROCK AND RAGE OF CHRISSY AMPHLETT Is Sheridan Harbridge’s Latest Cabaret Celebration A Strong Woman.
AMPLIFIED THE EXQUISITE ROCK AND RAGE OF CHRISSY AMPHLETT is an 80-minute dive into life of the Divinyls frontwoman that broke through the stereotype of women in music with her rebellious rock’n’roll volatility.
Michael Paynter to Play John Farnham in Sydney Theatre Company's WHISPERING JACK
Sydney Theatre Company, Michael Cassel and Gaynor Wheatley announced Michael Paynter will play Australian music icon John Farnham in Whispering Jack: The John Farnham Musical in Sydney Theatre Company’s World Premiere season.
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Pride And Prejudice* (*sort of) Drama Theatre, Sydney Opera House (7/16-8/30) VIDEOS |
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Moulin Rouge! The Musical (Australia) Sydney Lyric Theatre (3/09-4/04) |
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The Dragon Child Sydney Event Centre (9/26-9/26) |
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The Book of Everything Belvoir St Theatre (8/22-9/20) |
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lacuna Belvoir Street Theatre (7/30-8/15) |
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We Are The Tigers Hayes Theatre (10/09-11/08) |
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The Drover's Wife Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House (8/07-8/15) |
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2026 IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition Semi-Finals Concert The Independent Theatre (8/16-8/16) |
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SYDNEY COMEDY FESTIVAL - SHOWCASE TOUR Regent Theatre (9/11-9/11) |
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Play In A Day: Henry VI Part 2 The Neilson Nutshell, Pier 2/3 (9/15-9/15) |