Australia - Perth Theatre Newsroom

Three-time GRAMMY winner Lucinda Williams and her band have just been announced to open for Paul Kelly across all Australian dates this August and September.

Final casting has been confirmed for the Australian leg of LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR! Due to demand, extra performances were recently added in Australia.

Russell Morris has announced one last tour before he hangs up his hat and guitar. The performer will circle the country again for the final time on The Farewell Tour this August and September kicking off in Adelaide at the Festival Theatre.

Russell Morris has announced one last tour before he hangs up his hat and guitar. The performer will circle the country again for the final time on The Farewell Tour this August and September kicking off in Adelaide at the Festival Theatre.

Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company's first main stage production for 2025 is the world premiere of a new work, Thirst, written by Western Australian playwright, artist and academic Barbara Hostalek.

Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company's first main stage production for 2025 is the world premiere of a new work, Thirst, written by Western Australian playwright, artist and academic Barbara Hostalek.

Opera Australia, in partnership with Crossroads Live, will bring the Broadway hit musical ANASTASIA, will have its Australian premiere at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne in December 2025 before touring to Perth and Sydney in 2026.

Opera Australia, in partnership with Crossroads Live, will bring the Broadway hit musical ANASTASIA, will have its Australian premiere at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne in December 2025 before touring to Perth and Sydney in 2026.

With a firm set and staunch fan based long established, THE LORD OF THE RINGS: A MUSICAL TALE already has a sizeable audience to please before the casual theatre goer is catered for. Thanks to a talented cast, an action-packed storyline, and staging as epic as the story itself, the show is sure to please you whether The Lord of the Rings is a part of your life, or you’re simply on the look out for a big show.

Set in a scorching Oklahoma summer, AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY takes a contemporary look at the collapse of the American dream, illustrated by the collapse of a family unit. After an extended and multi-award winning Sydney season, Black Swan Theatre Company has brought it west thanks to their long standing partnership with Belvoir Street Theatre Company. An absolute theatrical delight, AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY is a play that simply cannot be missed.

The WA Youth Jazz Orchestra has announced the appointment of jazz saxophonist, composer, educator, Gemma Farrell as Artistic Director.  Learn more about Gemma here!

Jo Koy is on his way to Australia in June 2025 on his Just Being Koy Tour!  The tour will start in Brisbane before heading to Adelaide, Perth, Melbourne and Sydney, playing at both theatres and arenas. 

Despite having not touring Perth since 2013, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is still familiar to many, with many versions since its original release. Indeed, the stunning soundtrack precedes the musical, showing how it can stand alone and indeed gives many a fair idea of the musical without having to step foot in a theatre. What was originally conceived as a rock opera enjoys an updated vision that more suits the modern audience, with a stunning show that leans more into performance and rock music.

The muse of industry legends for over two decades, Emmy nominated, Sarah McGuinness transformed her behind-the-scenes life with the stars into a one-woman musical cabaret, which took London (UK) by storm at the end of 2024. Now this feisty doyenne to the stars, strips back the shrouds of celebrity mystery and takes her audience on a jukebox-journey of her career in showbusiness, as she brings a pocket version of her no-nonsense highly acclaimed show, fresh from London to Perth’s, The Duke of George, on Thursday 13 February.

Fringeworld is back to fill your days and add something to your nights, and a very special offering this year is LASSÙ. Founded by Merrick Ashton, LASSÙ showcases what happens when someone with circus in their blood creates a show for today. There’s a little something for everyone in this high paced, high energy show that combines many circus disciplines in a cabaret style show under the Lassù Chapiteau.

Fringe World is back in full swing, and once again Bernie Dieter's CLUB KABARETT is a must-see! This year's show brings the same captivating energy and thrilling performances, but with some exciting new additions. The wide expanses of The Ice Cream Factory in Northbridge suit the theme and energy of it to a T, and as always Bernie Dieter and her team have crafted a show to truly take your breath away.

Bohm Presents has announced Alexis Fernandez’s debut Australia-wide live tour in May 2025, with her brand-new show Lost, But Make It Look Intentional! Learn more here!

Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Perth Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

This summer, Spare Parts Puppet Theatre invites audiences on an out-of-this-world journey with the world premiere of Hometown, a new puppet musical inspired by a story from renowned author and artist Shaun Tan.

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Perth 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!

The Lord of the Rings will unfold in a new live stage production, coming to the Crown Theatre in Perth this March. Learn more about the upcoming show and find out how to get tickets here!

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Perth 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!

Jesus Christ Superstar will open at Crown Theatre from February with a new production that has received acclaim and accolades during its US and UK tours, including an Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival.

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Perth 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!

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Perth 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!