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SSO Announces Casting for FUNNY GIRL THE MUSICAL in Concert
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2018
After announcing the extraordinary line-up of leading ladies Michala Banas, Natalie Bassingthwaighte, Casey Donovan, Virginia Gay, Verity Hunt-Ballard, Dami Im, Maggie McKenna, Zahra Newman, Caroline O'Connor, Queenie van de Zandt and Megan Washington who will share the role of 'Fanny Brice' on stage in FUNNY GIRL - THE MUSICAL IN CONCERT, the Sydney Symphony Orchestra is delighted to announce the remainder of the cast.
Natalie Bassingthwaighte and Maggie McKenna Join The Cast of FUNNY GIRL in Concert
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2018
Sydney Symphony Orchestra is delighted to announce that two fabulous performers NATALIE BASSINGTHWAIGHTE (Rogue Traders, star of Neighbours and X Factor) and MAGGIE McKENNA (direct from her lead role in Muriel's Wedding The Musical) will join the nine leading ladies Michala Banas, Casey Donovan, Virginia Gay, Verity Hunt-Ballard, Dami Im, Zahra Newman, Caroline O'Connor, Queenie van de Zandt and Megan Washington in FUNNY GIRL THE MUSICAL IN CONCERT (12-14 July)
Darlinghurst Theatre Company Presents TORCH SONG TRILOGY
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2018
Funny, poignant and illuminating, Harvey Fierstein's Tony Award winning cult-classic Torch Song Trilogy makes an electrifying return to Darlinghurst Theatre Company.
Belvoir Accepting Entries for Balnaves Foundation Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Fellowship
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2018
Belvoir is now accepting entries for the 2018 Balnaves Foundation Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Fellowship, an evolution of The Balnaves Foundation Indigenous Playwright Award and an outstanding launching pad for new talent with a $25,000 paid residency at Belvoir.
Red Line Productions Presents the World Premiere of KING OF PIGS
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2018
One Woman. Four Men. She could be with any one of them. At 22, on a date on the Gold Coast. At 31, moving into an apartment in Albert Park. Or at 40, happily married with a nine-year-old son living in Campsie. Four very different worlds share an identical space; our homes.
Aya Productions in Association With 25A @ Belvoir Present YARRAMADOON THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2018
The ever-entertaining sister duo, Hannah and Eliza Reilly, are back at it ... this time in the theatre! After becoming viral internet sensations, hosting radio shows, and creating the ABC Series 'Growing Up Gracefully: the Reilly's are taking over Belvoir's Downstairs Theatre with an Australiana musical unlike any other.
BWW REVIEW: Captivating And Thought Provoking, PERMISSION TO SPIN Contemplates The Ethics, Integrity and Culpability That Applies Once A Product Is Released For the World
by Jade Kops - July 11, 2018
Mary Rachel Brown's new work PERMISSION TO SPIN pits greed for fame and fortune against the ethical dilemma of an artist's culpability for what other's do with their work once it is released for public consumption.
Badu Gili 2018 To Showcase New First Nations Art
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2018
In celebration of NAIDOC Week, the Sydney Opera House today announced the six First Nations artists whose striking artwork will be projected onto the building's world-famous sails from 24 July 2018.
BWW REVIEW: The Work Of A Music Icon Lost Too Soon Is Celebrated in the GEORGE MICHAEL: LISTEN TO YOUR HEART Concert
by Jade Kops - July 10, 2018
Celebrating the life of George Michael, the LISTEN TO YOUR HEART concert arrived in Sydney for one day only.
CDP Kids Presents THE 78-STOREY TREEHOUSE
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2018
The latest stage adaption in the blockbuster Treehouse series returns to delight Sydney families, with new shows announced at The Concourse in Chatswood from 27th to 29th July and the Seymour Centre from 3rd to 7th August.
Sydney Theatre Company Offers Regional Scholarship For Work Experience Week
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2018
For the first time, Sydney Theatre Company is offering a regional scholarship for its acclaimed Work Experience Week program in 2018. The scholarship covers the cost of travel and accommodation for a student and their parent/carer - up to the value of $1500.
Griffin Theatre Company Presents SHABBAT DINNER
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2018
In Jewish tradition, a new day begins in the evening. That is why Shabbat, the day of rest, is welcomed at sundown. Take a seat around the Bellamy family dining table, set with their finest glassware and a few charmingly mismatched spoons. In this unique (and not so traditional) dinner-turned-performance, the rituals and customs of a Shabbat dinner are recreated. Bread is broken. Family stories are offered. As the night unfolds, a community is built and then dismantled. Written by award-winning playwright Jessica Bellamy and directed by Anthony Skuse, Shabbat Dinner weaves together poetic storytelling, live music and Bellamy's best attempt at rekindling the taste of her Baba's borscht.
