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A Festival of WS Gilbert Plays
2024-11-21 - 2024-11-24 | Malvern Theatre, 29 Burke St, Malvern East, VIC, 3145, Australia
One Act Wonders! In its final production for 2025, Gilbert and Sullivan Opera Victoria offers a rare opportunity to discover a collection of four neglected one-act plays from master librettist, W.S Gilbert across one evening’s entertainment (and two weekend matinees).
Mostly remembered today for his famous collaboration with Arthur Sullivan, as a young barrister Gilbert found himself waiting for all too infrequent briefs and he turned to writing. Testament to his talent, soon after, he was earning his living as a playwright and librettist. Gilbert continued to write plays throughout his busy creative life with his last, The Hooligan, completed only four months before he died.
This collection demonstrates Gilbert’s wide-ranging interests and styles over 40 years and, over 100 years after their creation, hold the stage well today. Directed by a new generation, come and enjoy:
Comedy and Tragedy – Directed by Ben Klein. An actress finds a deadly solution to her tricky romantic situation. A masterpiece of dramatic irony;
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern – Directed by Sarah Berry. In a reimagined parody of Shakespeare’s hugely popular ‘Hamlet’, Rosencrantz and Ophelia scheme to get rid of Hamlet so they can be together;
Creatures of Impulse – Directed by Danielle Zuccala. A fairy toys with guests at an inn for her own devious pleasure. Pure slapstick fun, and
The Hooligan – Directed by Naomi Tooby. A condemned man pleads for justice. A sophisticated character study.

The Cripple of Inishmaan
2024-11-21 - 2024-11-30 | Strathmore Theatrical Arts Group, 50 Loeman Street, Strathmore, VIC, 3041, Australia
“I shouldn’t laugh at you, Cripple Billy…but I will!”
The Cripple of Inishmaan is set in a small community on the Aran Islands off of the Western Coast of Ireland in 1934, where the inhabitants are excited to learn of a Hollywood film crew’s arrival in neighbouring Inishmore to make a documentary about life on the islands.
“Cripple” Billy Claven, eager to escape the gossip, poverty and boredom of Inishmaan, vies for a part in thr film, and to everyone’s surprise, the orphan and outcast gets his chance…or so some believe.
Martin McDonagh’s comic masterpiece examines an ordinary coming of age in extraordinary circumstances and confirms his position as one of the most original Irish voices to emerge in the second half of the twentieth century.

A Christmas Carol
2024-11-22 - 2024-12-29 | The Comedy Theatre, 240 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Winner of five Tony Awards®, the smash-hit Old Vic production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic is conceived and directed by Matthew Warchus (Matilda the Musical) and adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child), audiences are welcomed into an immersive experience, brimming with music and merriment.
★★★★★
“The must-see festive event of the year” The AU Review
“The Dickensian classic is back to spread its Yuletide cheer around the Comedy Theatre once more.” Time Out Melbourne
★★★★
“You’d have to be a real Scrooge to not be won over by this Christmas Carol.” The Age
★★★★★
“One of the best Christmas shows you’ll ever see” The Stage

Jack the Ripper
2024-11-25 - 2024-11-30 | The Butterfly Club, 5 Carson Place, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
London, 1888. A gentleman discovers his wife’s infidelity against the backdrop of the Ripper murders. He becomes obsessed with the love he still feels for his adulterous wife, as his obsession with the Jack the Ripper murders begins to take hold of his mind, as he searches for answers.
Perhaps he is the Ripper after all.

