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Griffin Supports White Ribbon Night During First Preview of THE BLEEDING TREE Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2015
Week two of the 'Vocalist Jr' contest at The Media Theatre raised the bar a bit from the first week. There were less nerves and anxieties which allowed each performer to relax a bit and simply have fun on stage as they brought their all to each performance.
Hayes Theatre Co Adds New HEATHERS Performance
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2015
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL now playing at Hayes Theatre Co has received rave reviews from all members of the media.  The season must close on Sunday 9 August however one extra show has been added at 1.30pm on the last day.
KINSKI AND I Returning to Sydney Fringe
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2015
Winner of the Sydney Fringe Festival 2014 Theatre Award and controversial hit of the Adelaide Fridge, Kinski And I returns to the Sydney Fringe in the 505 @ 5 Eliza Street Newtown Pop-up theatre from Wednesday 16 September to Sunday 27 September 2015 for 10 performances only.
Sydney Theatre Company's ARMS AND THE MAN Begins in September
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2015
Sydney Theatre Company presents the George Bernard Shaw classic, Arms and the Man, at Sydney Opera House from 14 September 2015. With a cast featuring Andrea Demetriades, Mitchell Butel, Charlie Cousins, Deborah Kennedy and William Zappa, director Richard Cottrell collaborates with the design team of Michael Scott-Mitchell, Julie Lynch and Damien Cooper to create a sumptuous fairytale version of 19th century Bulgaria.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Makes Australian Premiere Tonight in Sydney
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2015
The Australian Premiere Season of the Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Matilda The Musical begins in Sydney tonight.
The Dancers Company to Perform at at Riverside Theatres Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2015
Discover the beauty of ballet in The Dancers Company: A Stunning Classical Triple Bill at Riverside Theatres from 21 to 22 August.
ABSINTHE to Receive Sydney Premiere at St Mary's Cathedral Square
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2015
Spiegelworld announced today that its smash-hit Las Vegas show ABSINTHE will be performed on St Mary's Cathedral Square, opposite Hyde Park, in the heart of Sydney's CBD from September 15 2015. It will be the first time a spiegeltent is to be pitched on this iconic site. An award-winning sensation in Las Vegas for the past four years, ABSINTHE has been wowing audiences on its Australian tour presented by Stan. It's a follow-up to Spiegelworld's record-breaking spiegeltent show, EMPIRE, which was seen by an incredible 200,000 Australians last year.
BWW Reviews: Dark, Twisty and Hilarious. HEATHERS – THE MUSICAL Is A Fantastic Combination of Comedy And Black Humor
by Jade Kops - July 24, 2015
HEATHERS – THE MUSICAL blends the spirit of the dark and disturbed cult movie with fabulous music and an amazing Australian cast resulting in a must see show. Laurence O'Keefe and Kevin Murphy's (Book, Music and Lyrics) adaptation has been bought to the Sydney stage by theatre favourite Trevor Ashley in his directorial debut.
Glen Street Theatre to Present Elton John Tribute ROCKET MAN
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2015
Rocket Man is a uniquely entertaining tribute to Sir Elton John, one of the most iconic popular music figures in history with a career spanning six decades. Glen Street Theatre presents Rocket Man: Songs and Stories of Elton John on Tuesday 18 August.
Australian Divas Celebrate Billie Holiday in LADIES SING THE BLUES Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2015
Seven of Australia's Diva's come together for a very special one-off event at The Sydney Opera House to pay tribute to the late Billie Holiday, otherwise known as 'Lady Day'. The concert Ladies Sing the Blues, will feature Lady Cool, Amanda Easton, Liza Ohlback, Lucinda Peters, Lindsay Drummond, Joy Yates and Dahlia Dior. 
Australian Cabaret Stars Coming to Sydney's Vanguard
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2015
What's better than seeing a five star cabaret? Seeing two on the same night... and for the price of one! For one night only two of Australia's comedy cabaret darlings bring their critically acclaimed solo shows to Sydney's Vanguard for a night of laughs, personal truths and a whole lot of wine!
BWW Reviews: DETROIT Explores Life In The Suburbs Of Middle America
by Jade Kops - July 22, 2015
DETROIT explores the current issues facing suburban America following the Global Financial Crisis with humour and mystery as the reality of the story hits home.
