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NSW Government Must Not Interfere In Sydney Opera House Trust's Statutory Authority
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2018
Theatre Network NSW (TNN) objects to the NSW government's position forcing the Sydney Opera House to project Racing NSW's 'The Everest Race' logo onto the icon's UNESCO World Heritage sails.
Queer Musical Tribute HOMAGE Will Rock Out The Factory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2018
On Wednesday 24th October, an incredible line-up of local LGBTQI+ musicians will play tribute to their favourite queer artists in Homage at The Factory Theatre in Marrickville.
BWW REVIEW: WHAT THE BUTLER SAW Is An Absurd Mystery That Struggles To Retain Shock Value In The 21st Century
by Jade Kops - October 06, 2018
Joe Orton's cross-dressing mystery farce WHAT THE BUTLER SAW is re imagined for a new era by Danielle Maas with mixed results.
Sydney Symphony Orchestra Fellows Embark On First Ever International Fellows Tour
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2018
By invitation of the Nanjing Municipal Bureau of Culture, Broadcasting, Television, Press and Publication, the 2018 Sydney Symphony Orchestra Fellows will embark on the first international Fellows tour in the Orchestra's Fellowship history from 13-19 October to China as part of the annual 2018 Nanjing Art Festival in Nanjing.
Griffin Theatre Company Presents the World Premiere of THE FEATHER IN THE WEB By Nick Coyle
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2018
A Lysicrates Prize finalist, The Feather in the Web is Nick Coyle's wild and unpredictable take on infatuation and self-discovery. Griffin's former Artistic Associate Ben Winspear returns to direct Tina Bursill, Gareth Davies, Michelle Lim Davidson and Claire Lovering in what can only be described as one of the most inventive plays to land on the SBW stage and a startling coming of age story. Part picaresque, part fable, moving from engagement parties to improv comedy, the play skewers our obsession with couples and careers and asks just how much we're willing to give, and lose, for love?
Singer Michael Bublé Is Back To Thrill Australia 
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2018
Across the decades, it's been home to superstars of the world! Celebrate the FINAL closing show of Allianz Stadium with Michael Buble and Special Guests. Global superstar Michael Buble will thrill Australian audiences after a long absence from performing during a one-off special event today 5 October to mark the closure of Sydney's Allianz Stadium, which will be closed for three years for refurbishment and reconstruction.
Theatre Excentrique Presents EXIT THE KING
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2018
King Berenger the First is dying. His kingdom is falling apart. He can't rule over his army any more, nor tell the rain to fall, nor the trees to grow. He is dying and there is nothing he can do about it. Queen Marguerite is keeping track of time. 'You will die in 1 hour and 30 minutes!' But the king refuses to listen. He chooses instead to love Queen Marie. '1 hour and 13 minutes left!' The clock is ticking... Surrounded by his two wives, his cleaning lady, his doctor and a guard, Berenger is learning to accept the inevitable.
Ninefold Returns to PACT Theatre, Erskineville This October with WYRD: THE SEASON OF THE WITCH
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2018
Ninefold returns to PACT Theatre, Erskineville this October with its acclaimed Wyrd: The Season of The Witch.  Audiences are invited to witness this unmissable event; a story of malevolent ambition and uncanny horror performed with Ninefold's hallmark power and precision for a strictly limited season of only four shows.
2018 Rob Guest Endowment Finalists Announced
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2018
The Rob Guest Endowment is delighted to announce the 2018 Rob Guest Endowment Finalists. Competing against over 200 applicants, six outstanding artists were chosen by an expert panel of judges, which included Dave Skelton, Kellie Dickerson and Chris Parker.
The Genesian Theatre Company Has Strong Future Ahead
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2018
The Genesian Theatre Company, central Sydney's longest operating community theatre company, will stay in its historic Kent St premises for another twelve months following agreement between the Board of the Genesian and the purchaser of the building.
Barangaroo Presents WILD ABOUT WATTLE
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2018
Barangaroo Delivery Authority has today announced the launch of its new Aboriginal cultural tours, 'Wild About Wattle', as part of its October school holiday program. These tours are designed to teach children and families about the traditional owners of the land and heritage of Barangaroo, all in a fun and engaging way.