F Christmas
2024-11-27 - 2024-12-15 | Malthouse Theatre, 113 Sturt Street, Southbank, VIC, 3006, Australia
From the extraordinary minds of Fat Fruit (Sarah Ward and Bec Matthews) and theatre luminary Susie Dee (co-creator and director), F Christmas is a new all-star variety show that gives the middle finger to capitalism and the overconsumption of the holiday season. Featuring aerial elves, a tap-dancing turkey, an off-brand Father Christmas and the carol hosts from hell, this wild and hilarious post-punk Christmas extravaganza lands at Malthouse from Wednesday 27 November to Sunday 15 December.
Somewhere between a hallucinogenic, camp Christmas fantasy and a perverse, apocalyptic nightmare, F Christmas unwraps toxic secular addictions while making room for alternative celebrations. Created by Fat Fruit (F Fabulous, Fart Fabulous, The Legend of Queen Kong), Susie Dee (Animal, Looking Glass, Big Heart, SHIT) and with a family of queers, rebels and runaways to boot – audiences are invited to kick back for an unforgettable yuletide variety show that agitates the festive season.

One Day in September
2024-11-28 - 2024-11-30 | Athenaeum Theatre, 188 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
ONE DAY IN SEPTEMBER is a new Australian musical centred around the world of the AFL. Sam Thompson begins a relationship with Sophie, a young woman misguidedly drawn to the status of dating a high profile athelete. Sam’s life gets thrown into disarray when Sophie discovers him in a relationship with a man. Desperate to keep his personal life private, Sam goes to extreme lenghts to avoid his increasingly impressive career being overshadowed by his relationship. As Sam’s success as a footballer grows and public attention intensifies, can he hold onto both his public and private lives?
Don’t miss this fabulous new musical with book, music and lyrics by Kohan van Sambeeck and Maverick Newman.

THE ADDAMS FAMILY
2024-12-05 - 2024-12-14 | Geoffrey McComas Theatre, 1 Morrison Street, Hawthorn, VIC, 3122, Australia
STEP INTO THE DELIGHTFULLY DARK WORLD OF OUR NEWEST PRODUCTION: THE ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL
Snap your fingers and prepare for a spook-tacularly hilarious night at the theater as the eerily enchanting Addams Family invites you into their gloriously ghoulish mansion for an evening of twisted fun and toe-tapping tunes. It’s creepy, it’s kooky, and it’s hitting the Geoffrey McComas Theatre stage like never before!
THE ADDAMS FAMILY features an original story, and it’s every father’s nightmare. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family — a man her parents have never met.
And if that weren’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before — keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s ‘normal’ boyfriend and his parents. A Love Story to Die For (Literally!).

The Gruffalo Canberra
2024-12-06 - 2024-12-07 | Canberra Theatre Centre, Civic Square, London Circuit, Canberra, ACT, 2601, Australia
The Gruffalo Canberra is based on the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler
“A mouse took a stroll through the deep, dark wood…”
Following sold-out performances around the globe, including London’s West End and Broadway, The Gruffalo is coming back to Australia!
Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in this enchanting, musical adaptation of the beloved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
While searching for hazelnuts, Mouse encounters the sly Fox, the quirky old Owl, and the party-loving Snake.
Can Mouse’s tale of the fearsome Gruffalo save him from becoming dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there?
Enjoy songs, laughter, and thrilling fun for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups…at The Gruffalo Canberra.
Tour Dates

NSW
Bathurst 9 August 2024
Goulburn 13 – 14 August 2024
Wollongong 16 August 2024
Newcastle 6 September 2024
Tamworth 9 – 10 September 2024
Belrose 16 – 19 October 2024
Dubbo 24 – 25 October 2024
Port Macquarie 29 – 30 October 2024
Griffith 3 – 4 November 2024
VIC
Wodonga 19 September 2024
Geelong 21 – 22 September 2024
Nunawading 25 September 2024
Warragul 7 – 8 November 2024
Traralgon 9 November 2024
Bairnsdale 11 November 2024
Horsham 15 November 2024
Warrnambool 18 November 2024
Wyndham 21 November 2024

QLD
Ipswich 20 August 2024
Caloundra 23 August 2024
Bundaberg 26 – 27 August 2024
Proserpine 29 – 30 August 2024
Mackay 3 September 2024

ACT
Canberra 6 – 7 December 2024
NT
Darwin 28 – 29 November 2024

Peter Pan
2024-12-06 - 2024-12-14 | Heidelberg Theatre, 36 Turnham Avenue, Rosanna, VIC, 3084, Australia
HTC Youth’s PETER PAN is a new retelling of J.M. Barrie’s Classic, written by Robbie Nicholson & Macsen Lawlor.
Young Wendy awakes one night to find a mysterious visitor in her bedroom: Peter Pan, a magical boy who can fly and make his shadow move by itself.
Together the two escape across the stars to Never Neverland, and what follows is a story of pirates and lost boys, fairies and crocodiles and, most importantly, a story about growing up – the greatest adventure of them all.

