Glen Street Theatre Presents David Williamson's THE REMOVALISTS, Now thru 24 August
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2014
One of David Williamson's most popular and explosive plays, revived by one of Australia's most exciting independent theatre companies, The Removalists is a searing portrayal of suburban Australia in the 1970s. Set in a police station and the nearby apartment of a young dysfunctional couple, an evening of disturbing gender politics, assault, adultery and furniture moving ensues in the black comedy that put Australia's most famous playwright on the map.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2014
One of David Williamson's most popular and explosive plays, revived by one of Australia's most exciting independent theatre companies, The Removalists is a searing portrayal of suburban Australia in the 1970s. Set in a police station and the nearby apartment of a young dysfunctional couple, an evening of disturbing gender politics, assault, adultery and furniture moving ensues in the black comedy that put Australia's most famous playwright on the map.
2014 Helpmann Award Winners Announced
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2014
The 14th Annual Helpmann Awards were presented tonight live from Sydney's Capitol Theatre and broadcast on Foxtel's Arena. Host Jonathan Biggins was joined by some of Australia's most talented performers and industry leaders to announce this year's winners while recognising the distinguished artistic achievement and excellence across the major disciplines of Australia's live performance industry.
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2014
The 14th Annual Helpmann Awards were presented tonight live from Sydney's Capitol Theatre and broadcast on Foxtel's Arena. Host Jonathan Biggins was joined by some of Australia's most talented performers and industry leaders to announce this year's winners while recognising the distinguished artistic achievement and excellence across the major disciplines of Australia's live performance industry.
BWW Reviews: HELPMANN AWARDS 2014 Announced at Sydney's Capitol Theatre
by Jade Kops - August 17, 2014
The Helpmann Awards, which has recognised the achievements in live performance in Australia since 2001, is the Australian industry's equivalent of the Tony Awards and the Olivier Awards.
by Jade Kops - August 17, 2014
The Helpmann Awards, which has recognised the achievements in live performance in Australia since 2001, is the Australian industry's equivalent of the Tony Awards and the Olivier Awards.
Tickets to LES MISERABLES in Sydney On Sale 25 August
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2014
Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Boublil & Schonberg's legendary musical, LES MISERABLES will open at Sydney's Capitol Theatre in March 2015.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2014
Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Boublil & Schonberg's legendary musical, LES MISERABLES will open at Sydney's Capitol Theatre in March 2015.
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW to Return to Sydney Lyric Theatre in April 2015
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2014
Producers Howard Panter and John Frost today confirmed that the new Australian production of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show will play a limited season at the Sydney Lyric Theatre from April 2015. Returning in the coveted role of Frank N Furter will be television and theatre star Craig McLachlan, fresh from shooting the title role in the third series of ABC TV's top rating drama series The Doctor Blake Mysteries. Further cast members will be announced later this year.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2014
Producers Howard Panter and John Frost today confirmed that the new Australian production of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show will play a limited season at the Sydney Lyric Theatre from April 2015. Returning in the coveted role of Frank N Furter will be television and theatre star Craig McLachlan, fresh from shooting the title role in the third series of ABC TV's top rating drama series The Doctor Blake Mysteries. Further cast members will be announced later this year.
Marian Street Theatre for Young People to Stage THE PIED PIPER, Sept 21-Oct 4
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2014
Marian Street Theatre for Young People presents THE PIED PIPER - SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN, running 21 September to 4 October 2014.
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2014
Marian Street Theatre for Young People presents THE PIED PIPER - SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN, running 21 September to 4 October 2014.
Toby Schmitz to Direct HOWIE THE ROOKIE at Old Fitzroy Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2014
Highly acclaimed and much-loved Australian actor, playwright and director Toby Schmitz returns home to direct Andrew Henry (All My Sons, Sydney Theatre Award nomination) and Sean Hawkins (Bell Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing) in a strictly limited season of Howie The Rookie at Sydney's Old Fitzroy Theatre from 30 September to 25 October.
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2014
Highly acclaimed and much-loved Australian actor, playwright and director Toby Schmitz returns home to direct Andrew Henry (All My Sons, Sydney Theatre Award nomination) and Sean Hawkins (Bell Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing) in a strictly limited season of Howie The Rookie at Sydney's Old Fitzroy Theatre from 30 September to 25 October.
