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Thursday, June 12, 2014

Jason Scott Lee on stage in The King and I by Erin James

Opera Australia and John Frost’s lavish, multi-million dollar production of The King and I premieres in Melbourne tonight and we took some time to chat with star Jason Scott Lee about …

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New kids on the block: Orphans at Q44 Theatre by Erin James

There are some new kids on the theatrical block in Melbourne and we want you to know! The team behind the brand spanking new Q44 Theatre Company are a passionate group of theatre makers who …

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Monday, June 9, 2014

Frost and Terracini recognised in Queen’s Birthday Honours by Erin James

It was announced today that leading Australian theatre producer John Frost and Opera Australia’s Artistic Director Lyndon Terracini have been awarded an AM (Member in the General Divi…

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Sunday, June 8, 2014

Missed the Tonys? Never fear! by Erin James

If you missed the American Theatre Wing’s Tony Awards this year, don’t forget to check out the acceptance speeches! Watch the wonderful Audra McDonald as she accepts her 6th Tony…

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Behind the scenes – Tony Awards Opening Number by Erin James

The official Tony Awards youtube account have shared a backstage, behind-the-scenes video of this year’s opening number. If you have ever worked in the theatre, this video will make yo…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 09:18PM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Actor Fired After Confronting Anti-Gay Heckler During CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Performance, USA by Erin James

BroadwayWorld.com has reported that American actor John Lacey was fired after physically confronting a heckler during a performance of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof on 31 May, with another actor (…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 07:38AM

Due to demand, Rap Guide To Evolution adds extra show to Melbourne run by Erin James

Don’t sleep with mean people and other words of wisdom… Internationally renowned hip-hop storyteller Baba Brinkman is coming to Melbourne this weekend with his multi-award winning sh…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 02:30AM
Tuesday, June 3, 2014

Getting to know you: Victor Siharath from The King And I by Erin James

Opera Australia and John Frost’s production of The King and I recently finished its opening season in Brisbane, marking the professional music theatre debut of many up-and-coming perform…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 12:04AM
Monday, June 2, 2014

Showbiz to be bought by Tix.com.au by Erin James

After being placed into voluntary administration nearly two months ago, it was confirmed by themusicnetwork.com that Tix.com.au have bought the brand and “certain database assets”…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 07:00PM

A Revel With A Cause: Liz and Ann Callaway in Sibling Revelry by Erin James

You may not necessarily know these sisters from Chicago as ‘household names’ but you’ve most certainly heard their work, and now they are heading to Australia for a seri…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 04:00AM
Wednesday, May 28, 2014

A Quick Chat With Bianca Moon by Erin James

Bitch fights and fisticuffs, love triangles, wedding crashing ex-fiancés, transient amnesiac husbands and wives who rise from the dead… It’s the world’s most famous soap opera…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 08:00PM
Monday, May 26, 2014

Do you hear the people sing? Les Miserables rehearsal photos by Erin James

Do you hear the people sing? In less than 4 weeks, the Aussie cast of Les Miserables will take to the stage in Melbourne for the highly anticipated revival of Boublil & Schönberg’s …

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 11:00PM

Biggest ever Aussie line-up at New York Music Theatre Festival by Erin James

The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) has announced its 2014 program and this year features its largest ever line-up of Australian artists. Since its inception in 2004, The New York …

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 08:38PM

A Jersey Boy through and through: Aussie Matt Hunt on the West End by Erin James

Australian performer Matt Hunt has had a dream run. From working as a lifeguard at a pool in Orange, NSW to starring in Jersey Boys (first in Australia and now on the West End) he is living…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 08:00PM

Slide Lounge to hold public memorial for performer Daniel Scott, Sydney by Erin James

Friends and colleagues of the late Daniel Scott will take to the stage next week in a public memorial for the performer. Slide Lounge in Sydney will host the public memorial on Monday June…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 03:26AM
Friday, May 23, 2014

