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Chatswood Culture Bites Presents Phoenix Collective Sundays Sessions
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2022
CHATSWOOD CULTURE BITES presents Phoenix Collective – a dynamic ensemble that will showcase classical music with a uniquely Australian edge on four Sunday afternoons from 15 May to 14 August in the intimacy of Chatswood's Zenith Theatre.
Karaoke Night Announced For WHITE PEARL's Return to Riverside
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2022
Following sold out seasons across the Country, and a recent stint at STC, White Pearl is set to take over the Riverside stage once more. To mark the triumphant return of this groundbreaking work, Riverside’s National Theatre of Parramatta are thrilled to present a curated suite of special events that celebrate contemporary Asian culture, from 5th – 7th May, 2022. 
2CELLOS Announce The Dedicated Tour
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2022
Having spent the last ten years together as the 2CELLOS, releasing six studio albums, amassing billions of streams, performing at iconic venues across the globe and selling one million tickets to their electric live performances, this year, the duo of Luka Šulić and HAUSER will embark on their farewell tour, The Dedicated Tour.  
Kwento and Red Line Productions Present ATE LOVIA Next Month
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2022
Life seems to be looking up for the Ejercito family in 1996, despite a new boom of conservatism spearheaded by John Howard and Pauline Hanson.
National Gallery Acquires JEFFREY SMART Work
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
With only weeks left to go before Jeffrey Smart closes, the National Gallery of Australia’s collection of his work has grown with the acquisition of Near Knossos. Acquired in celebration of the Gallery’s upcoming 40th anniversary, Near Knossos is a key example of the late artist’s work and an exciting addition to the national collection.
National Gallery Announces New Annual Oration in Memory of Betty Churcher AO
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2022
The National Gallery presents a new major annual event in memory of former director Betty Churcher AO (1931-2015).
Meyne Wyatt's CITY OF GOLD Comes To STC Next Month
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2022
Following a proud and emotional homecoming season in Western Australia, writer, performer and Wongutha-Yamatji man Meyne Wyatt is bringing his acclaimed play City of Gold to Sydney Theatre Company from May 7 in an electrifying new production directed by STC Resident Director, Shari Sebbens.
DOUBLE BEAT Comes to Riverside Theatres in May
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2022
FORM Dance Projects and Riverside Theatres present Double Beat, choreographed by the Helpmann Award winning Sara Black.
RISING Announces Continuation of Sidney Myer Music Bowl Takeover
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Due to unprecedented demand, RISING has today announced the extension of The Wilds, with their unprecedented takeover of the Sidney Myer Music Bowl set to run for an extra week until June 19. Tickets are on sale now (Adult: $22; Concession: $17; Child: $12). RISING takes place Wed 1 June—Sun 12 June 2022. The Wilds will take over Sidney Myer Music Bowl from Wed 1 June —Sun 19 June 2022 (no Mondays).
World Premiere of A LETTER FOR MOLLY to Open at Ensemble Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
Mark Kilmurry, Artistic Director, Ensemble Theatre has announced that the Ensemble Theatre will see the World Premiere of A LETTER FOR MOLLY. This play, with an all First Nations cast, concerns three generations of women and what it means to continue the line for the next generation.  
New Australian Play VERY HAPPY CHILDREN Captures Youth Climate Change Anxiety
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2022
New play Very Happy Children with Bright and Wonderful Futures by Joshua Maxwell is being officially published this week and is a story that shares an important message beyond the stage. The play cleverly depicts the issues of climate change through the eyes of young activists whose views are dismissed, even as a bushfire threatens their hometown.
STC's THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY Encore Season Extended Until 14 May
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2022
The encore season of Sydney Theatre Company's critically-acclaimed adaptation of Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray, currently playing Roslyn Packer Theatre, has been extended until 14 May.
BWW REVIEW: RedLine Production's Presentation Of THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS & MAHAGONNY SONGSPEIL Is A Surprising Feat In A Small Space
by Jade Kops - April 06, 2022
Director Constantine Costi pulls off the seemingly impossible of squeezing in a 17 piece orchestra, under the Baton of Brian Castles-Onion, a dancer and 6 singers into the small space of the Old Fitz Theatre to present an entrancing interpretation of Kurt Weill (Music) and Bertolt Brecht's (text/lyrics) THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS ballet with songs and MAHAGONNY SONGSPEIL song cycle.
