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Step Into the World of Jazz Legend Dave Brubeck in 'TAKE FIVE' at Glen Street Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2016
TAKE FIVE - The Dave Brubeck Story recreates the world of iconic jazz musician Dave Brubeck, his genius, his relationships, his humanity and popular acclaim.
Lisa McCune Returns to Sydney Theatre Company in MACHU PICCHU Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2016
One of Australia's most popular screen and theatre actors, Lisa McCune, returns to Sydney Theatre Company for the first time in a decade, in MACHU PICCHU, a new play by Australian playwright Sue Smith.
Glen Street Theatre to Present Award-Winning Play MOTHERLAND
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2016
After playing in Queensland Theatre Company's main stage season, the award-winning Australian play Motherland by Katherine Lyall-Watson makes its way to Glen Street Theatre from May 17.
BWW Review: THE NAKED TRUTH Gives You Heart and Body at Blood Moon Theatre
by Brodie Paparella - April 10, 2016
On stage, a very promising triad of stripper poles to set the scene where we meet the camp and cavalier characters. The body confident Bev, a perfect fit for Melinda Ryan who drove every moment home, is finding her way toward a loving relationship. Trisha, enthusiastically played by Hayley Flowers, is finding her way toward a more loving relationship with herself. Faith is the blossoming virgin given every ounce of silly sweetness by Kaitlin DeLacy, while the crass Rita seeks an escape from her abusive home, played by Wendy Winkler. Rounding out the group is the older Sarah, who is revealed to be handling a relapse of breast cancer, Jeannie Gee giving the highlight performance of the piece as a complete natural. Shaping and narrating the action is their unconventional pole teacher Gabby. Together they attempt to raise funds in a pole performance for breast cancer research, and discover a lot about each other and themselves along the way.
BWW Review: THE ORIGINAL GREASE Is A Gritty, Honest Return To The Darker Side Of 1959 Working Class Chicago
by Jade Kops - April 09, 2016
Squabbalogic captures Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey's (Book, Music and Lyrics) original vision of the iconic story in THE ORIGINAL GREASE.
Monkey Baa Theatre Company to Present New Play THE PEASANT PRINCE This April
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2016
This April, the award-winning theatre company for young people, Monkey Baa will premiere The Peasant Prince, a new Australian play based on the incredible story of Mao's Last Dancer.
BWW Review: SAVAGES Is Brutal, Confronting, And Downright Terrifying In Its Honest Portrayal Of A Large Sector Of Australian Society.
by Jade Kops - April 08, 2016
Patricia Cornelius' SAVAGES is a timely analysis of the aggression and self-entitlement that bubbles beneath the surface of a scary portion of the male population.
Sam McCool to Celebrate Premiere of TURNING THOUGHTY at Sydney Opera House
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2016
On the 26th May, 2016, two things will happen... Comedian Sam McCool launches the premiere of his new show 'TURNING THOUGHTY'. On the same day, he turns 40, celebrating it at Australia's most prestigious venue, SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE.
BWW Review: Bright and Wholesome, GEORGY GIRL Reconnects Audiences With The Fabulous Music Of The Seekers
by Jade Kops - April 07, 2016
Hit songs of the 60's are recreated in GEORGY GIRL – THE SEEKERS MUSICAL as the scandal free history of The Seekers is recounted.
Act IV Theatre Company Presents First Australian Production of THE NAKED TRUTH This April
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2016
Act IV Theatre Company - women who want to make theatre for women - are proud to present the hilarious British play The Naked Truth by Dave Simpson. Opening April 6 at Sydney's newest independent theatre venue - The Blood Moon Theatre at Kings Cross' World Bar - performances will raise money for women's cancer charities.
David Campbell to Star in DREAM LOVER - THE BOBBY DARIN MUSICAL in Sydney
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2016
David Campbell is set to return to the musical theatre stage for the lead role in the World Premiere production of Dream Lover - The Bobby Darin Musical.