Two new awards for the Rob Guest Endowment, 2014 by Erin James

The Rob Guest Endowment is back in 2014 with two new awards, $45,000 in prizes and a brand-spanking new website! Competition entries are now open in three separate music theatre categories f…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 09:03PM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Getting to know you: Elle Evangelista from The King and I by Erin James

Opera Australia and John Frost’s production of The King and I opened in Brisbane last month, marking the professional music theatre debut of many up-and-coming performers. AussieTheatre…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 11:40PM

Wicked Lottery returns, Melbourne by Erin James

WICKED have announced the return of the ‘Lottery’ system which will see a limited number of $35 seats available for every performance!  Thrillifying news, Ozians! Wicked is now…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 09:56PM
Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Frosty honoured with J C Williamson Award, Brisbane by Erin James

John Frost – affectionately known as Frosty the Showman – is one of Australia’s leading producers of theatre and last night he was afforded the highest honour the Austral…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 03:00AM
Monday, May 19, 2014

Hayes Theatre Co set to make a Miracle by Erin James

“Funny, moving and thought-provoking, with beautiful music and a razor-sharp scrip – it’s exactly the sort of musical Hayes Theatre Co was created to showcase” – Li…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 02:15AM
Saturday, May 17, 2014

First week on the Barricades – Les Miserables rehearsals commence in Melbourne by Erin James

The cast and crew of Les Miserables have just completed their first week of rehearsals in Melbourne and with only 35 days until first preview, excitement is mounting in theatre circles wit…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 07:00PM
Friday, May 16, 2014

Vertical Shadows photo feature – The White Prince by Erin James

Vertical Shadows, a Melbourne based contemporary dance company who have become known for pushing the boundaries of dance both conceptually and artistically, focus on the theatrical side of d…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 08:55PM
Thursday, May 15, 2014

Chris Kohn joins La Boite as new Artistic Director, CEO by Erin James

La Boite Theatre Company has confirmed that Chris Kohn will assume the position of Artistic Director and CEO later this month. Kohn comes to the position having previously worked as Artistic…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 09:01PM

10 things you didn’t know about Australian Theatre by Erin James

This fun little tidbit showed up yesterday in a London blog and I adored it and couldn’t help but share it with you all! My good friend Andy Conaghan (last seen on Australian stages i…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 12:00AM
Friday, May 9, 2014

Wicked: Melbourne welcomes the Witches once more by Erin James

Tonight, Melbourne will once again host the opening night the musical WICKED, which is returning to the Regent Theatre nearly 6 years after its premiere season in 2008. Starring Australia…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 07:00PM
Thursday, May 8, 2014

Getting to know you: Alexis (Alex) Pedraza-Sampang by Erin James

Opera Australia and John Frost’s production of The King and I opened in Brisbane last month, marking the professional music theatre debut of many up-and-coming performers. AussieTheatre…

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Saturday, May 3, 2014

Getting to know you: Chris Fung by Erin James

Opera Australia and John Frost’s production of The King and I opened in Brisbane earlier this month, marking the professional music theatre debut of many up-and-coming performers. AussieTh…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 10:53PM
Wednesday, April 30, 2014

CONFIRMED: Wicked Brisbane season dates announced by Erin James

John Frost has confirmed that WICKED will return to QPAC’s Lyric Theatre next year as part of the 10th Anniversary Australian tour. Four years after their debut season in Brisbane, wh…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 10:55PM
Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Getting to Know You: Emma Jarman by Erin James

Opera Australia and John Frost’s production of The King and I opened in Brisbane earlier this month, marking the professional music theatre debut of many up-and-coming performers. AussieTh…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 09:15PM
Saturday, April 26, 2014

An open letter to artists: know your worth by Erin James

This week, something horrible and something wonderful happened in our industry. Horribly, a request from an American company was sent to Australian agents and dance schools seeking dancer…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 08:58PM
Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Rocky Horror – photo feature by Erin James

The Rocky Horror Show began previews in Melbourne last night ahead of an official opening at the Comedy Theatre this Saturday. Belinda Strodder from Arts Photography captured the quirky and…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 10:21PM

All that Chat

2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
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