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During the past thirty years Simon has worked as a director and dramaturge on new works, classics, musicals and operas in Australasia, Japan and Europe. In 2000 he was appointed Artistic Director of the Melbourne Theatre Company, and most recently he has received 'Best Director' awards for his Australian productions of 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, August: Osage County and Richard III.

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[West End, 2024]
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[Australia, 2017]
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[US Tour, 2017]
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[US Tour, 2013]
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[Broadway, 1992]
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Wedding Seat Tickets Released for MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL at Curve

Exclusive tickets have been released for the ultimate MURIEL’S WEDDING THE MUSICAL experience at Leicester’s Curve theatre. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL Original Australian Cast Recording to be Released In The UK

The original Australian cast recording of MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL has been released in the UK for the first time, offering fans a chance to experience the acclaimed production's music.
Megan Ellis and More Will Lead UK Premiere of MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL

Initial casting has been announced for the UK premiere production of MURIEL’S WEDDING THE MUSICAL, which will run at Leicester’s Curve theatre Thursday 10 April to Saturday 10 May 2025.
Cast Set For ROUND THE TWIST THE MUSICAL at QPAC

Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) and Queensland Theatre have announced the cast for the world premiere of Round The Twist The Musical – busting into the Playhouse from 12 November 2024. 
MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL Will Make its UK Premiere in 2025

Leicester’s Curve theatre will stage the UK premiere of MURIEL’S WEDDING THE MUSICAL next year! Performances will run from 10 April to 10 May 2025. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
PRISCILLA THE PARTY! Will Close in London in May

PRISCILLA THE PARTY! at HERE at Outernet in London’s Soho will now close on Sunday 26 May 2024.
Photos: PRISCILLA THE PARTY Opens At HERE @Outernet

Last night, Priscilla the Party! celebrated the official opening of the show at HERE @Outernet. Guests in attendance included Katie Price and John Joe Slater, Christopher Biggins, Heidi Range, Keala Settle, Divina de Campo and more. See photos from the celebration!
Globus X A.D.A.M. Release Debut Album 'Unforgiven'

Explore the cinematic debut album, UNFORGIVEN, by Globus x A.D.A.M., a unique blend of music and storytelling that promises to captivate listeners. The album features 11 tracks that tell the story and follow the journey of the anti-hero character, known as A.D.A.M., as he claws his way toward love and redemption.
FASHION FREAK SHOW llega a Barcelona el mes que viene

El Coliseum de Barcelona acogerá esta producción sobre la vida de Jean Paul Gaultier durante el mes de abril.
Mandoki Soulmates to Release New Studio Album 'A Memory Of Our Future' in May

Discover the new studio album from MANDOKI SOULMATES, 'A MEMORY OF OUR FUTURE'. Dive into the unique sound and musical journey of this much-anticipated release. The group celebrates the announcement with the release of a new single and video, Blood In The Water. 
Photos: First Look at PRISCILLA THE PARTY! in London

All new photos have been released from the London production of Priscilla the Party!, the performance celebration from the team behind Priscilla Queen of the Desert The Musical. Check out the photos here!
Photos/Video: Inside Rehearsal For PRISCILLA THE PARTY!

All new photos and a video clip have been released from inside rehearsal for the upcoming production of Priscilla the Party! in London. Check them out here!
Cast Set For PRISCILLA THE PARTY, Beginning This March

The full cast has been announced for the eagerly awaited PRISCILLA THE PARTY! at HERE @ Outernet in London’s Soho. Learn more about the cast here!
Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company Presents AN EVENING OF LOVE DANCES

This Valentine's Day, the NYC-based Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company offers An Evening of Love Dances, a free live Zoom event celebrating love in the DGDC repertory.
Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films

Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.
FASHION FREAK SHOW llevará la historia de Jan Paul Gaultier a Barcelona

El próximo 4 de abril llega al Teatre Coliseum de Barcelona el espectáculo FASHION FREAK SHOW, una propuesta divertida y escandalosa que repasará la vida del excéntrico diseñador desde su niñez hasta los excesos en Londres.
PRISCILLA THE PARTY! Based on PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT to Open in London in March

PRISCILLA THE PARTY!, based on the musical Priscilla Queen of the Desert, is coming to London in March. The new production comes to HERE @ Outernet in London’s Soho beginning 3 March.
Single Tickets to Queensland Theatre's 2024 Season Go On Sale Today

Single tickets to Queensland Theatre’s 2024 Season will go on sale from 4 December, meaning theatre lovers can secure their spot to any of the seven plays taking centre stage next year, including the world premiere of Round The Twist The Musical.
Sydney Festival Launches 2024 Program

The mainstay of Sydney’s high summer season, Sydney Festival, sails back this January with a first class line-up of World Premieres, extraordinary immersive experiences, cutting-edge public art, Australian exclusives, free events, trailblazing First Nations programming and an epic live music offering. 
Australian Theatre Festival NYC To Honor Caroline O'Connor And Producer Neil Gooding At 2023 Gala

Get ready for the Australian Theatre Festival NYC 2023 Fundraising Gala, honoring Broadway and West-End icon Caroline O'Connor and Producer Neil Gooding. Join in for an evening of performances and celebrations, showcasing Australian stories and artists in NYC. Tickets and tables are still available for purchase.

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