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Joy Koy Announces Australian Dates This June
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2018
Jo Koy has come a long way from his modest beginnings performing at a Las Vegas coffee house.  As one of today's premiere stand-up comedians, Koy sells out comedy clubs and theatres across the US with his infectious and explosive energy onstage.  The comedian pulls inspiration from his family, specifically his son, with material that has universal appeal.
Photo Flash: Birdie Productions Presents THE LITTLE MERMAID
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2018
Birdie Productions invites you to journey under the sea with us at The Little Mermaid, from 13th-22nd April 2018 at the Bryan Brown Theatre in Bankstown.
The Legendary - And Lost - Lola Montez Returns To The Stage For A 60th Anniversary Concert
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2018
The Legendary - And Lost - Australian Musical Returns To The Stage For  One Night Only
Luckiest Productions and One Eyed Man's GYPSY Announces Casting
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2018
Multiple award-winning producers Luckiest Productions and One Eyed Man Productions are thrilled to announce the cast for their highly anticipated production of Gypsy. With a toe-tapping, acclaimed score, Gypsy is heralded by many as the greatest musical ever created and will run from 18 May at the Hayes Theatre Co.
BWW REVIEW: The Colour And Energy Of The Close Knit Community Of Washington Heights Comes Alive In Blue Saint Production's Brilliant Production of IN THE HEIGHTS
by Jade Kops - March 22, 2018
Blue Saint Production's staging of Lin-Manuel Miranda's hit musical IN THE HEIGHTS delivers energy, emotion and incredible music in the intimate space of Hayes Theatre. 
Sydney Theatre Company Announces THE CHILDREN
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2018
Following a successful run in Melbourne, Lucy Kirkwood's The Children will arrive in Sydney next month. The superb cast of three of Australia's finest actors -Pamela Rabe (Wentworth), Sarah Peirse (Switzerland) and William Zappa (Rock 'n' Roll) shine in Sydney Theatre Company and Melbourne Theatre Company's co-production, which will open at the Drama Theatre, Sydney Opera House on April 3.
Rosie Waterland Adds Second Sydney Comedy Festival Show By Popular Demand
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2018
Frontier Comedy are thrilled to announce that author, podcaster and comedian Rosie Waterland has added a second Sydney Comedy Festival show by popular demand - before the festival has even begun!
Scene Theatre Sydney to Stage KISS OF THE GALLERY GUARD
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2018
Young Amber leaves the outback under a cloud. She makes good in Sydney at the Art Gallery of NSW, then better in London… and even better in New York. How did she do it? And what happens if she returns to Australia?
Sydney Philharmonia Releases Casting Details for CANDIDE
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2018
2018 is the 100th anniversary of the birth of Leonard Bernstein. Sydney Philharmonia Choirs will acknowledge thissignificant anniversary by participating in the global celebrations to honour Bernstein's legacy, with two planned performances of the choral masterpiece, Candide (1956) on Saturday 29th September and Sunday 30th September 2018 at the Sydney Opera House.
BWW REVIEW: THE WOLVES Is An Intriguing Window Into Middle American Adolescence
by Jade Kops - March 20, 2018
Jessica Arthur (Director) brings Sarah DeLappe's acclaimed THE WOLVES to the intimate space of the Old Fitz Theatre.
Brevity Theatre Presents A GIRL IS A HALF-FORMED THING
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2018
This April, Brevity Theatre presents the AUSTRALIAN PREMIERE of A Girl is a Half-Formed Thing. The award-winning novel written by McBride is an intense interior monologue, and has been transposed with rigor for the stage by Annie Ryan. After it's hugely successful seasons in the UK and US, it is the perfect time to tell this story and have this discussion here in Australia. Directed by Erin Taylor, and brought to the stage by a fiercely all-female team, this one women show will demand the attention of Sydney audiences.
CARLOTTA Queen Of The Cross Adds Two Extra Shows
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2018
Australian icon, political activist, and showbiz royalty: Carlotta has led an extraordinary life. Outrageously funny and brutally honest, the inspiration for Priscilla, Queen of the Desert takes you on another whirlwind ride with songs and stories from 50 years on and off the stage. Accompanied on piano by Helpmann Award winner Michael Griffiths, she sings the classics by Berlin, Rogers & Hart, Sondheim and her dear friend, Peter Allen.
Sydney Philharmonia Choirs Presents Bach's B Minor Mass
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
Join Sydney Philharmonia Choirs on Easter Saturday, for an epic presentation of one of JS Bach's greatest choral works, his majestic B Minor Mass. Composed over the course of 16 years at the pinnacle of his power, this much lauded example of 18th Century sacred music was the largest and most adventurous undertaking of a mass settings of its time. Weaving moments of grandeur with intimate solo arias, the symphony draws on elements from across Bach's lifetime of compositions, conveying every aspect of the genius that gives his music its timeless power.