VIP Tickets to BRIAN COX - MAKING SENSE OF THE COSMOS Now On Sale
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2014
It was announced today by Lateral Events that VIP Meet and Greet tickets have been released for the Sydney performance of Brian Cox - Making Sense of the Cosmos. British particle physicist Professor Brian Cox is returning to tour Australia in October this year in a new stage presentation following the sell-out success of Cox's 2013 Australian tour Brian Cox - A Scientific Phenomena.
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2014
It was announced today by Lateral Events that VIP Meet and Greet tickets have been released for the Sydney performance of Brian Cox - Making Sense of the Cosmos. British particle physicist Professor Brian Cox is returning to tour Australia in October this year in a new stage presentation following the sell-out success of Cox's 2013 Australian tour Brian Cox - A Scientific Phenomena.
BEYOND DESIRE to Run 21 Nov - 14 Dec at Hayes Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2014
Loosely based on Shakespeare's Hamlet and E.M Foster's novel Maurice, the World Premiere of Beyond Desire is playing at Hayes Theatre Co from Friday, 21 November - Sunday 14 December 2014.
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2014
Loosely based on Shakespeare's Hamlet and E.M Foster's novel Maurice, the World Premiere of Beyond Desire is playing at Hayes Theatre Co from Friday, 21 November - Sunday 14 December 2014.
Joanna Weinberg to Bring BARONESS BIANKA'S BLOODSONGS to Hayes Theatre Co. in Sept
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2014
Critically acclaimed songwriter and storyteller Joanna Weinberg is bringing her brand new show BARONESS BIANKA'S BLOODSONGS to Hayes Theatre Co as part of A Month of Sundays for three shows only on Sunday 14, 21 and 28 September.
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2014
Critically acclaimed songwriter and storyteller Joanna Weinberg is bringing her brand new show BARONESS BIANKA'S BLOODSONGS to Hayes Theatre Co as part of A Month of Sundays for three shows only on Sunday 14, 21 and 28 September.
Tickets to THRILLER LIVE in Sydney On Sale 8 September
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2014
THRILLER LIVE, a spectacular theatrical production now in its record breaking 6th year in London's West End, was created to celebrate the career of the world's greatest entertainer, Michael Jackson and the Jackson Five.
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2014
THRILLER LIVE, a spectacular theatrical production now in its record breaking 6th year in London's West End, was created to celebrate the career of the world's greatest entertainer, Michael Jackson and the Jackson Five.
New Tickets to WICKED at Sydney's Capitol Theatre Released
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2014
Due to extraordinary demand, new tickets have been released for the Sydney season of the award-winning musical theatre blockbuster WICKED. With performances at Sydney's Capitol Theatre beginning on September 20, new tickets have been released for performances from 18 to 23 November.
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2014
Due to extraordinary demand, new tickets have been released for the Sydney season of the award-winning musical theatre blockbuster WICKED. With performances at Sydney's Capitol Theatre beginning on September 20, new tickets have been released for performances from 18 to 23 November.
Darlinghurst Theatre Presents Sydney Premiere of CONSTELLATIONS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2014
Darlinghurst Theatre Company presents an explosive, head in the stars comedy about love, fate and free will. Nick Payne's Constellations will preview from tonight 8 August with the Sydney Premiere on 12 August at the Eternity Playhouse.
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2014
Darlinghurst Theatre Company presents an explosive, head in the stars comedy about love, fate and free will. Nick Payne's Constellations will preview from tonight 8 August with the Sydney Premiere on 12 August at the Eternity Playhouse.
Revamped Eternity Playhouse Now Booking Shows and Events
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2014
Eternity Playhouse is Sydney's newest state-of-the-art theatre and events venue in the heart of Darlinghurst, on the eastern fringes of the CBD. The heritage listed 127-year-old Baptist Tabernacle on Burton Street, has been renovated and restored into a 200 seat state-of-the-art theatre. Award winning architects Tonkin Zulaikha Greer have successfully fused contemporary design with the building's historical features to create a truly unique, stylish and welcoming event space. The refurbishment recently won the Greenway Award for Heritage Architecture.
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2014
Eternity Playhouse is Sydney's newest state-of-the-art theatre and events venue in the heart of Darlinghurst, on the eastern fringes of the CBD. The heritage listed 127-year-old Baptist Tabernacle on Burton Street, has been renovated and restored into a 200 seat state-of-the-art theatre. Award winning architects Tonkin Zulaikha Greer have successfully fused contemporary design with the building's historical features to create a truly unique, stylish and welcoming event space. The refurbishment recently won the Greenway Award for Heritage Architecture.
