Theatre Matters

Little Women by Joshua Robson Productions is now playing at the Hayes Theatre Co in Sydney's Potts Point.

"... all embody their characters so wholly, it’s as though they were plucked from the pages of Alcott’s novel."

Read our full review here:

Little Women - Theatre Matters Theatre Matters review of Little Women at the Hayes Theatre in Sydney.

The cast of Bonnie Lythgoe's production of Snow White have been announced.

Snow White cast announced - Theatre Matters Bonnie Lythgoe has announced the wonderful cast assembled to bring SNOW WHITE to Riverside Theatres for an exclusive Sydney season in September 2024

New Melbourne theatre company AG Theatre launches with Stiles & Drewe’s The Three Little Pigs, as well as new productions of Avenue Q and Once.

AG Theatre announces three musicals for Melbourne - Theatre Matters New Melbourne theatre company AG Theatre launches with Stiles & Drewe’s The Three Little Pigs and new productions of Avenue Q and Once.

Elegies by Clovelly Fox at fortyfivedownstairs is wowing critics and audiences, with just a handful of tickets remaining and some shows sold out! Don't miss this stunning work of theatre - finishes this weekend.

"It’s a stellar debut production for Clovelly Fox productions and Director, Tyran Parke, beloved veteran of the musical stage. His reverence and insight for the form has generated an absolutely stunning testament to the power of musical storytelling."

Elegies is playing at fortyfivedownstairs until July 21st. Don't miss it!

Read the full review here:

Elegies - Theatre Matters Let us hope that under Tyran Parke’s sensitive, skilful eye Clovelly Fox productions will continue to provide local audiences with the kind of stark, characterful musical theatre that we don’t see nearly enough of.

"Unmissable theatre"

Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf is now playing at the Comedy Theatre in Melbourne's East End Theatre District

Who’s afraid of Virginia Woolf - Theatre Matters Albee’s writing is an absolute dream for actors, combining arch, cutting dialogue with fiery anger and disgust at the mendacity of post WW2 America and deep mourning for the impact it has on the lives caught within it.

Michael Paynter, Javon King and Mahalia Barnes to headline the cast of Jesus Christ Superstar with seasons in Perth and Melbourne to follow after Sydney.

LEAD CAST ANNOUNCED FOR JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR - Theatre Matters Michael Paynter, Javon King and Mahalia Barnes will headline the new Australian production of Jesus Christ Superstar.

Beauty and the Beast Musical Australia is now playing at Her Majesty's Theatre Melbourne in East End Theatre District.

Read our full review here: https://theatrematters.com.au/Reviews/beauty-and-the-beast-melbourne/

Annie returns to Sydney in 2025

We’re thrilled to announce the beloved tale of Annie will be playing at the Capitol Theatre from March 2025!

Annie has been capturing the hearts of theatregoers around the globe for generations. And now the legendary, joyous and inspiring production returns to the Australian stage.

It’s one of the most awarded and loved musicals of all time. With its iconic score, featuring classics like It’s the Hard-Knock Life, Tomorrow, Easy Street and N.Y.C, Annie is truly a timeless masterpiece.

Sign up to Capitol Club to be amongst the first to access tickets: www.capitoltheatre.com.au/subscribe

Rehearsals have commenced for In The Heights at the Sydney Opera House, with the full cast announced.

Rehearsals commence for In The Heights - Theatre Matters Rehearsals have commenced for Lin-Manuel Miranda’s In The Heights, at the Sydney Opera House, with the full cast announced.

Ainsley Melham will take over the role of Fiyero for the remainder of the Melbourne season of Wicked The Musical Australia at the Regent Theatre while Liam Head recovers from a knee injury.

https://theatrematters.com.au/news/ainsley-melham-fiyero/

Following an exhaustive national search, Sydney Theatre Company and Michael Cassel Group are thrilled to reveal the spectacular array of Australian theatre icons and dazzling newcomers who will star in the Australian premiere of Dear Evan Hansen Australia premiering at STC’s Roslyn Packer Theatre from October 12.

And, following incredible audience demand since the Sydney season was announced, the producers can now reveal the production will also tour nationally, with seasons announced for Melbourne, Canberra and Adelaide.

https://theatrematters.com.au/news/dear-evan-hansen-cast-announced/

Victorian Opera will present their latest production, English Eccentrics, as part of the ongoing VO Emerges series this July, shining the spotlight on our rising stars as they take to the stage in the lively 1964 chamber opera written by esteemed Australian composer, Malcolm Williamson AO CBE.

Victorian Opera’s English Eccentrics shines a light on opera’s rising stars - Theatre Matters Victorian Opera will present their latest production, English Eccentrics as part of the ongoing VO Emerges series this July,

Wicked The Musical Australia is joining National Pink Day on Sunday 23rd June.

Audiences at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne's East End Theatre District are invited to dress up in pink, at both performances on Sunday, for a chance to win prizes.

Click the link for more details:

WICKED CELEBRATES PINK DAY THIS SUNDAY 23 JUNE - Theatre Matters WICKED is joining National Pink Day on Sunday 23rd June. Audiences are invited to dress up in pink for a chance to win prizes.

Thinking of everyone involved. Let's hope they can find a solution soon.

As of 17 June 2024, the Directors resolved to place Darlinghurst Theatre Limited (“Company”) into Voluntary Administration.