BWW REVIEW: SHORT+SWEET THEATRE Week 7 Offers Nine Stories Of Personal Battles
by Jade Kops - March 19, 2018
BWW Sydney had the opportunity to attend Week 7 of the world's largest 10 minute play festival, SHORT+SWEET THEATRE.  A diverse range of styles and stories come together to vie for a spot in the finals and the accolade of the People's Choice Showcase and Official Judges' winner. 
Sydney Symphony Orchestra Announces Stuart Skelton to Replace Anne Sofie von Otter in Select Performances
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2018
Australia's greatest living tenor, Stuart Skelton, will travel to Sydney to perform with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra (SSO) this week after the untimely passing of mezzo-soprano Anne Sofie von Otter's husband, Benny Fredriksson, in Sydney at the weekend. Ms von Otter has withdrawn from her SSO appearances scheduled for 22, 23 and 24 March, 2018 and returned to Sweden.
Outhouse Theatre Co and Seymour Centre Present THE FLICK
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2018
Outhouse Theatre Co (DRY LAND- 5 X Sydney Theatre Award Nominations) and Seymour Centre will present the Sydney premiere of Pulitzer Prize-winning smash hit, THE FLICK by Annie Baker.
Melissa Tkautz Joins the Cast of SLEEPING BEAUTY: A KNIGHT AVENGER'S TALE
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2018
Director and Producer, Bonnie Lythgoe is thrilled she now has the perfect cast announcing, MELISSA TKAUTZ will play the 'Good Fairy' in SLEEPING BEAUTY - "A KNIGHT AVENGER'S TALE" when it opens at Melbourne's Comedy Theatre on 29 June playing to 8 July and then to Sydney from 13 to 22 July 2018. 
Birdie Productions Presents THE LITTLE MERMAID
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2018
Birdie Productions? invites you to journey under the sea with us at The Little Mermaid?, from 13th-22nd April 2018 at the Bryan Brown Theatre in Bankstown.
Grammy Award Winning Singer Returns To Sydney Symphony Orchestra
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
Two-time Grammy award winning singer, Anne Sofie von Otter, will perform with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra for the first time in seven years when she sings orchestral versions of the Schubert song repertoire at the Sydney Opera House (22-24 March), alongside guest conductor Donald Runnicles.
21st Biennale Of Sydney Launches Across Seven Locations, Presenting 70 Artists And Artist Collectives For 45th Anniversary Edition
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
The 21st Biennale of Sydney opens to the public this Friday, 16 March, presenting the work of 70 artists and artist collectives from six continents, at seven locations around Sydney, in a free, three-month exhibition running until 11 June 2018. This year, Australia's pre-eminent contemporary art event celebrates its 45th anniversary and has been curated by Artistic Director Mami Kataoka exploring the theme of SUPERPOSITION: Equilibrium & Engagement.
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY to Open Next Year in Sydney
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
Roald Dahl's treasured tale is now Australia's Golden Ticket! It was announced today that theatre producers John Frost, Craig Donnell, Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures, Langley Park Productions and Neal Street Productions will be bringing the spectacular new musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory to Sydney's Capitol Theatre in January 2019.
Belvoir Announces Inaugural 25A Downstairs Independent Season
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2018
Belvoir has announced that the Downstairs Theatre is re-opening to independent artists for the first time in seven years. The inaugural 25A season will take over the Downstairs Theatre from April to December with a lineup of independent shows from the brightest new talent in Sydney.
Hayes Theatre Co Presents BIG RIVER
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2018
Neglected Musicals in association with Hayes Theatre Co will present BIG RIVER at Hayes Theatre Co from Wednesday 18 April for six presentations only. Directed by Ellen Simpson, this musical is based on Mark Twain's classic 1884 novel, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, the musical features music in the bluegrass and country styles in keeping with the setting of the novel.
Travis Cotton Announced As Winner Of The Lysicrates Prize 2018
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2018
Playwright Travis Cotton has been announced as the winner of the 2018 Lysicrates Prize for his play Starfish. Co-presented by Griffin Theatre Company and The Lysicrates Foundation, the prize-now in its fourth year-celebrates the best new Australian writing.
Bonnie Lythgoe Has Found Her Sleeping Beauty And Prince Valiant
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2018
Director and Producer, Bonnie Lythgoe is thrilled to announce she has cast wonderfully talented, relative newcomer and WAAPA graduate EMBLA BISHOP to play the lead role of 'Sleeping Beauty'. The role of the 'Prince Valient' will be played by DANIEL MILNE, a graduate from the full-time acting course at the Actors Centre.

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