Second Season of Burlesque RISQUE REVUE Opens at Slide Today
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2014
Today, August 6th Sydney's #1 Burlesque, Risque Revue opens for a second season! Slide has teamed up with Fashion TV Australia, F.Vokda, Bauhaus Hair and Beauty, and La Biosthetique for Opening Night. As part of the VIP guest list which includes Marcia Hines, Channel TEN's Wonderland cast, THE VOICE's Elly Oh and Frank Lakoudis, 8 lucky competition winners will spend a night as VIP's at our Red Carpet opening night performance.
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2014
Today, August 6th Sydney's #1 Burlesque, Risque Revue opens for a second season! Slide has teamed up with Fashion TV Australia, F.Vokda, Bauhaus Hair and Beauty, and La Biosthetique for Opening Night. As part of the VIP guest list which includes Marcia Hines, Channel TEN's Wonderland cast, THE VOICE's Elly Oh and Frank Lakoudis, 8 lucky competition winners will spend a night as VIP's at our Red Carpet opening night performance.
Monkey Baa Theatre to Present Simon Tedeschi in PIANIST AND PRANKSTER, 20-27 Sept
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2014
Join one of Australia's most inspiring young musicians, Simon Tedeschi at Monkey Baa's Lend Lease Darling Quarter Theatre from 20 to 27 September as he takes us on a journey through a day in his life from 5am practice sessions, his first public performance age 8 at Sydney Opera House, winning the Sydney Piano Competition age 10 to playing in front of Luciano Pavarotti at the age of 13.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2014
Join one of Australia's most inspiring young musicians, Simon Tedeschi at Monkey Baa's Lend Lease Darling Quarter Theatre from 20 to 27 September as he takes us on a journey through a day in his life from 5am practice sessions, his first public performance age 8 at Sydney Opera House, winning the Sydney Piano Competition age 10 to playing in front of Luciano Pavarotti at the age of 13.
LOVE AND DEATH AND AN AMERICAN GUITAR to Return with Toby Francis, Aug 24
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2014
Due to an overwhelming response following a hugely successful run as part of The Hayes Theatre Co Inaugural Cabaret Season, Love and Death and an American Guitar makes a return to the Hayes Theatre Co stage for 3 nights only, starting on Sunday, 24 August.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2014
Due to an overwhelming response following a hugely successful run as part of The Hayes Theatre Co Inaugural Cabaret Season, Love and Death and an American Guitar makes a return to the Hayes Theatre Co stage for 3 nights only, starting on Sunday, 24 August.
TOWARD THE CRIMSON SKY, Based on Japanese Poem, to Return to Glen Street Theatre, Sept 2-7
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2014
TaikOz return to Glen Street Theatre with a compelling new show based on a haiku by Japanese poet Miura Yuzuru, Toward the Crimson Sky. This extraordinary production has been written by TaikOz Artistic Director Ian Cleworth, evoking the poem's sensual, dramatic and often playful imagery of a cloud of dragonflies ascending into a deep red sky.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2014
TaikOz return to Glen Street Theatre with a compelling new show based on a haiku by Japanese poet Miura Yuzuru, Toward the Crimson Sky. This extraordinary production has been written by TaikOz Artistic Director Ian Cleworth, evoking the poem's sensual, dramatic and often playful imagery of a cloud of dragonflies ascending into a deep red sky.
DOCTOR WHO SYMPHONIC SPECTACULAR Travels to Adelaide, Perth and Sydney from Jan 24
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2014
Smash hit Doctor Who Symphonic Spectacular returns to Australia with a brand new show in 2015, performing for the first time in Adelaide and Perth before returning to Sydney where it received a rapturous response from audiences in 2012.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2014
Smash hit Doctor Who Symphonic Spectacular returns to Australia with a brand new show in 2015, performing for the first time in Adelaide and Perth before returning to Sydney where it received a rapturous response from audiences in 2012.
Second Season of Burlesque RISQUE REVUE Opens at Slide on 8/6
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2014
This Wednesday August 6th Sydney's #1 Burlesque, Risque Revue opens for a second season! Slide has teamed up with Fashion TV Australia, F.Vokda, Bauhaus Hair and Beauty, and La Biosthetique for Opening Night.