Jonathon Keenan and Peter Krejci of BRI Ferrier have been appointed Joint & Several Administrators of the Company. Given the Company’s financial position, all trading has been suspended and no events will go forward until further notice.

Administrators are exploring all options to save or restructure the business. If any parties are interested in assisting with that recapitalisation and restructuring process, they should contact the Administrator’s office urgently.

Ticketholders should explore options to recover their funds via a “chargeback” through their credit card provider.

The Administrators will be issuing more communication to all creditors and stakeholders in the coming days.

For any enquiries about the Administration please contact Frane Babic on 02 8263 2333 or [email protected].

We appreciate your support and understanding during this challenging time.

"... a production that could rival those on Broadway with its tight aesthetic and rocking musical numbers this is one not to be missed!"

Elvis: A Musical Revolution is now playing at the Home of the Arts on the Gold Coast.

Elvis A Musical Revolution - Theatre Matters Theatre Matters review of the opening night of Elvis A Musical Revolution at HOTA on the Gold Coast.

Paulini will be joining the cast of Grease The Musical for the Adelaide season in September, with Patti Newton and Jay Laga'aia also confirmed to reprise their roles.

Paulini joins Grease in Adelaide - Theatre Matters Patti Newton, Jay Laga'aia and Paulini are all confirmed to appear in the Adelaide season of Grease the Musical.

The final cast members have been unveiled for Sister Act The Musical AustraliaSister Act, including Sophie Montague, Bianca Bruce, Raphael Wong and James Bryers.

They will be joining Australian musical theatre royalty in Casey Donovan, Genevieve Lemon and Rhonda Burchmore in the most heavenly of musicals, premiering in Sydney in August.

Read the full cast list here:

Full cast of Sister Act announced - Theatre Matters Final cast members have been announced for the Australian premiere of Sister Act, joining Casey Donovan, Genevieve Lemon and Rhonda Burchmore

Kerrie Anne Greenland, Marty Alix, Anton Berezin and Glenn Hill join Nadine Garner in Clovelly Fox's production of Elegies - A Song Cycle at fortyfivedownstairs
from July 10th to 21st

ELEGIES A SONG CYCLE full cast announced - Theatre Matters Kerrie Anne Greenland, Glenn Hill, Marty Alix and Anton Berezin join Nadine Garner in Elegies - A Song Cycle.

Know someone suitable?

Audition submissions for Come From Away are open until this Friday 💛
We are especially interested in submissions from members of the BIPOC community who are interested in the roles of Hannah and Bob.
You can find out more a book your audition via the link in our bio.
If you have any questions please feel free to send us a message or you can call our audition hotline on 0493 985 396.

In case you missed it - there's an open audition call for the Australian premiere of Hadestown The Underground Australia

Do you have what they're looking for?

https://hadestown.com.au/opencall/

Seen by three million, streamed by over 350 million and adored by fans all around the world, singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell’s acclaimed West End and Broadway musical phenomenon Hadestown will make its Australian premiere at Theatre Royal Sydney in February 2025. The Underground Australia

Hadestown to premiere in Sydney - Theatre Matters Anaïs Mitchell’s acclaimed West End and Broadway musical phenomenon Hadestown will make its Australian premiere at Theatre Royal Sydney in February 2025.

Chicago The Musical Australia arrives in Sydney this week for a strictly limited season at the Capitol Theatre following critical acclaim and capacity audiences in Perth, Brisbane and Melbourne.

https://theatrematters.com.au/news/chicago-arrives-in-sydney/

Congratulations to the cast of Peter and the Starcatcher!

An all-Australian star cast will bring the 5-time Tony Award-winning Peter and the Starcatcher to life for the very first time in a reimagined Australian production. The Broadway smash hit will premiere October 2024 at Canberra Theatre Centre, ahead of a national tour.

https://theatrematters.com.au/news/cast-peter-starcatcher/

Zoy Frangos takes to the stage at Chapel Off Chapel as Elvis in SUN RISE THE STORY OF THE KING OF ROCK ‘N’ ROLL - Saturday 15th June.

Sun Rise, The Story Of The King Of Rock ‘N’ Roll - Theatre Matters Chapel Off Chapel is proud to present Sun Rise, The Story Of The King Of Rock ‘N’ Roll, starring Zoy Frangos.

"... a wildly entertaining and well-executed production, jam-packed with amusing episodes."

Ride The Cyclone is now playing at the Hayes Theatre Co in Sydney.

Ride The Cyclone - Theatre Matters Theatre Matters review of the opening night of Ride The Cyclone at the Hayes Theatre in Sydney's Potts Point.

Win a double pass to Reclaim the Crone at Explosives Factory in St Kilda.

Win a double pass to Reclaim the Crone - Theatre Matters Win one of 2 double passes to Reclaim the Crone, for the 7:30pm show on Wednesday the 17th of July at the Explosives Factory in St Kilda. To be in the running, please email your response to the below and name to: [email protected] Who is the ultimate Crone? ————————.....

Elvis: A Musical Revolution is heading to the Gold Coast.

Elvis heads to the Gold Coast - Theatre Matters Award-winning Elvis: A Musical Revolution will open exclusively at Gold Coast’s HOTA, Home of the Arts on 15 June.