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Anastasia Perth
2026-03-03 - 2026-03-15 | Crown Theatre Perth, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood, WA, 6100, Australia
ANASTASIA The Broadway Musical, the romantic and adventure-filled hit musical inspired by the beloved film, is coming to Australia for the first time!
This dazzling production, by the Tony Award winning team Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty, Lynn Ahrens and Darko Tresnjak, transports you from the twilight years of the Imperial rule to the euphoria of 1920s Paris. ANASTASIA follows a brave young woman on a journey to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by an army officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love, and family.
With much-loved songs like Journey to the Past and Once Upon a December, ANASTASIA has captivated audiences around the world—hailed as “A MONSTER HIT!” by The New York Times and “Irresistible!” by Variety.
ANASTASIA is recommended for ages 8yrs and older. All persons under 16yrs must be accompanied and sit alongside the accompanying adult.
NATIONAL TOUR
20 Dec 2025 – 11 Jan 2026 Melbourne Regent Theatre
3-15 March 2026 Perth Crown Theatre
7 Apr – 10 May 2026 Sydney Lyric Theatre

A Midsummer Night's Dream STAG
2026-03-12 - 2026-03-21 | Strathmore Theatrical Arts Group, 50 Loeman Street, Strathmore, VIC, 3041, Australia
A Midsummer Night’s Dream is one of Shakespeare’s most loved plays. It blends four Athenian lovers, fairies, and amateur actors, into a magical night where confusion reigns, love potions go awry in an enchanted forest, and mismatched pairs fall in and out of love. “The course of true love never did run smooth”. After mistaken identities, donkey-headed transformations, and comical chaos the topsy-turvy world right’s itself and love conquers all.

Anastasia Sydney
2026-04-07 - 2026-05-10 | Sydney Lyric Theatre, 55 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont, NSW, 2009, Australia

Theatrical Symphony
2026-04-10 - 2026-04-12 | The National Theatre, 20 Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC, 3182, Australia
Theatrical Symphony transforms the magic of musical theatre into an unforgettable concert, powered by the energy and colour of a full symphony orchestra.
It’s an evening where the power of live orchestration meets the emotion of the stage, creating a show unlike anything you’ve seen before.
A night of live melody, emotion and drama
It is a night where sweeping ballads meet toe tapping numbers, heartfelt anthems mix with funky modern beats, and classic show tunes sparkle with fresh new power.
Theatrical Symphony celebrates much of what people love about musicals, with big emotions, humour, and the kind of melodies that stay with you long after the curtain comes down.
From old school favourites filled with charm to bold contemporary hits with plenty of punch, the music covers the full spectrum of the theatre experience.

Steel Magnolias Brisbane
2026-04-30 - 2026-05-10 | Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Cultural Precinct Cnr Grey & Melbourne Street, QLD, 4101, Australia
The iconic story that made us laugh, cry, and fall in love with six extraordinary women is back – live on stage in a dazzling new Australian production.
Written by Robert Harling, the timeless tale of Steel Magnolias comes alive under the direction of Lee Lewis and a cast of six powerhouse actors.
Step inside Truvy’s beauty salon, the heart of a small Southern town, where local women share their joys, struggles and a little neighbourly gossip. From weddings and babies to divorces and funerals, they face life’s highs and lows with humour, courage and impeccably styled hair. When tragedy strikes, it’s in these familiar walls that they find comfort, support and the unbreakable bonds of friendship that carry them through.
Bursting with sass, warmth and Southern charm, Steel Magnolias delivers laughter, love and unforgettable heart.

Waitress Melbourne
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-31 | Her Majesty’s Theatre, 219 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
If only life were as easy as pie…
Broadway’s smash-hit musical WAITRESS is baking its way to Melbourne for the very first time! Inspired by Adrienne Shelly’s beloved film and brought to life by a trailblazing creative team, including a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson, an original, uplifting score by Grammy® winner Sara Bareilles (Love Song, Brave) and direction by Tony® winner Diane Paulus, WAITRESS is the irresistible Broadway hit about resilience, friendship and hope that has captured hearts worldwide.
This heartwarming and empowering musical tells the story of Jenna, a small-town waitress and expert pie maker who longs to escape her rocky marriage and start again.​When a baking contest, an unexpected new romance and the support of her fellow waitresses offer her a taste of change, Jenna discovers that the secret ingredient to happiness might be closer than she ever imagined.
Sweet, sassy and soul-stirring, WAITRESS is “a little slice of heaven” (Entertainment Weekly) and “made from the finest ingredients” (Time Out). It’s a feel-good celebration of second chances, and the magic of a well-made pie.

Steel Magnolias Sydney
2026-05-13 - 2026-05-30 | Theatre Royal, 108 King Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia

Steel Magnolias Canberra
2026-06-17 - 2026-06-21 | Canberra Theatre Centre, Civic Square, London Circuit, Canberra, ACT, 2601, Australia
The beloved film live on stage
The iconic story that made us laugh, cry, and fall in love with six extraordinary women is back — live on stage in a dazzling new Australian production. Written by Robert Harling, the timeless tale of STEEL MAGNOLIAS comes alive under the direction of Lee Lewis and a cast of six powerhouse actors.
Step inside Truvy’s beauty salon, the heart of a small Southern town, where local women share their joys, struggles and a little neighbourly gossip. From weddings and babies to divorces and funerals, they face life’s highs and lows with humour, courage and impeccably styled hair. When tragedy strikes, it’s in these familiar walls that they find comfort, support and the unbreakable bonds of friendship that carry them through.
Bursting with sass, warmth and Southern charm, STEEL MAGNOLIAS delivers laughter, love and unforgettable heart.

