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Australian TV Star Erik Thomson to Play Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL This Festive Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 20, 2024

Producers GWB Entertainment have announced that Erik Thomson, one of Australia's most loved stars across film, television and theatre, will play the role of Ebenezer Scrooge in A Christmas Carol – Melbourne's new festive tradition.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns To Melbourne For The Festive Season In 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2024

A CHRISTMAS CAROL returns to Melbourne in 2024, bringing festive cheer with its beloved holiday production.

How You Know These HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Actors from the Stage
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 21, 2024

Whether you are Team Black or Team Green, there is probably a stage veteran on your side. Actors include Tony Award winners, current Broadway stars, and Royal Shakespeare Company members. Take a look here to find out which stars you may recognize from the theatre, including Gayle Rankin, Sir Simon Russell Beale, Eve Best, and more.

Max Celebrates Season 2 of HOUSE OF THE DRAGON With 270-ft Vhagar The Dragon Installation
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 16, 2024

Max concludes the global 'Raise Your Banners' campaign for season two of HOUSE OF THE DRAGON with a spectacular 270-ft Vhagar the Dragon installation.

HBO Renews HOUSE OF THE DRAGON For a Third Season
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 13, 2024

The HBO Original drama series HOUSE OF THE DRAGON has been renewed for a third season, ahead of the launch of the second season debuting SUNDAY, JUNE 16 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT) on HBO and streaming on Max. Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” the series, set 200 years before the events of “Game of Thrones,” tells the story of House Targaryen.

Video: Watch Trailer for Season 2 of HOUSE OF THE DRAGON
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2024

HBO has released the official trailer for the second season of the original drama series HOUSE OF THE DRAGON, debuting SUNDAY, JUNE 16 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT) on HBO and available to stream on Max.  Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” the series, set 200 years before the events of “Game of Thrones,” tells the story of House Targaryen. Watch the new trailer!

Gayle Rankin Joins HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Season Two
by Michael Major - Mar 21, 2024

Back for season two is Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Emma D’Arcy, Eve Best, Steve Toussaint, Fabien Frankel, Ewan Mitchell, Tom Glynn-Carney, Sonoya Mizuno, and Rhys Ifans. Additional returning cast includes Harry Collett, Bethany Antonia, Phoebe Campbell, Phia Saban, Jefferson Hall, and Matthew Needham. Watch the trailer video now!

Full Cast and Team Set for MACBETH, Starring Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 31, 2023

Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced the location, cast, and creative team for the highly-anticipated spring production of Macbeth. Directed by STC Artistic Director Simon Godwin, Macbeth stars Tony and BAFTA Award-winner Ralph Fiennes and Olivier Award-winner Indira Varma as the leading lord and lady. Learn more about the location, cast, and creative team here!

Debra Lawrance, Bernard Curry, Sarah Morrison and Samantha Morley Join Cast of A CHRISTMAS CAROL in Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - Jun 14, 2023

Last year’s runaway hit A Christmas Carol announced that many of the Green Room-nominated ensemble cast will return for the 2023 season at the Comedy Theatre this festive season.

Das Koolies Release 'Nuthin Sandwich' & Live Dates
by Michael Major - May 31, 2023

Dancefloors of all distinctions have moved to their sounds for four decades, whether festival fields or pounded dancefloors, and now the four members of Das Koolies present a heady blend of up-front warped pop and overlapping electronica with Nuthin Sandwich – the latest incessant psych-techno-disco cut from their upcoming album, DK.01.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Will Return To Melbourne's Comedy Theatre For Christmas 2023
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2023

Winner of five Tony Awards, the Old Vic production of A Christmas Carol was a runaway hit in its debut season at the Comedy Theatre in 2022, delighting audiences and critics alike.

HBO's HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Begins Production On Season Two
by Michael Major - Apr 11, 2023

Production has commenced on the second season of HBO Original drama series HOUSE OF THE DRAGON at Leavesden Studios in the United Kingdom. Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” the series, set 200 years before the events of “Game of Thrones,” tells the story of House Targaryen.

THE TALES OF THE BROTHERS GRIMM Announced At Sherman Productions
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2022

Inspired by the famous fairy tales, Hannah McPake - writer, performer and star of numerous Sherman productions - reimagines the world of the Brothers Grimm in a new Christmas show for the whole family.

Amanda Ryan Joins The Company Of The World Première Of Terry Johnson's THE SEX PARTY
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2022

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced that Amanda Ryan joins the company as Magdalena for the world première of Terry Johnson's The Sex Party – joining the previously announced Will Barton (Tim), Lisa Dwan (Gilly), John Hopkins (Jake), Timothy Hutton (Jeff), Jason Merrells (Alex), Pooya Mohseni (Lucy), Molly Osborne (Hetty) and Kelly Price (Camilla). Amanda Donohoe has had to withdraw for personal reasons.

Sherman Theatre Presents TALES OF THE BROTHERS GRIMM
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2022

Sherman Theatre presents TALES OF THE BROTHERS GRIMM from 26th November – 31st December 2022.

Menier Chocolate Factory Announces Full Cast For The World Première of Terry Johnson's THE SEX PARTY
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2022

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full casting for the world première of Terry Johnson's The Sex Party – Johnson directs Will Barton (Tim), Amanda Donohoe (Magdalena), Lisa Dwan (Gilly), John Hopkins (Jake), Timothy Hutton (Jeff), Jason Merrells (Alex), Pooya Mohseni (Lucy), Molly Osborne (Hetty) and Kelly Price (Camilla).

Menier Chocolate Factory Announces Reopening with New Season For 2022/2023
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2022

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced programming for its Autumn 2022/Spring 2023 season. Learn more about the full season here!

David Wenham Will Lead the Australian Premiere The Old Vic Production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2022

Two visionary Tony Award winners — director Matthew Warchus (Matilda the Musical) and playwright Jack Thorne (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child) — have created a magical new interpretation of Charles Dickens' timeless story, A Christmas Carol.

HBO Renews HOUSE OF THE DRAGON For A Second Season
by Michael Major - Aug 26, 2022

HOUSE OF THE DRAGON debuted Sunday, August 21, to the largest audience for any new original series in HBO history. The first episode has now been seen by over 20 million viewers across linear, On Demand and HBO Max platforms in the U.S., based on a combination of Nielsen data and first party data.

New Music From HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Out Today
by Michael Major - Aug 19, 2022

The reign of House Targaryen begins. House of the Dragon, the prequel to Game of Thrones, is coming to HBO and HBO Max on August 21. Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” the series, which is set 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones, tells the story of House Targaryen.