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2014
This Wednesday August 6th Sydney's #1 Burlesque, Risque Revue opens for a second season! Slide has teamed up with Fashion TV Australia, F.Vokda, Bauhaus Hair and Beauty, and La Biosthetique for Opening Night.
Tickets to DIRTY DANCING at Sydney Lyric Theatre On Sale 4 August
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2014
Tickets for the tenth anniversary season of international hit musical Dirty Dancing will go on sale to the public next Monday, 4 August. Returning to Sydney a decade after its World Premiere, Dirty Dancing will play at the Sydney Lyric Theatre from 28 November 2014.
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2014
Tickets for the tenth anniversary season of international hit musical Dirty Dancing will go on sale to the public next Monday, 4 August. Returning to Sydney a decade after its World Premiere, Dirty Dancing will play at the Sydney Lyric Theatre from 28 November 2014.
Wooden Horse Productions in Association with Hayes Theatre Co Presents LOVEBITES, 10 September - 5 October
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2014
An exploration of one of life's toughest battles, romance, LOVEBiTES will playing at Hayes Theatre Co from Wednesday, 10 September 2014. From the writers of The Hatpin, LOVEBiTES is a series of short stories about falling in love, catching one half of each couple in the instant that love strikes and then hearing from the other half about how it ended up, giving us a unique, hilarious and moving insight into the separate perspective of the two individuals who share it.
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2014
An exploration of one of life's toughest battles, romance, LOVEBiTES will playing at Hayes Theatre Co from Wednesday, 10 September 2014. From the writers of The Hatpin, LOVEBiTES is a series of short stories about falling in love, catching one half of each couple in the instant that love strikes and then hearing from the other half about how it ended up, giving us a unique, hilarious and moving insight into the separate perspective of the two individuals who share it.
Glen Street Theatre to Present HOPELESSLY DEVOTED, 26-31 August
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2014
A middle-aged brother and sister, Amy and Andy, are stuck living at home in regional Australia, caring for their chronically ill mother. To escape this mundane existence, Amy creates a fantasy world in her lounge room that revolves around her idol, Olivia Newton-John. In between working two jobs to pay for the medical bills, Andy indulges his sister's devotion. He knows that if it weren't for Olivia, they'd both be going mad. But Andy is starting to change. He's ready to move on. The problem is, Amy is perfectly happy in her fantasy world and wants things to stay the same.
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2014
A middle-aged brother and sister, Amy and Andy, are stuck living at home in regional Australia, caring for their chronically ill mother. To escape this mundane existence, Amy creates a fantasy world in her lounge room that revolves around her idol, Olivia Newton-John. In between working two jobs to pay for the medical bills, Andy indulges his sister's devotion. He knows that if it weren't for Olivia, they'd both be going mad. But Andy is starting to change. He's ready to move on. The problem is, Amy is perfectly happy in her fantasy world and wants things to stay the same.
Musical Stars Michael Falzon and Bobby Fox Perform Legendary Costello and Bacharach Album 'Painted From Memory'
by Jillian Gaier - July 28, 2014
In the late 1990's, music legends Burt Bacharach and Elvis Costello united to create the timeless album Painted From Memory. Such was the significance of these legendary artists collaborating that a documentary (Because it's a Lonely World) was made to commemorate the occasion.
by Jillian Gaier - July 28, 2014
In the late 1990's, music legends Burt Bacharach and Elvis Costello united to create the timeless album Painted From Memory. Such was the significance of these legendary artists collaborating that a documentary (Because it's a Lonely World) was made to commemorate the occasion.
Patricia Bogg Receives LPA's Sue Nattrass Award
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2014
It is with great pleasure that Live Performance Australia (LPA) has today announced that Patricia Boggs has been awarded the inaugural SUE NATTRASS AWARD for her outstanding service to the Australian live performance industry. The industry achievement award will sit alongside the JC Williamson Award which saw this year's recipient, John FrostOAM, honoured recently at the JC Williamson Award dinner in Brisbane.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2014
It is with great pleasure that Live Performance Australia (LPA) has today announced that Patricia Boggs has been awarded the inaugural SUE NATTRASS AWARD for her outstanding service to the Australian live performance industry. The industry achievement award will sit alongside the JC Williamson Award which saw this year's recipient, John FrostOAM, honoured recently at the JC Williamson Award dinner in Brisbane.
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