Love Actually? The Musical Parody
2024-12-06 - 2024-12-23 | Athenaeum Theatre, 188 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
The Off-Broadway sendup of the iconic romantic comedy and Christmas movie Love Actually, will make its Melbourne debut live on stage this December.
From the writers of Friends! The Musical Parody, comes this hilarious musical that follows nine quirky, questionable couples looking for love across the pond.
Even years after the movie premiere, we still ask ourselves these questions every Christmas – Is love…
Falling for your secretary when you are Prime Minster? Falling for your secretary when you are married to Emma Thompson? Falling for your best friend’s wife and showing up with poster boards?
Whether you love Love Actually or love to hate Love Actually or have never seen Love Actually, you will actually LOVE this musical!
Get ready for awkward meet cutes, over-the-top grand gestures, and lots and lots of love, actually.

Dear Evan Hansen Melbourne
2024-12-13 - 2025-02-16 | Playhouse Arts Centre Melbourne, 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Michael Cassel Group and Sydney Theatre Company join forces for the Australian premiere of DEAR EVAN HANSEN.
Called a “breathtaking knockout of a musical” by The New York Times and the winner of six Tony Awards®️, including Best Book by writer Steven Levenson, DEAR EVAN HANSEN features music from the Grammy and Academy Award-winning geniuses Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (La La Land, The Greatest Showman) and a story that journeys to the heart of the contemporary teenage condition with a tenderness and wit that will set your heart alight.
Socially anxious Evan Hansen is forced to make a decision. Play along with the charade, receiving the attention he’s always craved. Or speak out and risk losing it all. DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the raw, moving and inspiring story of a socially anxious highschooler who is suddenly thrust into the spotlight when he inadvertently invents an important role for himself at the centre of a tragedy.
Intimate and deeply personal, this multi-award winning coming of age tale carries a reputation as one of the most profound stories in contemporary musical theatre, and brilliantly illustrates our desire for authentic human connection in a hyper-connected, digital world.
Now making its Australian premiere with an all-new production design and direction, this radiant Broadway sensation will be delivered with revitalised energy by Sydney Theatre Company and Michael Cassel Group.
An empowering and uplifting experience for anyone who’s ever considered themselves “on the outside, always looking in” .
Tour Dates
Sydney 12 Oct – 24 Nov 2024
Melbourne 13 Dec 2024 – 16 Feb 2025
Canberra 27 Feb – 9 March 2025
Adelaide 3 April – 13 April 2025

Wicked Perth
2024-12-15 - 2025-02-02 | Crown Theatre Perth, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood, WA, 6100, Australia
“Wicked,” the sensational musical, captivates audiences at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne with its spellbinding tale of friendship, courage, and the power of acceptance. Set in the Land of Oz, this enchanting prequel to “The Wizard of Oz” reveals the untold story of the unlikely friendship between the Wicked Witch of the West, Elphaba, and Glinda the Good Witch. Audiences are transported into a world where perceptions are challenged, and the complexities of good and evil are explored in a dazzling display of music, dance, and spectacle.

