MIFF Announces 2026 Award Nominees for $300,000+ Prize Pool
The Melbourne International Film Festival announced nominees across its award categories, part of a prize pool exceeding $300,000 for the upcoming edition.
Sydney Theatre Newsroom
The latest theatre news from Sydney, Australia — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
Video: Ben Adler Performs on Roof Ahead of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Sydney Premiere
Ahead of the first preview performance of Fiddler on the Roof in Sydney, a new video has been released of Ben Adler in costume as The Fiddler on the roof of the Theatre Royal.
MUM CLUB to Make World Premiere at Griffin Theatre Company
Jorjia Gillis's MUM CLUB, inspired by her experience with online mothers' groups, will make its world premiere at Griffin Theatre Company, starring Stephanie Somerville as lead character Sadie.
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL 2026 Australian Tour Cast Revealed
Catherine Alcorn, Sally Bourne, Lena Cruz and Chelsea Gibb will star in a new Australian production touring Geelong, Parramatta, Melbourne, Newcastle, Adelaide, Brisbane and Canberra.
FALLEN ANGELS Filmed on Broadway to Screen in Cinemas This Fall
The Roundabout Theatre Company's production of Noël Coward's Fallen Angels will come to cinemas across the US, the UK, Canada, Australia and selected international territories for a limited engagement beginning in October.
SMASHED: THE BRUNCH PARTY to Return to The Grand Electric
The daytime cabaret show blending circus, drag and burlesque will present a monthly residency at The Grand Electric in Surry Hills, curated by Victoria Falconer.
MYSTIQUE – A Journey Beyond Reality to Return to State Theatre
Illusionist Michael Boyd will present a one-night performance of MYSTIQUE – A Journey Beyond Reality at Sydney's State Theatre, featuring large-scale illusions and aerial effects.
LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS to Return to Willoughby Symphony Orchestra
The Willoughby Symphony Orchestra will present LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS at The Concourse in Chatswood, featuring the Willoughby Symphony Choir and Willoughby Band under conductor Nicholas Milton.
HEARTBREAK HOTEL to Play Merrigong Theatre Company in August
Writer and performer Karin McCracken brings HEARTBREAK HOTEL to Merrigong Theatre Company, blending science and synth-driven music to explore the aftermath of a serious breakup.
CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG to Make Australian Premiere at Sydney Opera House
The Mischief comedy will have its Australian premiere in the Concert Hall, following its sold-out West End run at London's Apollo Theatre, with a local cast still to be announced.
CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG to Make Australian Premiere at Sydney Opera House
The Mischief production will bring its comic take on A Christmas Carol to the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall this festive season, marking its Australian premiere.
Jake Speer Will Lead MRS. DOUBTFIRE Australian Premiere
Rising star Jake Speer will take on the title role of in the Australian tour of MRS.
HARLOTS to Have World Premiere at Old Fitz Theatre
New Ghosts Theatre Company will present the world premiere of HARLOTS, a new Australian play reimagining women from Shakespeare's plays, directed by JANINE WATSON.
Esther Perel Will Embark on Australian Tour in 2026
Esther Perel, the psychotherapist, New York Times bestselling author and host of the podcast Where Should We Begin?, will return to Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane this December.
REVIEW: BENNELONG IN LONDON Is An Artfully Expressed Conversation Across Centuries To Set The Record Straight.
Jane Harrison’s newest work BENNELONG IN LONDON explores what the iconic Indigenous Elder might have to say if he had the chance to influence a 21st century actor’s expression of his life.
Second Cities Producing Consortium to Launch New Pathway for Australian Theatre
Four Australian performing arts organisations have formed the Second Cities Producing Consortium, backed by a $280,000 Creative Australia grant, to co-develop and stage new large-scale Australian theatre productions across multiple states and territories.
Bryan Adams ROLL WITH THE PUNCHES Tour to Add Second Melbourne Show
Bryan Adams announced a second Melbourne date for his Roll With The Punches arena tour after the first sold out, with Natalie Imbruglia joining as special guest at Rod Laver Arena.
Omega Ensemble Will Perform NEW NOW 2026 Concert at ACO on the Pier
Omega Ensemble will present New Now 2026 at Sydney's Walsh Bay Art's Precinct.
John Waters Joins Australian Cast of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF; Perth Dates Announced
Australian stage and screen veteran John Waters has joined the Australian cast of Fiddler on the Roof as Lazar Wolf.
REVIEW: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE *SORT OF Reimagines The Story Being Told By The People Austen Barely Considered
Isobel McArthur’s Olivier Award Winning PRIDE AND PREJUDICE *SORT OF is a fantastically irreverent retelling of Jane Austen’s famous novel of manners.
LACUNA to Open at Griffin Theatre Company
Griffin Theatre Company will present LACUNA by Eric Jiang, a new work following a jobless young woman hired by a Chinese underworld goddess to erase memories, at Downstairs Theatre, Belvoir St Theatre.
SAVAGES by Patricia Cornelius to Open at Theatre Works
Theatre Works and Aperture Productions will present Savages, Patricia Cornelius's play about masculinity and violence, directed by Kitan Petkovski with an ensemble of women and non-binary actors at St Kilda's Theatre Works.
SEASON SQUAD to Offer 1,000 $20 Tickets in Sydney
Wonder Lane Entertainment announced a Family Access Initiative for SEASON SQUAD, releasing 1,000 tickets at $20 for its Sydney run.
Interview: Bianca Watkins & Cast of HOLY HELL at Old Fitz Theatre
University colleges are renowned for their wild nights, hazing rituals and strange stories.
Lynne McGranger Will Lead CHRISTMAS IN THE GRANDPARENTS CLUB
Christmas in The Grandparents Club is coming to NSW, ACT, VIC (Shepparton) and QLD from 1 November 2026.
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Play In A Day: Henry VI Part 2 The Neilson Nutshell, Pier 2/3 (9/15-9/15) |
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I Love Your Faces: The Don Lane Story Capitol Theatre Tamworth (9/16-9/16) |
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I Love Your Faces: The Don Lane Story Jetty Memorial Theatre (9/05-9/05) |
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La Stupenda: A Joan Sutherland Celebration Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House (8/20-8/22) |
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The Jungle and the Sea Belvoir Theatre (7/11-8/02) |
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The Book of Everything Belvoir St Theatre (8/22-9/20) |
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Beetlejuice the Musical Capitol Theatre, Sydney (11/21-1/10) |
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As For Me And My House Campbelltown Town Hall Theatre (10/15-10/18) |
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UPU Riverside Live @ PHIVE (8/28-8/29) |
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Disney Presents The Lion King - Auslan Interpreted Performance Capitol Theatre, Sydney (8/12-8/12) |