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GREASE THE ARENA EXPERIENCE Plays Third and Final Show
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2017
With over 500 performers on stage, GREASE THE ARENA EXPERIENCE is big in every sense of the word. Executive Producer, Tim O'Connor, is delighted to announce a third and final show at QUDOS BANK ARENA. Tickets are on sale now for Friday 19 and Saturday 20 January 2018 at www.ticketek.com.au.
bAKEHOUSE Announces a Huge 2018 for KXT
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
Since its launch as an exciting new theatre space in 2015, KXT Kings Cross Theatre has been renowned for showcasing new, risky and exceptional theatre. In 2018, the dynamic theatre company behind the programming for KXT, bAKEHOUSE, will continue their commitment to presenting works driven by diversity, gender equity and exciting collaboration.
Monkey Baa Theatre Company To Present SLAPDASH GALAXY
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
To keep the kids entertained these Summer school holidays, Monkey Baa Theatre Company will present Slapdash Galaxy, the latest work from the award-winning Bunk Puppets (Swamp Juice and Sticks Stones Broken Bones), at Lendlease Darling Quarter Theatre from 23rd to 25th January.
ANYA By Eleanor Dixon and Edi Donald Comes to the Cambeltown Arts Centre
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
A storyteller. A dreamer. A voice. Eleanor Dixon is a strong Mudburra woman from the remote Northern Territory community of Marlinja. With a passion and drive beyond her years, Dixon has shared her music and stories at national festivals, won awards and performed with some of the biggest names in the Australian music industry as front woman to family-band Rayella and also as part of an all-female band Kardajala Kirri-Darra that play an enchanting mix of contemporary electronica and traditional music.
Showtime Australia Presents THE GREATEST LOVE OF ALL - THE WHITNEY HOUSTON SHOW
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
Showtime Australia will present the critically acclaimed live production, The Greatest Love of All - The Whitney Houston Show across Australia in January and February. A beautifully crafted tribute, the show will honour the talent, music and memory of one of the world's most revered singers.
Photo Flash: Broadway Album Producers Of ANGELS Celebrate Australian Release
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2017
ANGELS, the original studio cast recording released from Broadway Records, celebrated the Australian album launch with an exclusive event yesterday at the Northern Beaches Christian School in their performance space, Manhattan City. The packed event was opened by Hon. Anthony Roberts MP, Minister of Planning & Housing and Special Minister of State, and featured live performances from ANGELS by the album creators with top Australian musicians and worship leaders from C3 Church Global.
Theatresports Final To Open The Summer Silly Season at Enmore Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2017
Fast. Furious. Hilarious. The Theatresports Cranston Cup Grand Final is here again! For over thirty years, the start of the Sydney summer 'silly season' has been marked by the biggest impro show in Australia.
Bonnie Lythgoe Announces SLEEPING BEAUTY Musical Panto For 2018
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2017
Awake from your enchanted slumber and be the first to book for our fun-for-all-the family fairy tale panto adventure, SLEEPING BEAUTY A KNIGHT AVENGER'S TALE. Bursting into Melbourne's Comedy Theatre for a strictly limited season from 29 June to 8 July and then landing in Sydney's majestic State Theatre from 13 to 22 July 2018.
New Tickets On Sale For THE WIZARD OF OZ in Sydney
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2017
Due to huge demand, new tickets for The Wizard of Oz in the final week of the season will go on sale from Monday December 4. The world's favourite musical opens at Sydney's Capitol Theatre on 30 December with many performances already sold out. Sydney audiences need to get in quick to catch this majestic production, as it must close on February 4 2018.
New Tickets On Sale for THE WIZARD OF OZ Sydney Season
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2017
Due to huge demand, new tickets for The Wizard of Oz in the final week of the season will go on sale from Monday December 4. The world's favourite musical opens at Sydney's Capitol Theatre on 30 December with many performances already sold out. Sydney audiences need to get in quick to catch this majestic production, as it must close on February 4 2018.
Bonnie Lythgoe Announces SLEEPING BEAUTY Musical Panto For 2018
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2017
Awake from your enchanted slumber and be the first to book for our fun-for-all-the family fairy tale panto adventure, SLEEPING BEAUTY A KNIGHT AVENGER'S TALE. Bursting into Melbourne's Comedy Theatre for a strictly limited season from 29 June to 8 July and then landing in Sydney's majestic State Theatre from 13 to 22 July 2018.
Two Australian Premieres and More Slated for New Theatre's 2018 Season
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2017
Today 27 November, New Theatre launches its 2018 Season.