BWW REVIEW: HEROES OF THE FOURTH TURNING Explores The Connection Between Religion And Politics That's Fracturing The US
by Jade Kops - April 05, 2022
Under Craig Baldwin’s direction, Sydney audiences are given a glimpse into the impassioned arguments that the American conservative Christian community have been making in favour of having their beliefs be the cornerstone of US politics in HEROES OF THE FORTH TURNING.
Sydney Con Jazz Festival 2022 Program Announced; Tickets On Sale Today
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2022
On Sunday, June 5 (12 noon until 9 pm) the fifth Sydney Con Jazz Festival (SCJF) will take place at Sydney's Conservatorium of Music, a world-class venue nestled amongst the picturesque Royal Botanic Gardens. Leading jazz artists from the US, Europe, and Australia (over 100 artists) will perform in over 24 concerts.
BWW REVIEW: Noël Coward's BLITHE SPIRIT Is Given A Modern Makeover In Sydney Theatre Company's New Staging
by Jade Kops - April 02, 2022
BLITHE SPIRIT, the satirical farce about the pitfalls of interrupting the souls of those past on for personal amusement plays out at the Sydney Opera House.
New Artists Announced For NIGHT AT THE BARRACKS, NORTH HEAD
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2022
The Producers of NIGHT AT THE BARRACKS, NORTH HEAD, MANLY, are excited to announce the full program for the inaugural concert series to be held from Friday 9 September over five weekends.  This amazing line-up of artists will perform on a specially built outdoor stage in the beautiful setting of the historic barracks. 
Lux Eterna Awarded Inaugural 2022 March Dance Keir Foundation 'Start-upCommission'
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2022
At tonight's closing night of March Dance 2022 (Sydney's annual month-long independent dance festival), Lux Eterna was awarded the inaugural 2022 March Dance 'Start-Up Keir Commission,' supported by the Keir Foundation, a $3000 bursary to support the development of a her new work The 8th Day, to be included in March Dance 2023. 
FANGIRLS Comes To The Sydney Opera House in July
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2022
The smash-hit musical sensation FANGIRLS, which celebrates the misunderstood power and passion of teenage fandom, will be presented in the Opera House's Drama Theatre from 28 July – 4 September, 2022.
Walsh Bay Arts Precinct Opens to the Public
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2022
Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, Australia’s newest cultural precinct, has opened to the public following the completion of major redevelopment works on the historically significant Pier 2/3 located on the Sydney Harbour foreshore. A premier arts and culture hub, the Precinct is home to nine of the nation’s foremost performing arts companies presenting a vibrant program of musical concerts, theatre performances and public events throughout 2022.
PAW PATROL Australian Tour Sets Sail This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2022
The PAW Patrol pups set sail on their 20-show tour of PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure” Presented by Paramount+ this weekend in Perth, before making their way to Sydney Harbour and continuing around the country this April- May!
UNQUALIFIED 2: STILL UNQUALIFIED Comes to the Ensemble Theatre in April
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2022
Mark Kilmurry, Artistic Director, Ensemble Theatre today announced that the World Premiere of UNQUALIFIED 2: STILL UNQUALIFIED will open at Ensemble Theatre on April 29.
Bangarra Dance Theatre's WARU Premieres This September
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2022
Australia's leading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander performing arts company, Bangarra Dance Theatre will present their first ever dedicated work for children Waru – journey of the small turtle. Making its world premiere at Bangarra's newly renovated home in Walsh Bay from 24th September to 9th October, Waru is a must-see new Australian work for kids ages 3 and up and their families.
BWW REVIEW: Guest Reviewer Kym Vaitiekus Shares His Thoughts On HANDA OPERA ON SYDNEY HARBOUR, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
by Jade Kops - March 27, 2022
What a joy to see an enormous production of The Phantom of the Opera on Sydney harbour against the city skyline. And enormous is the word. The stage is 2.5 times larger than any indoor Australian stage.
BREATHING CORPSES Comes to Kings Cross Theatre in April
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2022
Eye Contact Theatre Company will present Laura Wade's award-winning Breathing Corpses, playing at KXT from the 8th - 23rd April (Tues-Fri 7.30pm, Sat 6pm & Sun 5pm).

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