The Independent Theatre Hosts New Work By Young Composers For North Sydney Concert
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2018
The Independent Theatre hosts a concert of fresh new compositions by young Sydney composers Alice Chance and Alex Palmer on Saturday 20 October from 8pm.
Evergreen Ensemble Presents Snow In Summer
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2018
Evergreen Ensemble presents a stunning concert of baroque and folk music in North Sydney evocatively titled Snow in Summer.
THE DIRECTOR Makes its Australian Premiere
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2018
As the #metoo movement grows in strength and breadth and as safety and disclosure in the performing arts become even hotter issues, a compelling play about power and abuse in the theatre makes its Australian premiere in Sydney.
Shire Musical Theatre Presents MIRACLE ON 34th STREET
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2018
Opening this month at the Sutherland School Of Arts is Shire Music Theatre's production of a holiday classic from the writer of the classic, The Music Man!, and based on the movie of the same name, Miracle on 34th Street features a book and score by Meredith Willson.
Kids Defy Gravity At Barangaroo These School Holidays
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2018
Barangaroo Delivery Authority has today commenced its exciting new October school holiday program Acrobat's Academy, where world-renowned circus and physical theatre company, Gravity & Other Myths, will bring its first Sydney-dedicated children's workshop program to The Cutaway.
Sydney Symphony Orchestra Presents Casino Royale In Concert
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2018
In collaboration with Film Concert Live!, the Sydney Symphony Orchestra will present the Australian premiere of Casino Royale in Concert on 28 February-1 March, 2019 at the Sydney Opera House.
James Valentine Presents WHAT A YEAR IT'S BEEN 2018
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2018
Back by popular demand, James Valentine and his friends from ABC Radio Sydney will take over The Concourse, Chatswood on Friday 7 December and bring 2018 into focus so sharp, you'll cut yourself.
Nominations Now Open for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Sydney Awards!
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2018
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Sydney Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
Christina Bianco Brings O COME ALL YE DIVAS to Sydney Opera House
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2018
Join Celine Dion, Adele, Barbra Streisand, Shirley Bassey, Britney Spears & more of your favorite female vocalists, on stage together in the singular form of Christina Bianco!
New Ghosts Theatre Company Presents YEN
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2018
Fresh after the success of Paper Doll and Fracture at Sydney's the Old Fitz Theatre, and its acclaimed Sydney and Perth seasons of The Wind in the Underground, New Ghosts Theatre Company in association with KXT bAKEHOUSE Theatre Company present the Australian premiere of Anna Jordan's ground-breaking YEN from the 27th September - 13th October 2018 at Kings Cross Theatre.
BWW REVIEW: Trevor Ashley Looks Back On Two Decades In The Industry With DOUBLE Ds: TWO DECADES OF DIVADOM, A Special One Off Concert
by Jade Kops - September 26, 2018
Larger than life ball of energy Trevor Ashley shares an intimate night of theatre to celebrate 20 years in the performing arts industry with his one off concert TREVOR ASHLEY DOUBLE D'S: TWO DECADES OF DIVADOM. 
BLAME TRAFFIC, A New Play About Chance, Forgiveness, And Traffic Comes to The Old 505
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2018
Alice is cut off every day after work by the same Mercedes. One night, she decides to take a chance and follow the car home in order to vent her rage. Meanwhile, Jacquie believes that she is personally responsible for all the random car crashes in Sydney; Richard is concocting a plan to change his luck after a mechanic tells him that his car can't be fixed; Sharif has run out of luck since his brother disappeared, and Rachel, well, she's going to re-write this whole story so it best suits her, and, perhaps, the insurance company she works for.
Richard Tognetti To Perform Beethoven's Violin Concerto With Australian Chamber Orchestra
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2018
In a monumental finale to their 2018 Season, the Australian Chamber Orchestra will pay homage to one of the greatest and most influential composers of all time: Ludwig van Beethoven.
Discover Bernstein's CANDIDE in New Workshop And Take A Sneak Peak Behind The Curtain
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2018
Explore the music of Leonard Bernstein's Candide and take a sneak peek behind the curtain at the stars of the show in rehearsal!

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