The Tap Pack Brings Slick Suits, Classic Tunes, Magic Moves to The Sydney Opera House
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2018
After a smash-hit season on London's West End, home-grown dance quintet, The Tap Pack are returning Down Under to make their triumphant debut at the Sydney Opera House. Taking over the Studio for three weeks from October 17, The Tap Pack will dazzle audiences with a cast of true triple threats who sing, dance and deliver witty banter live on stage.
BWW REVIEW: The Listies' Comic Take On Shakespeare THE TRAGEDY OF HAMLET: PRINCE OF SKIDMARK, A BADAPTATION OF THE BARD Returns For The School Holidays
by Jade Kops - July 09, 2018
The Listies' brand of brilliant comedy for kids and their respective adults returns to delight audiences with THE TRAGEDY OF HAMLET: PRINCE OF SKIDMARK, A BADAPTATION OF THE BARD. 
Photo Flash: First Look at the Cast of THE SOUND OF MUSIC in Bankstown
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2018
The iconic family favourite musical, The Sound of Music, comes to the stage again this July. Featuring a full orchestra, beautiful sets and costumes, and a brilliant cast of musical theatre performers, this production promises all the ingredients needed for some good old-fashioned family entertainment.
Celebrity Theatresports Comes to the Enmore Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2018
A cast of some of Australia's best-known celebrities and top comedy improvisers take to the Enmore Theatre stage on Sunday 5th August, Without scripts and only audience suggestions to inspire them, all to raise money for CanTeen.It's bound to be the wildest, funniest fundraiser of the year.
BWW REVIEW: ROOMBA NATION Contemplates The Future Of Medicine And The Rise Of Machines In A Futuristic Farce
by Jade Kops - July 09, 2018
New Australian work ROOMBA NATION is an amusing if not somewhat absurd look at the dangers of progress over pathos in the medical care industry.
BWW REVIEW: Bravery, Mystery And Mathematics Combine In The Brilliant Stage Adaptation Of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
by Jade Kops - July 08, 2018
Marianne Elliott's award winning expression of Simon Stephen's adaptation of Mark Haddon's THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME gives audiences an insight into what life is like for a gifted child with what is best described as high functioning autism. 
South African Perci Moeketsi To Play Mandela In MADIBA THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2018
Following an extensive international search, creators of the compelling new stage show MADIBA The Musical, today announced Perci Moeketsi will play the role of Nelson Mandela.
Ten Tonne Sparrow Search For the Perfect Love Song in a Post-Truth World in LOVE SONG DEDICATIONS
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2018
From 18th-29th July at PACT theatre in Erskineville, Ten Tonne Sparrow will present the world-premiere production of the charmingly sincere and touchingly funny Love Song Dedications (without Richard Mercer).
LEGALLY BLONDE Comes to Riverside Theatres
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2018
The hit musical LEGALLY BLONDE explodes on to the stage at Riverside Theatres in July 2018 with a show that is so much fun it should be illegal. The winner of 7 major awards including Best New Musical 2011 at the Olivier Awards, LEGALLY BLONDE is a high-energy romantic comedy about knowing who you are and showing what you've got!
IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition Semi-Finals Concert
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2018
Following heats in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, Music & Opera Singers Trust presents Australasia's most prestigious classical singing competition the 2018 IFAC HANDA AUSTRALIAN SINGING COMPETITION.
THE LONG FORGOTTEN DREAM Makes Its World Premiere at Sydney Opera House
by BWW News Desk - July 04, 2018
The Long Forgotten Dream, by Ngarrindjeri writer H Lawrence Sumner, makes its world premiere at the Drama Theatre, Sydney Opera House, this July. Lauded film and theatre director Neil Armfield (Holding the Man, STC's The Secret River) leads a star-studded cast and creative team to bring to life this beautiful piece of writing by one of the most exciting new Australian voices to come along in years.
Riverside Theatres Presents LETTERS TO LINDY
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2018
Riverside Theatres will present Letters to Lindy, the latest work from award-winning playwright Alana Valentine (The Sugar House, Dead Man Brake, Parramatta Girls) from 12th to 14th July, as part of its national tour.
Beth Hart Announces Australian Tour
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2018
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, 2018 International Blues Award Instrumentalist / Vocalist and 2017 European Blues Awards For Best Female Vocalist Beth Hart returns to Australia this February for a special run of shows around the country.

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