His Majesty's Theatre, Perth

We are joining buildings and monuments all over the world today by lighting up green as part of Light Up for Mito! This global campaign aims to raise awareness of mitochondrial disease (mito). Mito is a genetic condition that robs the body’s cells of energy and can be fatal.

Just announced: Kate Miller-Heidke is bringing The Telling Tales Tour to His Majesty's Theatre next March!

An award-winning singer-songwriter, Kate blends pop, folk, opera, and musical theatre, captivating audiences across iconic stages like Coachella, the New York Metropolitan Opera, Eurovision, and even Broome’s Roebuck Bay Hotel. But The Telling Tales Tour offers something different—an intimate evening of storytelling through song.

With her signature wit and emotion, Kate weaves stories of love, loss, joy, and the surreal moments of life, brought to life in her unmistakable voice. Accompanied by long-time collaborator Keir Nuttall, this special performance is a rare chance to experience her artistry up close.

Subscribe to the His Majesty's Theatre newsletter by 10am tomorrow, 18 September for exclusive access to the pre-sale: https://www.artsculturetrust.wa.gov.au/about-us/subscribe

Have a browse through the exciting events we have coming up at The Maj. ✨

Rest in peace, James Earl Jones.

One of the most beloved and distinguished actors of our time – he will be remembered for being the voice of Star Wars villain – Darth Vader and King Mufasa in Disney’s The Lion King, among his many career highlights both on the screen and on the stage.

He is pictured here with fellow actors Angela Lansbury and Boyd Gaines at His Majesty's Theatre for Driving Miss Daisy in 2013 - his incredible talent will be forever remembered.

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How we recommend making the most out of our balconies on show night:

1. Get here early to enjoy Perth's cityscape at golden hour. ☀️
2. Order interval drinks before the show starts (so you can get some fresh air and make the most of the break between acts). 🍸
3. Enjoy a post-show bev and a yarn - did you have the same favourite/worst moments from the show? 🎭
4. Tag us in your balcony pics - we love to see you lighting them up. 📷

The balconies are for you - we hope you enjoy them!

A joy celebrating some of most loyal patrons for our 120th Anniversary. ❤

As part of His Majesty's Theatre, Perth's 120th Anniversary, we are celebrating some of our most dedicated patrons. These are patrons who have attended the most shows or purchased the most tickets to events at The Maj over the years.

At various shows this year, these patrons were presented with a pack that included a ‘gold ticket’ – redeemable for two tickets to a performance at the venue, a limited-edition His Majesty’s Theatre 120-year keep cup, drink vouchers for two beverages and a hand-written thank you note.

Venue Operations Manager Alex Lehmann presented Bernard Mearns with his gift pack at Rusalka last month. Bernard is one of The Maj’s most prolific and valued attendees – well loved by our Front of House and Box Office staff; in 2024 alone, Bernard has purchased tickets to 11 shows at The Maj and to 30 shows across all ACT venues!

Bernard was also treated to an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the theatre, giving him a sneak peek of the set and back-stage area.

Other recipients of a loyalty pack this year included Paula Hanson, Alida Reitzenstein, Megan Dodsworth, Roderick Allen and Yannis Vrodos.

Our audiences are the heart and soul of our venues - we can’t wait to celebrate more of them throughout this significant year.

The Arts and Culture Trust (ACT) is delighted to announce that expressions of interest for its Community Partner Program are now open. This initiative is designed to empower not-for-profit organisations across Western Australia by providing them with the resources and support they need to amplify their impact within local communities.

The Community Partner Program offers a diverse range of benefits, including access to raised funds, in-kind donations, resource sharing, and venue usage, all specifically tailored to help community partners flourish and achieve their missions.

ACT is actively seeking expressions of interest from organisations whose goals align with its own, fostering collaboration and mutual growth for a stronger, more vibrant community.

Submissions will be accepted until 30 September 2024, with successful applicants beginning their partnerships on 1 November 2024.

For more information and to apply, please visit www.artsculturetrust.wa.gov.au/about-us/community-partner-program/

Up next at The Maj. ❤️

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to walk on the His Majesty’s Theatre stage? Curious about who brings the curtain up when the lights go down? (...Have you heard about the His Majesty’s Theatre ghost? 👀)

Go behind the curtain and step into the backstage world of our 120-year-old theatre in one of our BTS tours!

🎟️ Wednesday, 7 August at 1 pm
🎟️ Tuesday, 13 August at 1 pm

Petrina returns with Babs' most popular songs from stage and screen! Enjoy 'People', 'The Way We Were', 'Evergreen' & more!

Let AKANNA Entertainment's Petrina Bishop whisk you away to another time in 'Barbra Streisand: The Way We Were', with her vocal radiance as she performs some of the greats from the musical beauty we all know and love.

2 August | Downstairs At The Maj

to West Australian Opera soprano Elena Perroni serenading us on our balconies during last year’s Heritage Day.

You can catch Elena starring in the season of ‘Rusalka’ opening at The Maj this Thursday.

Enjoy a drink on these gorgeous balconies before the show and preorder interval drinks to skip the queue. 🍸

★★★★★ “The Sisters of Invention were sassy, unapologetic and incredibly talented and at the end of their hour… You were left feeling more empowered than ever before.” - Adelaide Theatre Guide Review

Adelaide’s bold and brilliant Sisters of Invention are bringing their smash-hit cabaret show You Ready For This? to Perth for the first time.

19 - 20 June | Perth International Cabaret Festival

His Majesty's Theatre will be lit up tonight in the colour purple in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

Elder abuse affects 1 in 6 older Western Australians and may involve many different forms of abuse.

From 10 – 15 June, Western Australians are encouraged to Wise Up and Rise Up against all forms of abuse against older people in our community.

To learn more about World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and how to recognise the signs and what support is available visit communities.wa.gov.au/ElderAbuse

“A star performance.” – Daily Mail

“A gift from the heavens.” – Baz Luhrmann

“A performance of a lifetime.” – Musical Stages

International musical theatre star and Australia’s own entertainment legend Caroline O'Connor brings to Perth her World Premiere performance 'My Musical Life'.

The Helpmann Award winner and Olivier Award nominee will belt out songs from Chicago, West Side Story, Funny Girl, Sweeney Todd, Follies, Mack and Mabel, Anastasia, Anything Goes, Man of La Mancha, The Boy from Oz, Moulin Rouge and many more.

14 June | Perth International Cabaret Festival

Projections celebrating The Maj 20 years apart.

Image 1: 100 Year Anniversay, 2004
Image 2: 120 Year Anniversay, 2024

What do we think our 150 Year Anniversay will look like...

Explore the second half of the .int.cabaret.festival program, the fun begins next week 🤩

1 - Dark Ritual | Carla Lippis | 21 – 22 June
2 – Cole Porter After Dark | Mark Nadler | 20 – 21 June
3 - Leave it to the Keeper: The Songs My Fathers Taught Me | Brendan Hanson | 20 - 22 June
4 - Simply Brill: The Teens Who Stole 60's Rock n Roll | Amelia Ryan, Michaela Burger & Michael Griffiths | 21 June
5 - Still Swingin' | Tom Burlinson | 21 June
6 – Transcendent | Mama Alto | 22 June
7 - The Kaya (Hello/Yes!) Choir | Gina Williams & Guy Ghouse | 23 June
8 - Closing Night Gala | The Perth Cab Fest house band | 22 June

We are so excited for Perth International Cabaret Festival to takeover The Maj with 10 nights of world class cabaret in just under two weeks!

Explore the first half of the program ✨