Christmas Actually
2024-12-18 - 2024-12-21 | Malthouse Theatre, 113 Sturt Street, Southbank, VIC, 3006, Australia
This holiday season, enjoy your favourite festive soundtrack live with four powerhouse vocalists, an incredible band and countless surprises in Christmas Actually, at the Malthouse Theatre from 18 – 21 December.
Christmas Actually has become a much-loved tradition in Brisbane for the past seven years and the creative team behind it are delighted to be bringing the crowd favourite to Melbourne for 2024.
“We are absolutely delighted to bring our smash-hit festive show to Melbourne for the very first time,” said creator Naomi Price. “Since our first performance in Brisbane in 2018, we have had audience members returning every single year! Christmas Actually has become a much-loved Christmas tradition for thousands of people, and we are excited to bring this glorious show to the iconic Malthouse in the heart of Southbank,” said creator Naomi Price.
An all-star cast of Australian music theatre darlings including Naomi Price, Luke Kennedy, Lucy Maunder and Joseph Naim will deliver all the hits from beloved holiday classic Love Actually, wrapped up with bucketloads of comedy and charm.
Relive the magic musical moments from your favourite festive film including hit songs by Mariah Carey, Joni Mitchell, Norah Jones, Eva Cassidy, Kelly Clarkson, The Beach Boys and The Beatles, brought to life by a band of Australia’s top musicians and superstar vocalists.
Bursting with nativity lobsters, cinnamon sticks and endless fun, Christmas Actually is the ultimate silly-season starter.
“It’s difficult to find any flaws in the way this show is constructed and calibrated… This is a show that will bring a lot of joy into people’s lives.” – ★★★★★ Time Out
“A must-see experience for all Love Actually fans and music fans too… A vibrant, fun-filled night.” – ★★★★½ ArtsHub
“This production gets everything right and is truly a perfect Christmas present to give yourself or someone you care about.” – ★★★★½ Limelight
“Christmas Actually takes festivity and humanity to a bright new level… An absolute cracker of a show.” – Sydney Arts Guide

The 3 Little Pigs
2024-12-18 - 2024-12-28 | The National Theatre, 20 Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC, 3182, Australia
The 3 Little Pigs is a 50-minute children’s musical is written by Stiles & Drewe. The Olivier Award winning minds behind Mary Poppins, Honk! and Peter Pan – A Musical Adventure.
“Stiles and Drewe’s The Three Little Pigs Musical” promises an enchanting journey into the beloved fairy tale with a modern twist. Set in a vibrant and whimsical world. The musical follows the adventures of three pig siblings as they embark on a quest to build their own homes. With catchy tunes and witty lyrics by award-winning composers Stiles and Drewe. The production brings to life the timeless story with humour, heart, and plenty of surprises.
Audiences can expect a fresh interpretation of the classic tale. The three little pigs encounter challenges from the notorious Big Bad Wolf. Through their ingenuity, determination, and the power of teamwork, the pigs learn valuable lessons about resilience, friendship, and the importance of staying true to oneself. As the story unfolds, spectators of all ages will be captivated by the colourful characters, imaginative staging. Not to mention the toe-tapping musical numbers that make “The Three Little Pigs Musical” an unforgettable theatrical experience.
With its blend of humour, heart, and toe-tapping tunes, “Stiles and Drewe’s The 3 Little Pigs Musical” is sure to delight audiences of all ages. From its charming characters to its uplifting message, the production promises to be a joyful celebration of creativity, courage, and the power of friendship. Don’t miss this enchanting musical adventure that will leave you humming along and cheering for the three little pigs!

Elf: The Musical
2024-12-19 - 2024-12-29 | Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Everyone’s favourite not-so-little helper is coming to town
Meet Buddy, a young orphan who ends up at the North Pole after crawling into Santa’s gift sack. Raised as an elf, he remains unaware that he is actually a human. Given his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities he must face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy heads to bustling New York City to track down his birth father. He must grapple with having a father on Santa’s naughty list and win over a sceptical younger half-brother who no longer believes in Santa.
Based on the beloved Christmas classic film starring Will Ferrell, Elf: The Musical features songs by Tony Award nominees Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin (Disney’s Aladdin on Broadway, The Wedding Singer). The story comes to life with a book by Tony Award-winners Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone).
This brand-new concert production will bring the holiday magic to the Concert Hall in its Australian premiere. Expect a Christmas extravaganza with a dazzling cast of 16 performers and an on-stage band of 15.
Escape to the North Pole and New York City with your loved ones this December for a show that’s bursting with joy and holiday magic. Don’t miss out on the fun—Elf: the Musical is the ultimate holiday event for friends and family this Christmas at Sydney Opera House.