Griffin to Support White Ribbon Night During First Preview of THE BLEEDING TREE, 7/31
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2015
Week two of the 'Vocalist Jr' contest at The Media Theatre raised the bar a bit from the first week. There were less nerves and anxieties which allowed each performer to relax a bit and simply have fun on stage as they brought their all to each performance.
THE 26-STOREY TREEHOUSE to Play Riverside Theatres Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2015
From 18 to 19 August, Western Sydney audiences have the chance to catch the stage adaptation of Andy Griffiths' and Terry Denton's best-selling book, The 26-Storey Treehouse, when it comes to Riverside Theatres as part of a national tour.
24:7 Theatre Festival Set for Next Weekend
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2015
For the fourth year running 24:7 Theatre Festival will collaborate with 'You Are Here' Festival in Australia to create new, exciting theatre.
Squabbalogic to Stage MYSTERY MUSICAL #2
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2015
From the team behind smash-hit productions CARRIE THE MUSICAL, MAN OF LA MANCHA and most recently, TRIASSIC PARQ - Squabbalogic will present a cryptic and fun filled evening of musical theatre with MYSTERY MUSICAL #2 on Friday 7th August at the Seymour Centre.
Cast of LES MISERABLES in Sydney Performs on Bastille Day on 'Today'
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2015
On Bastille Day, July 14, 2015,  the cast of Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of 'Les Miserables' performed live in studio.  Check out the clip here: http://www.9jumpin.com.au/show/today/videos/4352733546001/
Susie Porter, Eugene Gilfedder and Steve Mouzakis Lead STC's DEATH AND THE MAIDEN from 28 Aug
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2015
Some plays maintain their relevance because some horrors never go away. Ariel Dorfman's captivating psychological thriller Death and the Maiden is one such work. Featuring Susie Porter, Eugene Gilfedder and Steve Mouzakis, this new co-production between Sydney Theatre Company (STC) and Melbourne Theatre Company (MTC) is at The Wharf from 28th August (opening night 1 September), following a season in Melbourne.
Final Tickets for LES MISERABLES' Sydney Season on Sale Today
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2015
LES MISERABLES has captivated Sydney audiences and critics alike since its premiere in March at the Capitol Theatre. Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Boublil & Schonberg's legendary musical will depart Sydney on October 18th before storming the barricade at Brisbane's Lyric Theatre in November. Final tickets for the Sydney season are on sale today July 15th from Ticketmaster.
New Theatre to Present THE WOMEN
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2015
Written in 1936, this comedy about marital infidelity and revenge is still funny and relevant today.
BWW Reviews: GHOST STORIES Thrills And Chills Sydney Audiences
by Jade Kops - July 14, 2015
Andy Nyman and Jeremy Dyson's horror play, GHOST STORIES challenges the notion of fear and its manifestation in the belief in ghosts.
BWW Reviews: LES MISERABLES Is Still Delighting Sydney Audiences
by Jade Kops - July 13, 2015
In celebration of the upcoming Bastille Day on the 14th of July, Cameron Mackintosh and the Ambassador of France, H.E. Mr Christophe Lecourtier hosted a celebratory performance of LES MISERABLES. Whilst BWW-Sydney reviewed the opening night on 26th March 2015, it was wonderful to get to see the work again, from a new perspective of a different seat in the theatre.
Cate Blanchett, Vanessa Scammell, SWEENEY TODD & More to Present at Australia's Helpmann Awards
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2015
Some of Australia's top live entertainment names will join Helpmann Awards host, Todd McKenney on stage to present and perform at the star-studded 2015 Helpmann Awards Ceremony.
BWW Reviews: THE DAPTO CHASER Takes A Look At The Hard Reality Of A Family Divided By Greyhound Racing And Gambling
by Jade Kops - July 12, 2015
Mary Rachel Brown's THE DAPTO CHASER lets the audience become a fly on the wall and witness a family torn apart by Greyhound racing and gambling.
BWW Reviews: AKIO! Follows One Boy's Journey Into The Video Games He Loves To Learn About Life, Courage and Love.
by Jade Kops - July 11, 2015
AKIO!, a modern day Wizard Of Oz story of sorts, follows a boy as he enters a world of his video games to find allies, enemies and wizards to work through quests to save a princess and gain confidence in the real world.

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