BWW Review: KING CHARLES III Contemplates A Time When The Longest Serving Heir Apparent Ascends The British Throne
by Jade Kops - April 04, 2016
Drawing on the style of Shakespeare, writer Mike Bartlett looks to a future where Charles, Prince of Wales finally becomes KING CHARLES III.
David Campbell to Lead the World Premiere of DREAM LOVER - THE BOBBY DARIN MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2016
David Campbell is set to return to the musical theatre stage for the lead role in the World Premiere production of Dream Lover - The Bobby Darin Musical.
Ensemble Theatre Receives Major Gift From The Balnaves Foundation
by Louisa Brady - April 03, 2016
Ensemble Theatre, Australia's longest, non-funded continuously running professional theatre company has today been given a major gift of $300,000 from The Balnaves Foundation.
BWW Review: UNFINISHED WORKS Challenges The Idea That Names Mean More Than The Underlying Substance In Art And In Life
by Jade Kops - April 01, 2016
Thomas de Angelis' UNFINISHED WORKS contemplates the value society places on recognition rather than actual quality and doing what makes money versus what really means something.
Vivid Sydney Sets Expanded 2016 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2016
The longest ever Vivid Sydney will shine for 23 nights when it illuminates Sydney Harbour, new and much-loved precincts, and hosts vibrant music performances and big ideas talks, from Friday 27 May to Saturday 18 June. 
Sport For Jove to Remount Shakespeare's THE TAMING OF THE SHREW
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2016
Sport For Jove is remounting its hugely successful production of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew on the great Hollywood soundstage of the silent film era, in the York Theatre, Seymour Centre and the Riverside Theatre, Parramatta.
Set List Unveiled for THE LAST WALTZ REVISITED at Sydney Opera House
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2016
Following the announcement last month of THE LAST WALTZ REVISITED shows at the Sydney Opera House, there's been lots of online chatter about which songs will be performed by which members of the cast when they revisit one of the most significant rock and roll events in music history on 1 and 2 April. 
THE LAST WALTZ to Rock the Sydney Opera House
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2016
?This April, Richard Clapton, Tim Rogers, Paul Dempsey, Kevin Borich, Olympia, Vika & Linda Bull and The RocKwiz Orkestra will revisit one of the most significant rock and roll events in music history event - The Last Waltz - at the Sydney Opera House on 1 and 2 April. 
CABARET DE PARIS to Play Capitol Theatre in May
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2016
Be transported by the atmosphere and excitement of a Parisian-themed revue with a parade of international entertainers and the daring beauty of exquisitely bejewelled exotic dancers.
BWW Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Sees A Traditional Musical About The Precariousness Of Life Return To Sydney
by Jade Kops - March 31, 2016
Examining the variability of life and the power of love, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF is a touching tale of the challenges a father faces in a changing world.
Simon Dodd's PLAYTHING Comes to The Depot Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2016
After a highly acclaimed but brief outing at the 2014 Sydney Comedy Festival, absurdist one-act comedy PLAYTHING by multi-awarding winning Australian comedy writer Simon Dodd comes to The Depot Theatre in Marrickville as part of their 2016 Season.
Hayes Theatre Co to Host Musical Theatre Writing Seminar
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2016
David Mitchell, Max Lambert, Christie Evangelisto and James Millar will join Richard Carroll at Hayes Theatre Co on Monday 30 May for a Musical Theatre Writing Seminar.
Ted Albert Award Recipient, International Work Award Announced for 2016 APRA Music Awards
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2016
?The APRA AMCOS Board of Writer and Publisher Directors have announced that legendary songwriters and musicians, Cold Chisel, are the recipients of the 2016 Ted Albert Award for Outstanding Services to Australian Music. The prestigious award will be presented to Cold Chisel at the 2016 APRA Music Awards on Tuesday 5 April at Carriageworks in Sydney.

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