The Wind in the Willows
2024-12-20 - 2025-01-25 | Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, 100 Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Join Ratty, Mole, Badger, Otter, Portly, and, of course, Mr Toad as they bring Kenneth Grahame’s immortal story of life on the riverbank to the stage
This critically acclaimed outdoor theatre production delivers music, songs, and laughs. There is fun for young and old as the Head Chief Rabbit transforms the audience into rabbits with a waggle of the ears and a wiggle of the nose. The young ‘rabbits’ are encouraged to get involved in the action and are given every opportunity to scream out loud, sing along and become part of the adventure. With laughs and surprises for children and adults, this is interactive theatre at its best.
Celebrating over 35 years in the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne and 20 years in the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, The Wind in the Willows is Australia’s best-loved affordable family entertainment.
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‍Seating
‍This is a picnic seating event, and patrons are welcome to bring any food or drinks that you would like as well as picnic blankets, wet weather gear, and sun protection.
Please note that The Wind in the Willows is an interactive show and will move to different locations throughout the performance.

The Merry Wives of Windsor
2024-12-21 - 2025-01-25 | Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, 100 Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
A lively new outdoor production of The Merry Wives of Windsor is set to grace Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens.
Watch Sir John Falstaff’s outrageous attempts to woo two clever wives, only to find himself the target of their cunning revenge.
With the beautiful backdrop of the Botanic Gardens, this production promises an enchanting evening of outdoor theatre, perfect for Shakespeare lovers and newcomers alike.
Packed with love, jealousy, and laugh-out-loud pranks, this lively tale of mischief and mayhem will leave you smiling. Don’t miss this classic romp in Windsor!

Ozact Theatre Company presents, A Midsummer Night's Dream
2024-12-26 - 2025-01-26 | NSW
Shakespeare’s tale of magic, mischief and love.
Trouble arises in Athens, when young lovers Hermia and Lysander flee to escape Duke Theseus’s justice. In hot pursuit are Demetrius, who is in love with Hermia, and Helena who is in love with Demetrius. Chaos!
In the forest, the lovesick foursome encounters the chaotic fairy Puck whose penchant for mischief goes a little too far! Fairy King, Oberon is unhappy with his fairy Queen, Titania. This contest of wills is just too much for a poor group of amateur actors who fall victim to their magic!
A Midsummer Night’s Dream is one of Shakespeare’s most popular and widely performed plays.
Ozact Theatre Company’s adaptation will bring the play to life in some of Victoria’s most interesting and spectacular locations, all with the help of some of Australia’s greatest performers.
There is a lot to celebrate with this production. We have added extra shows! We will also be performing at a beautiful new location in the Yarra Valley. All while we celebrate our 30th anniversary with you.
Kirks Reservoir, BALLARAT – December 26 & 27
WILLIAMSTOWN Botanic Gardens – January 4 & 5
Cloudehill Gardens, OLINDA – January 11,12, 25, 26
GEELONG Botanic Gardens – January 18 & 19

School of Rock
2024-12-31 - 2025-01-11 | Frankston Arts Centre, 27-37 Davey Street, Frankston, VIC, 3199, Australia
PLOS Musical Productions (Catch Me if You Can, Strictly Ballroom, The Boy From Oz & Chicago) proudly presents School of Rock, the electrifying musical sensation that will Rock Frankston.
This highly anticipated musical promises to deliver an electrifying experience that will have audiences on their feet. Based on the beloved film, School of Rock tells the story of Dewey Finn, a wannabe rock star who poses as a substitute teacher and transforms a class of straight-A students into a rock band. With infectious tunes, energetic performances, and a heart-warming narrative, this production is sure to captivate audiences of all ages.
PLOS ROCKS FRANKSTON!
Based on the Paramount Movie Written by Mike White.
Book by Julian Fellows
Lyrics by Glenn Slater
Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
By arrangement with Origin Theatrical
On behalf of the Rally Useful Group Limited

