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MSO to Pay Tribute to Icon George Michael In December
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 3, 2023

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) and a roll call of some of the most exciting voices in the country will perform a George Michael tribute concert, George Michael: Freedom!, to celebrate and honour one of the greatest pop icons of a generation at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl this summer on Saturday 9 December.

REVIEW: Gothic Thriller JEKYLL AND HYDE THE MUSICAL Is Given A Makeover For Its Australian Professional Production Premiere
by Jade Kops - Aug 4, 2022

Sydney finally receives a fully staged professional production of JEKYLL AND HYDE THE MUSICAL, the musical theatre interpretation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s famous novella.  Under Hayden Tee’s direction the gothic exploration of the duality of human behavior is given a 20th century update with a significant change of setting from the Victorian England to a post WWII military hospital. 

Rehearsals Underway For Hayes Theatre Co's JEKYLL AND HYDE
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2022

The battle between good and evil has commenced, with rehearsals starting this week for the upcoming Australian professional production premiere of Jekyll and Hyde produced by Hayes Theatre Co. The enthralling and chilling tale is being brought to life by an energetic and talented cast of 13 who have come together in preparation for their first performance on 29 July at the intimate Hayes Theatre.

L'Hôtel: The Immersive World Of French Intrigue Comes To Sydney
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2022

L'Hôtel, the immersive theatrical experience featuring the crème de la crème of performers from cabaret, burlesque, aerial and circus, will have its Sydney premiere season in the Opera House's Studio from 12 October to 13 November 2022.

New Cast Members Announced For JEKYLL AND HYDE at Hayes Theatre Co.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2022

Hayes Theatre Co has announced the full cast of the upcoming Australian professional premiere of Jekyll and Hyde at the Hayes Theatre from 29 June.

JEKYLL AND HYDE Comes to Hayes Theatre Co in July
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2022

Hayes Theatre Co will present Jekyll & Hyde later this year. Directed by globally renowned performer Hayden Tee, and brought to life by a cast of 14 actors and actor/musicians, this epic struggle between good and evil will have its Australian professional premiere production at Hayes Theatre Co from 29 July with tickets on sale now.

BWW Review: THE VARIETY GALA �" ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL 2021 at Adelaide Festival Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - Jun 12, 2021

The Variety Gala marks the beginning of another Cabaret Festival.

BWW REVIEW: THE RISE AND FALL OF SAINT GEORGE Is A Musical Account Of Australia's Modern History Of The Road To Marriage Equality & The Resilience Of The Queer Community
by Jade Kops - Jan 16, 2021

Inspired by the ‘life’ of the famous street artwork “Saint George”, THE RISE AND FALL OF SAINT GEORGE captures the heart and soul of the Queer community as it grappled with the destructive forces that were magnified when the right for same sex marriage was put to the public vote in 2017.

Adelaide Cabaret Festival 2021 Announces First Six Shows
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2020

The first tease of next year's Adelaide Cabaret Festival is being revealed today, with six shows announced including the world premiere of Alan Cumming's brand-new show, Alan Cumming Is Not Acting His Age.

BWW REVIEW: Sydney Fringe Festival Presents QUEERS ON THE FRINGE As A Cathartic Collection Of Cabaret To Counter The Covid19 Induced Live Theatre Hiatus.
by Jade Kops - Sep 24, 2020

Acclaimed creator of cabaret and the Queerstories series, Maeve Marsden hosts an entertaining evening of comedy, music, storytelling and drag with QUEERS ON THE FRINGE. 

Arts Centre Melbourne Presents THE RISE AND FALL OF SAINT GEORGE
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2020

Australian music legend Paul Mac has teamed up with playwright Lachlan Philpott and director Kate Champion to deliver an inspiring tale of strength and community in The Rise and Fall of Saint George at Arts Centre Melbourne's Hamer Hall for Midsumma Festival this 23 a?" 24 January.

Queer Musical Tribute HOMAGE Will Rock Out The Factory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2018

On Today 24th October, an incredible line-up of local LGBTQI+ musicians will play tribute to their favourite queer artists in Homage at The Factory Theatre in Marrickville.

Queer Musical Tribute HOMAGE Will Rock Out The Factory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2018

On Wednesday 24th October, an incredible line-up of local LGBTQI+ musicians will play tribute to their favourite queer artists in Homage at The Factory Theatre in Marrickville.

Sydney Symphony Orchestra will Perform George Michael Tribute Concert
by BWW News Desk - Jul 6, 2017

Sydney Symphony Orchestra (SSO) will perform a George Michael tribute concert to celebrate and honour one of the greatest pop icons of a generation at Sydney Opera House on 6 and 7 July.

BWW Interview: Lance Horne On His Current Residency at Joe's Pub, His Iconic Collaborators and Trying to Recruit Neve Campbell
by Troy Frisby - Apr 5, 2017

Lance Horne is developing new music based on acclaimed author Neil Gaiman's love poems to his wife, Amanda Palmer, is working on a top-secret project with Scissor Sisters' Jake Shears and continues to work with his 'musical husband,' Alan Cumming. And, if all of that weren't enough, the Emmy-winning composer (ONE LIFE TO LIVE), lyricist and performer has also returned to Joe's Pub for the 2016-2017 season. Having performed at the venue since it first opened its doors in 1998, Horne is currently undertaking a four-part residency of new material---aptly titled NEW WORK, NEW WORK---for which he's been joined by many of his famous friends. Ahead of the residency's penultimate installment, NEW WORK NEW WORK 3, on April 12 at 7pm, we spoke with Horne by phone about his innumerable collaborators, his history with Joe's and the stars he's still working on teaming up with.

Sydney Symphony Orchestra will Perform George Michael Tribute Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2017

Sydney Symphony Orchestra (SSO) will perform a George Michael tribute concert to celebrate and honour one of the greatest pop icons of a generation at Sydney Opera House on 6 and 7 July.

Sydney Symphony Orchestra Will Perform George Michael Tribute Concert
by Julie Musbach - Feb 26, 2017

Sydney Symphony Orchestra (SSO) will perform a George Michael tribute concert to celebrate and honour one of the greatest pop icons of a generation at Sydney Opera House on 6 and 7 July.

Sydney Festival to Expand Free Offerings in New Spaces & Places
by BWW News Desk - Jan 7, 2017

Sydney Festival prides itself on the accessibility of its events. Inclusive programming, affordable ticketing options and a broad range of free events have ensured that Sydney Festival is open to all. For over forty years, Sydney Festival's audacious programming has appealed to both new and loyal attendees and provided audiences with the opportunity to see the very best local and international performing arts.

Sydney Festival to Expand Free Offerings in New Spaces & Places
by BWW News Desk - Dec 7, 2016

Sydney Festival prides itself on the accessibility of its events. Inclusive programming, affordable ticketing options and a broad range of free events have ensured that Sydney Festival is open to all. For over forty years, Sydney Festival's audacious programming has appealed to both new and loyal attendees and provided audiences with the opportunity to see the very best local and international performing arts.

VELVET Opens at QPAC
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 26, 2016

?The Queensland Performing Arts Centre's (QPAC's) season of VELVET opened with a bang on Thurs 21 April, in the Centre's Cremorne Theatre.