Carriageworks Unveils 2018 Program, Announces 1.2 Million Visitors for 2017
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2017
Carriageworks today announced 1.2 million visitors will engage with the Carriageworks Program in 2017 whilst unveiling a dynamic program for 2018 spanning contemporary art, dance, performance, music, screen, food and ideas.
The Australian Ballet Opens Its 2018 Season With MURPHY, A Tribute To Australia's Iconic Dancemaker
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2017
The Australian Ballet opens its 2018 season with Murphy, a tribute to the country's greatest choreographer Graeme Murphy who celebrates his milestone 50-year career in ballet. Murphy began his dance career in The Australian Ballet's corps de ballet, made his first work for the company's Choreographic Workshop in 1971, and went on to become artistic director of Sydney Dance Company for 31 years. Murphy brings together a diverse selection of works by the master storyteller, showcasing the bold originality, wit and poetic movement that have earned him a peerless place in Australian dance history. His exquisite retelling of the Firebird story will be paired with highlights from his incandescent career. The Murphy program will light up the stage in Melbourne at Arts Centre Melbourne from 16 to 26 March 2018, and in Sydney at Sydney Opera House from 6 to 23 April 2018.
Entries Now Open For 2018 Silver Gull Play Award
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2017
Subtlenuance announces that entries are now open for the 2018 Silver Gull Play Award. The Silver Gull Play Award recognises an outstanding play by a local writer that explores philosophical or political themes.
Sydney Philharmonia Choirs Announces 2018 Season
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2017
Sydney Philharmonia Choirs has this morning announced its 2018 Season comprising seven stunning productions, from the cornerstones of classical music to the best of Australian and international contemporary, and a centenary production of Bernstein's Broadway hit, Candide.
Little Triangle To Present MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2017
After debuting with critically acclaimed sell-out production of Sunday in the Park with George, Little Triangle will present Merrily We Roll Along with emerging Australian performers this coming March for a limited 3-week season as part of The Depot Theatre's 2018 line-up.
BWW REVIEW: Misfit Music Nerds And Misguided Understanding Of Love And Life Come Together In HIGH FIDELITY.
by Jade Kops - November 25, 2017
David Lindsay-Abaire (Book), Amanda Green (lyrics) and Tom Kitt's(Music) rock musical HIGH FIDELITY based on Nick Hornby's novel and the movie of the same name takes the audience on a thirtysomething's journey of self discovery as he finally understands that relationships take commitment, loyalty and being completely present in the partnership.
Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Sydney Awards; Riverside MISS SAIGON Leads Best Musical!
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2017
The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
Festival Smash Hit FAG/STAG Lands In Sydney
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2017
Following sell-out, critically acclaimed seasons in Edinburgh, Adelaide, Melbourne and Perth, The Last Great Hunt's FAG/STAG comes to Griffin's Stables Theatre for its Sydney premiere 10 27 January 2018.
Riverside Theatres To Celebrate 30th Anniversary Year
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2017
In 2018, Riverside Theatres will celebrate 30 years of sharing stories on the stage and screen. To coincide with this significant year, Riverside has compiled a diverse anniversary program to reflect the broad interests of its audiences and the community.
Cast Change Announced for Sydney Theatre Company's SAINT JOAN
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2017
Yael Stone has withdrawn from Sydney Theatre Company's 2018 production of Saint Joan by George Bernard Shaw following the news that she is expecting her first child. New casting for the iconic role of Joan of Arc will be confirmed in the coming weeks.
Artist Residencies Announced For 2018 At Bundanon Trust
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2017
The Dorothy Dwyer Studio, generously bequeathed to Bundanon Trust by Mikala and Stephanie Dwyer, will welcome the first silversmiths in 2018 through the Bundanon Artist-in-Residence program.
US, Irish, Greek, English and Serbian Acts Join Top Australian Artists in NATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL 2018
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2017
The National Folk Festival has announced a bakers' dozen of 13 more artists, joining the growing line-up of exciting acts for 2018.Performing in Australia for the first time and exclusive to the National is US acoustic duo, Ryanhood. Starting their music career as street-performers at Boston's Quincy Market, they have won more than a dozen music awards in their home state of Arizona including Best Folk Band and Best Rock Band. Cameron Hood's rich and folky lead vocals, Ryan Green's explosive guitar and mandolin riffs, their airtight vocal harmonies and easy rapport with audiences have become a hallmark of their shows.
Lies, Lies And Propaganda Present A Modern Adaptation Of A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2017
Lies, Lies and Propaganda will present Charles Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol, at the Kings Cross Theatre from December 12th to 24th, contrasting the classic Victorian ghost story with the modern Theatre.

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