Bluey's Big Play
2025-01-02 - 2025-01-18 | Theatre Royal, 108 King Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
This is Bluey’s Big Play, For Real Life. When Dad feels like a little bit of Sunday afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag.
Bluey’s Big Play is a brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series, with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and new music by Bluey composer, Joff Bush.
Join the Heelers in their first live theatre show made just for you, featuring brilliantly created puppets, this is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before, brought to real life.
Bluey’s Big Play is presented by BBC Studios and Andrew Kay in association with Windmill Theatre Co.

Six The Musical Brisbane
2025-01-02 - 2025-02-09 | Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Cultural Precinct Cnr Grey & Melbourne Street, QLD, 4101, Australia
The international pop phenomenon SIX the Musical Brisbane is heading to the QPAC Playhouse in January 2025
Following hugely successful, sold-out performances across Australia, the six wives of Henry VIII return to remix history in this dynamic and captivating 80-minute musical.
Watch as the Tudor Queens-turned-Pop-Princesses reimagine and retell 500 years of history in a completely unique way.
For one special night, audiences are invited to purchase tickets to our sing-along performance Sunday 2 February 2025.
Six Australian Tour starts in Melbourne in August 2024 and following Sydney dates continues on to Brisbane in January 2025.

Grease The Musical Brisbane
2025-01-03 - 2025-02-01 | Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Cultural Precinct Cnr Grey & Melbourne Street, QLD, 4101, Australia
It’s the one that you want, Brisbane!
GREASE is back, in an all-new multi-million dollar production, and it promises to be slicker, sexier, and more electrifying than ever before.
It’s one of the world’s most iconic and loved musicals and nothing beats the feeling you get, going back to Rydell High. Danny, Sandy, Kenickie, Rizzo and the whole gang are back to give you a night out, like only GREASE can!
GREASE stars Patti Newton as the much-loved Miss Lynch, Bobby Fox as Vince Fontaine and the incomparable Marcia Hines as Teen Angel.
A medley of unforgettable hits that defined a generation make GREASE the ultimate and original party musical! “Summer Nights”, “Sandy”, “Hopelessly Devoted to You”, “You’re The One That I Want”, “Greased Lightnin’”and “Grease is the Word”. There’s a reason this soundtrack will never go out of style.
GREASE is more than a musical; it’s a joyous celebration that creates an atmosphere in the theatre like nothing else. Get ready to be transported to a world of high school romance, unforgettable music, and pure, unadulterated fun!

The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale Sydney
2025-01-07 - 2025-02-01 | State Theatre, 49 Market St, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Embark on a stunning new journey, as The Lord of the Rings unfolds in a breathtaking and critically acclaimed live stage production to capture hearts and imagination, like never before.
Longtime fans and newcomers alike will be immersed in the world of Middle-earth™, in the company of Hobbits, as J.R.R. Tolkien’s trilogy of books, The Lord of the Rings is brought to life, in an award-winning musical theatre event featuring spectacular world-class theatrics and captivating live music.
The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale stars some of Australia’s most acclaimed musical theatre performers and actor-musicians including Jemma Rix as Galadriel, Ian Stenlake as Saruman, Rob Mallett as Strider and Rarmian Newton as Frodo Baggins.
Touring
Sydney Closes 1 Feb
Perth 19/3 -6/4/2025
Melbourne 26/4 – 8/6/2025
Gold Coast 4/7-20/7/2025

Angus Cameron's Australian Open
2025-01-08 - 2025-01-19 | PIP Theatre, 20 Park Road, Milton, QLD, 4064, Australia
7th Floor Theatre is excited to partner with PIP Theatre to launch its 2025 season with Angus Cameron’s Australian Open. This sharp and fast-paced exploration of wits and open relationships takes centre court at PIP Theatre, Milton, for a limited season.
It’s Felix’s 31st birthday, but all his parents want to talk about over dinner is his boyfriend Lucas’ loss to Rodger Federer. That is until Felix mentions that he and Lucas plan to continue their open relationship even if they decide to get married – a backhand smash that kicks off a debauched game of doubles.
Don’t miss this quirky, contemporary comedy of manners that serves up plenty of laughs and surprises.