Pride And Prejudice* (*sort of)
2026-06-18 - 2026-07-11 | Athenaeum Theatre, 188 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
The five-star musical comedy sensation, PRIDE AND PREJUDICE* (*sort of), is finally heading Down Under.
Neil Gooding Productions and Woodward Productions Present
by arrangement with David Pugh Limited
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE* (*sort of)
BY
Isobel McArthur after Jane Austen
Direct from its triumph in the West End where it won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story. Men, money and microphones will be fought over in this irreverent but affectionate adaptation where the stakes couldn’t be higher when it comes to romance.
This “smart, laugh out loud funny” (Daily Telegraph) show features a string of pop classics including ‘Young Hearts Run Free’, ‘Will You Love Me Tomorrow’ and ‘You’re So Vain’.
Coming to Australia for the first time, five fearless women bring Austen’s world of love, class and chaos to life with heart, humour and unstoppable energy in this modern take on one of the world’s most adapted pieces of literature.

Pride And Prejudice* (*sort of) Melbourne
2026-06-18 - 2026-07-12 | Athenaeum Theatre, 188 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
The five-star musical comedy sensation, PRIDE AND PREJUDICE* (*sort of), is finally heading Down Under.
Neil Gooding Productions and Woodward Productions Present
by arrangement with David Pugh Limited
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE* (*sort of)
BY
Isobel McArthur after Jane Austen
Direct from its triumph in the West End where it won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story. Men, money and microphones will be fought over in this irreverent but affectionate adaptation where the stakes couldn’t be higher when it comes to romance.
This “smart, laugh out loud funny” (Daily Telegraph) show features a string of pop classics including ‘Young Hearts Run Free’, ‘Will You Love Me Tomorrow’ and ‘You’re So Vain’.
Coming to Australia for the first time, five fearless women bring Austen’s world of love, class and chaos to life with heart, humour and unstoppable energy in this modern take on one of the world’s most adapted pieces of literature

Steel Magnolias Perth
2026-07-07 - 2026-07-18 | His Majesty’s Theatre, 827-905 Hay St, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
The beloved film live on stage.
The iconic story that made us laugh, cry, and fall in love with six extraordinary women is back — live on stage in a dazzling new Australian production. Written by Robert Harling, the timeless tale of STEEL MAGNOLIAS comes alive under the direction of Lee Lewis and a cast of six powerhouse actors.
Step inside Truvy’s beauty salon, the heart of a small southern town, where local women share their joys, struggles and a little neighbourly gossip. From weddings and babies to divorces and funerals, they face life’s highs and lows with humour, courage and impeccably styled hair. When tragedy strikes, it’s in these familiar walls that they find comfort, support and the unbreakable bonds of friendship that carry them through.
Bursting with sass, warmth and Southern charm, STEEL MAGNOLIAS delivers laughter, love and unforgettable heart.

Pride And Prejudice* (*sort of) Sydney
2026-07-16 - 2026-08-30 | Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
The five star West End sensation
Songs, silliness and sensibility.
Following its London triumph, where it won the Olivier Award for Best Comedy, Pride and Prejudice (sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story. Men, money and microphones will be fought over in this irreverent but affectionate adaptation where the stakes couldn’t be higher when it comes to romance.
This “smart, laugh out loud funny” (Daily Telegraph) show features a string of pop classics includingYoung Hearts Run Free, Will You Love Me Tomorrow and You’re So Vain.
Coming to Sydney for the first time, five fearless women bring Austen’s world of love, class and chaos to life. With heart, humour and unstoppable energy, they deliver a modern twist on one of the world’s most loved classics.

Steel Magnolias Melbourne
2026-07-23 - 2026-08-09 | Athenaeum Theatre, 188 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia

Waitress Sydney
2026-08-01 - 2026-09-20 | Sydney Lyric Theatre, 55 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont, NSW, 2009, Australia
If only life were as easy as pie…
Broadway’s smash-hit musical WAITRESS is baking its way to Australia for the very first time! Inspired by Adrienne Shelly’s beloved film and brought to life by a trailblazing creative team, including a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson, an original, uplifting score by Grammy® winner Sara Bareilles (Love Song, Brave) and direction by Tony® winner Diane Paulus, WAITRESS is the irresistible Broadway hit about resilience, friendship and hope that has captured hearts worldwide.
This heartwarming and empowering musical tells the story of Jenna, a small-town waitress and expert pie maker who longs to escape her rocky marriage and start again. When a baking contest, an unexpected new romance and the support of her fellow waitresses offer her a taste of change, Jenna discovers that the secret ingredient to happiness might be closer than she ever imagined.
Sweet, sassy and soul-stirring, WAITRESS is “a little slice of heaven” (Entertainment Weekly) and “made from the finest ingredients” (Time Out). It’s a feel-good celebration of second chances, and the magic of a well-made pie.
