Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from February 2026
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Sydney Theatre Newsroom
The latest theatre news from Sydney, Australia — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
New Seats Added to THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at Sydney Harbour Due to High Demand
Opera Australia announced that new seats have been added to every performance of the already extended five-week season of The Phantom of the Opera.
Newcastle Fringe 2026 Reveals Cabaret Lineup
This year, the Newcastle Fringe Festival is turning up the glitter with a cabaret line-up that celebrates queer artistry, unapologetic storytelling and the deliciously daring spirit the genre was built on.
Sydney Theatre Company Will Stage AN ILIAD in March 2026
Award-winning actor David Wenham will make his highly anticipated return to the Sydney Theatre Company stage for the first time in over two decades to perform in An Iliad.
VELVET INFERNO Brings New Show to Sydney in July
A hedonistic escape is set to heat up the Sydney Opera House Studio this winter when Velvet Inferno makes its premiere from 24 July - 13 September 2026.
LA RONDE Returns To The Grand Electric This Month
After a whirlwind national tour and a chorus of critical acclaim, the high-flying, five-star hit La Ronde will return to The Grand Electric from 26 March — bolder, wilder and more unmissable than ever.
EVIL DEAD THE MUSICAL, bloody toe tapping madcap fun
Come along for a campy, madcap night out filled with wonderful musical numbers and affectionate parody.
Freya Skye Upgrades Sydney and Melbourne Venues for 'Stars Align Tour' Dates
Due to presale ticket demand for Freya Skye's Australian 'Stars Align Tour,' venues have been upgraded for the Sydney and Melbourne stops this June.
UK Comedian Greg Davies Will Embark on First Australian Tour
Greg Davies, renowned UK comedian, will embark on his first tour across Australia, bringing his acclaimed comedic style to multiple cities.
Jeff Dunham Will Embark On Australian Tour In August 2026
Legendary comedian, Jeff Dunham has announced his return to Australia in August 2026, kicking off in Perth in August then heading to Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney.
Ariana And The Rose to Present THE BREAKUP VARIETY HOUR Australian
From 6th April – 19th April 2026, The Breakup Variety Hour, an electrifying show from Brooklyn artist Ariana and the Rose, makes its Australian debut at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, before heading to the Sydney Comedy Festival from 23rd – 24th April.
HAIR THE MUSICAL Comes to Theatre Royal Sydney in June
The iconic rock musical HAIR will be staged at Theatre Royal Sydney, bringing its vibrant celebration of 1960s counterculture to Australian audiences.
Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate Best Movie Musical!
Theatre Channel Partners with Australian Theatre Live to Stream Six Stage Hits
Theatre Channel has announced a new international partnership with Australian Theatre Live, bringing acclaimed Australian theatre to audiences worldwide.
Jeff Goldblum Adds Sydney Opera House Show
Actor and musician Jeff Goldblum will present a live show at the Sydney Opera House, offering fans a unique blend of jazz and entertainment.
Theatre Works to Stage MARA This April
Theatre Works will present the compelling production MARA from April 22 to May 2, 2026, inviting media and reviewers to the opening night.
Pre-Sale Tickets for MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Now Available in Sydney
Moulin Rouge! The Musical will return to Sydney in March 2027 bringing back the internationally acclaimed spectacle audiences know and love.
REVIEW: Just As The Composition On Canvas Is Questioned, ART Examines The Foundations Of Friendships
Yasmina Reza’s Award-winning comedy ART has started its Australian tour in Sydney.
REVIEW: Skank Sinatra and Dolly Diamond Deliver a Brilliantly Funny Drag Homage To Mel Brooks’ Classic with THE PERFORMERS.
Drag Divas Skank Sinatra (Jens Radda) and Dolly Diamond(Michael Dalton) have joined forces for a brilliantly funny new cabaret musical THE PERFORMERS.
Nick Power Named Artistic Director and CEO of Force Majeure
Force Majeure has announced the appointment of Nick Power as its new Artistic Director and CEO, marking a significant milestone in the company's history.
Bret McKenzie Adds New Shows to Australian Tour
Bret McKenzie has added an Adelaide show to his Australia tour, as well as adding second shows in Sydney and Melbourne.
Freya Skye Sets New 'Stars Align' Tour Dates Across Australia, Europe, the U.S., and Europe
Freya Skye announces her Stars Align tour, kicking off June 7 in Brisbane, AU! The Zombies 4 breakout star heads to Australia, the U.
I HATE MEN As Read By Men Comes to Newcastle Fringe Festival
The world premiere of I HATE MEN As Read By Men comes to Newcastle Fringe Festival, 20–22 March 2026 - a daring new work in development that reimagines Pauline Harmange's once-banned essays for the stage.
Sydney Theatre Company Extends THE RIVER
Sydney Theatre Company's production of Jez Butterworth's The River starring Miranda Otto has proven popular with audiences and new performances are now on sale for an extended season.
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SYDNEY COMEDY FESTIVAL - SHOWCASE TOUR Regent Theatre (9/11-9/11) |
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Macbeth Sydney Opera House (11/18-12/06) |
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Morning Melodies: Christmas with Lucy Durack Kingston City Hall (12/08-12/08) |
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Live at Lunch - Birdsong, Sky and Flutes The Concourse Concert Hall (9/02-9/02) |
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The Jungle and the Sea Belvoir Theatre (7/11-8/02) |
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The Lark IPAC – IMB Theatre (8/05-8/09) |
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Good Company Entertainment Presents: The Big Chillout Saraton Theatre (10/11-10/11) |
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As For Me And My House Campbelltown Town Hall Theatre (10/15-10/18) |
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Beetlejuice the Musical Capitol Theatre, Sydney (11/21-1/10) |
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Play In A Day: Henry VI Part 2 The Neilson Nutshell, Pier 2/3 (9/15-9/15) |