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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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Priscilla The Party!Priscilla The Party!
 
[West End, 2024]
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Muriel's WeddingMuriel's Wedding
 
[Australia, 2017]
Director
Love Never DiesLove Never Dies
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Director
Priscilla Queen of the DesertPriscilla Queen of the Desert
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Director
Shimada
 
[Broadway, 1992]
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Video: Megan Ellis & Annabel Marlow Sing 'Amazing' From MURIEL'S WEDDING; Full Cast S Photo
Video: Megan Ellis & Annabel Marlow Sing 'Amazing' From MURIEL'S WEDDING; Full Cast Set
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2025

Co-producers Curve and Global Creatures have revealed the full company of MURIEL’S WEDDING THE MUSICAL. Watch a brand-new video of Megan Ellis and Annabel Marlow singing ‘Amazing’ here!
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards; BURLESQUE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 10, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Wedding Seat Tickets Released for MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL at Curve Photo
Wedding Seat Tickets Released for MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL at Curve
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024

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 Photo
MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL Original Australian Cast Recording to be Released In The UK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2024

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 Photo
Megan Ellis and More Will Lead UK Premiere of MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2024

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 Photo
Cast Set For ROUND THE TWIST THE MUSICAL at QPAC
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024

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 Photo
MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL Will Make its UK Premiere in 2025
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2024

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 Photo
PRISCILLA THE PARTY! Will Close in London in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2024

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 Photo
Photos: PRISCILLA THE PARTY Opens At HERE @Outernet
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2024

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' Photo
Globus X A.D.A.M. Release Debut Album 'Unforgiven'
by Michael Major - Mar 15, 2024

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 Photo
FASHION FREAK SHOW llega a Barcelona el mes que viene
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Mar 13, 2024

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 Photo
Mandoki Soulmates to Release New Studio Album 'A Memory Of Our Future' in May
by Michael Major - Mar 8, 2024

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 Photo
Photos: First Look at PRISCILLA THE PARTY! in London
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2024

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! Photo
Photos/Video: Inside Rehearsal For PRISCILLA THE PARTY!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2024

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 Photo
Cast Set For PRISCILLA THE PARTY, Beginning This March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2024

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!
Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films Photo
Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films
by Michael Major - Jan 21, 2024

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.
Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company Presents AN EVENING OF LOVE DANCES Photo
Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company Presents AN EVENING OF LOVE DANCES
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 20, 2024

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.
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