Peter and The Starcatcher Adelaide
2025-01-09 - 2025-01-25 | Adelaide Festival Centre, King William Road, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
Peter and The Starcatcher Adelaide reveals the UNTOLD STORY OF NEVERLAND.
This Broadway sensation, a New York Times Critic’s Pick and winner of five Tony Awards®, will enchant Australia in 2024-2025. The production stars Colin Lane (Lano & Woodley), Alison Whyte (Frontline), Paul Capsis (La Cage Aux Folles), Olivia Deeble (Home and Away), and Otis Dhanji (Aquaman).
Originally developed by Disney Theatrical Group and written by Rick Elice (Jersey Boys). The play is based on the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson. Furthermore, it has been reimagined by Dead Puppet Society. Consequently, this eagerly awaited version of Peter and the Starcatcher blurs the lines between reality and fantasy, exploring lands filled with curious creatures.
As a musical prequel to J.M. Barrie’s beloved classic, Peter Pan, Peter and the Starcatcher delves into the backstory of how an orphan boy becomes the iconic Peter Pan. The script is by Rick Elice and music by Wayne Barker. The production merges imaginative storytelling with whimsical music, creating a captivating theatrical experience.
The narrative follows a young orphan, simply called Boy. He meets Molly, a determined girl on a mission to protect a trunk of magical “starstuff” from the villainous pirate, Black Stache. Their journey together unfolds themes of friendship, bravery, and identity. The story culminates in Boy’s transformation finally into Peter Pan.
Renowned for its inventive stagecraft, the play uses minimalistic props and also the physicality of its actors to bring fantastical elements to life. This innovative approach, combined with a witty and poignant script, has made Peter and the Starcatcher a favourite among audiences. The show has earned multiple Tony Awards and critical acclaim for its creativity and heart.
Peter and the Starcatcher Adelaide opens 9 January, 2025.
Tour Dates
Canberra 15 Oct – 3 Nov
Melbourne 8-30 Nov
Adelaide 9 Jan – 25 Jan 2025
Sydney 31 Jan- 16 Feb
Brisbane 14 Mar- 6 Apr 2025

Almost There: Songs that almost made it to the Mouse
2025-01-15 - 2025-01-18 | The Motley Bauhaus, Carlton, 118 Elgin St, Carlton, VIC, Australia
Step into a magical world of Disney like you’ve never heard before. Almost There: Songs that almost made it to the Mouse is a unique concert celebrating the songs that didn’t make it into Disney’s most beloved animated films.
Join Stacey-Louise Camilleri, Rebecca Symonds, and Stephen McMahon as they perform enchanting pieces originally composed for films like The Little Mermaid, Frozen, and Pinocchio, before iconic tracks like “Poor Unfortunate Souls,” “For the First Time in Forever,” and “When You Wish Upon a Star” took their place.
Accompanied by the exquisite talents of Geoffrey Scarlett on piano and a lush string ensemble, this concert promises an evening of nostalgia, discovery, and Disney magic that never made it to the big screen.

The Twits
2025-01-16 - 2025-01-25 | The Comedy Theatre, 240 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
You won’t believe your (glass) eyes!
Roald Dahl’s gruesome twosome The Twits arrives at the Comedy Theatre this January after a sold out seasons around the country to delight and disgust, in equal measure.
Mr and Mrs Twit are the nastiest couple you could ever hope (not) to meet – both on a quest to be meaner than the other – but, who will outwit the Twits? Full of trickery and wickedly-funny pranks, this infamous pair ultimately highlight the need to treat others with love and care and spreading positivity is far more enjoyable.
Packed with Dahlicious mischief, hilarious mayhem and humongous belly laughs, The Twits is unmissable theatre for all ages, from the team that brought us the sold out season of Fantastic Mr Fox, George’s Marvelous Medicine and Revolting Rhymes & Dirty Beasts.
You’ve read the book – now get to the theatre and experience this family classic from the wacky mind of the world’s No. 1 Storyteller live on stage.

