The latest theatre news from Sydney, Australia — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
Voting is now open for the fifth round of BroadwayWorld's Annual 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 Be
The world premiere of the new Australian musical SONDER by Riki Lindsey and Mitchell Sloan will take place at the Old Fitz Theatre in Sydney this May, directed by Alexander Berlage.
Jacaranda Productions and Seymour Centre will present Amplified: The Exquisite Rock and Rage of Chrissy Amphlett, an electrifying ‘rock odyssey' of music, storytelling and unapologetic attitude.
The Ultimate Vegas Show will take centre stage on Saturday 4 July at Sydney's State Theatre presenting a new production that captures the spirit of the world's entertainment capital.
THE PROM, the hilarious new musical with a heartwarming outcome from Matthew Sklar (Music), Chad Beguelin (Lyrics and Book) and Bob Martin (Book), finally arrives in Australia, premiering at the new Teatro At The Italian Forum Theatre in Leichhardt.
As part of the 40th Anniversary Celebrations of Andrew Lloyd Webber (Music and Book)), Charles Hart (Lyrics) and Richard Stilgoe’s (Lyrics and Book) famous musical, Opera Australia has revived its production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA for the 2026 Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour season.
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera opened to a full house at Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour, launching the iconic show’s global 40th anniversary celebrations.
HEAVY IS THE CROWN, power to the songs that set you free.
TEATRO will present the Australian premiere of THE PROM beginning in March 2026, and newly released video highlights offer a first look at the production in performance.
Introducing the Show Promo Kit — your all-in-one toolkit for promoting your production! Everything you need to spread the word, now in a single dedicated page in your Stage Mag dashboard.
Indian Ink Theatre Company will present their first performance at the Sydney Opera House, marking a significant debut for the New Zealand-based group.
The Australian premiere of TOOTSIE will feature a newly announced cast, set to debut in Sydney.
Australian playwright Melanie Tait has been awarded the 2026 Suzie Miller Award by Griffin Theatre Company, receiving a $30,000 commission and a two-year residency.
Voting is now open for the fourth round of BroadwayWorld's Annual 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 B
Theatre Works will present RED SKY MORNING from May 6 to 16, 2026.
Hayes Theatre Co will present their acclaimed production of THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE at the Foundry Theatre, featuring a dynamic five-actor cast.
Alice Livingstone (Director) brings Sarah Ruhl’s (Playwright) study of human behaviour and the blurring of acting and actual to the New Theatre stage.
Rehearsals have commenced for the hilarious hit Broadway musical Gutenberg! The Musical! which opens at the Hayes Theatre on April 10.
BroadwayWorld's research surveys are used by industry members to make decisions about productions, marketing, and more.
The cast has been revealed for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, the devilishly cheeky, fun-filled Broadway musical opening at Hayes Theatre Co this May.
Paw Patrol Live, the beloved children's show, will mark its 10th anniversary with a special 'Race to the Rescue' tour across Australia.
ACTiv Elite Performers a local performing arts school in Sydney's St George region, is bringing international talent to the stage, with two Broadway performers set to appear in an upcoming production at Hurstville Entertainment Centre.
Pop star Robbie Williams has announced his return to Australia and New Zealand, bringing his BRITPOP World Tour down under this November to perform some of his biggest AU-NZ shows ever.
Following a sell-out run as part of Griffin Theatre Company's 2025 Lookout season, one of Australia's most exciting rising stars, Iolanthe will bring her cult-hit SISTREN to the Griffin mainstage.
Created by the Naarm-based circus company behind Common Dissonance (2019) and Arterial (2021), acclaimed Na Djinang Circus will present Of The Land On Which We Meet.
|
I Love Your Faces: The Don Lane Story Capitol Theatre Tamworth (9/16-9/16) |
|
UPU Riverside Live @ PHIVE (8/28-8/29) |
|
The Merry Widow Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House (7/08-8/18) |
|
Monty Python's Spamalot Coliseum Theatre, Rooty Hill (10/22-10/25) |
|
New Now 2026 ACO on the Pier (8/14-8/14) |
|
Morning Melodies: Christmas with Lucy Durack Kingston City Hall (12/08-12/08) |
|
La Stupenda: A Joan Sutherland Celebration Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House (8/20-8/22) |
|
The Shark Is Broken Foundry Theatre (8/28-9/27) |
|
Cicada Wollongong Art Gallery (8/27-8/29) |
|
Monty Python's Spamalot Sydney Event Centre - The Star (10/15-10/18) |