Billy Elliot The Musical
2025-01-17 - 2025-02-02 | Geelong Arts Centre, 50 Little Malop Street, Geelong, VIC, 3020, Australia
Multi-award winning production Billy Elliot is being staged in Geelong for the first time ever in January 2025!
Millions of fans, thousands of standing ovations, ten Tony Awards including Best Musical…. This is Billy Elliot, the spectacular show with heart, humour and passion – an astonishing theatrical experience that will stay with you forever.
Set in a northern English mining town against the background of the 1984 miners’ strike, Billy Elliot is the inspirational story of a young boy’s struggle against the odds to make his dream come true.
Follow Billy’s journey as he stumbles out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class, where he discovers a passion for dance that inspires his family and community… and changes his life forever.

Penn & Teller
2025-01-21 - 2025-01-26 | Arts Centre Melbourne, 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC, 3004, Australia
Get ready to have your mind completely blown again! After a sellout season in 2022, the world’s most legendary magicians are returning to Melbourne with their brand-new show.
From humble beginnings nearly 50 years ago to the longest-running resident headline acts in Las Vegas history, magic’s legendary duo, Penn and Teller, continue to defy labels and physics by redefining the genre of magic and inventing their own niche in comedy.
Together, their live show strikes the perfect balance between unconventional magic and trickery, and outlandish comedy. Blink and you’ll miss their mind-bending illusions and clever sleight of hand with outrageous humour and delightful mishaps.
Twice named “Magicians of the Year” by the Academy of Magical Arts, they offer five-decades of showmanship. The pair have sold out tours around the world, written and directed shows on Broadway and the West End, and starred in their hit TV Series Penn & Teller: Fool Us.
The dynamic duo have Emmy®️ winning TV specials and made hundreds of appearances on everything including Fallon, Friends and The Simpsons. Their illustrious career has earned them a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. This year, they were named the 2024 Masters Fellowship recipients, the highest honour the Academy of Magical Arts bestows.
Step into their incomparable world of magic and experience the masterful magicians you love performing brand new tricks.
Celebrate summer with a trick or two.
Penn & Teller are on at Hamer Hall until 26th January. Then they move to the Concert Hall at QPAC in Brisbane from 31st January until 7th February, 2025.

37 by Nathan Maynard
2025-01-24 - 2025-02-22 | Southbank Theatre, 140 Southbank Boulevard, Southbank, VIC, 3006, Australia
Lace up your boots! Whether you’re a footy fanatic or not, the Cutting Cove boys are back.
The laugh-out-loud hit of Melbourne Theatre Company’s Season 2024 returns after winning the hearts of critics and audiences alike.
The local footy team of this small coastal town has spent too long at the bottom of the ladder. But then a new hope arrives: the Marngrook cousins. Named after the Aboriginal game that inspired AFL, they’re match-fit to bring home the team’s first flag in forever. 37 juxtaposes choreographed sequences of Marngrook and the modern game with the hilarity and at-times questionable banter found within sporting clubs around Australia.
Set within the era of Adam Goodes’s war cry – and named for the number he immortalised – 37 asks ten actors to throw themselves into this world of blood and grit to get at the values that drive a national obsession. Community, identity, the price of winning and the meaning of a goal: they’re all up for grabs.
Penned by Nathan Maynard – twice named Tasmanian Aboriginal Artist of the Year – and directed by Isaac Drandic (The Birthday Party, ABC’s Cleverman), 37 is a reminder that honest conversations are more than a ball toss. It matters where you stand.
