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Theatre Works: The Beep Test

Theatre Works St Kilda, VIC, Australia
The Beep Test is a comedic, fast-paced, over-the-top new Australian musical that dives into the drama and chaos that was school Beep Tests! The musical follows four determined students and one far too enthusiastic PE Teacher of Class 7C as they compete for the number one place, whatever the cost!…

Monash University: The Big Jazz Day Out

The Ian Potter Centre for Performing Arts 48 Exhibition Walk, Clayton, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Premiering new collaborative compositions, Sydney-based vocalist Ngaiire unites with pianist Paul Grabowsky at the Alexander Theatre. A unique project showcasing the Monash University String Sinfonia, be swept away by their heartfelt and cinematic take on soulful jazz. Then in the evening, celebrate all things jazz and swing with arranger and…

Monash University Performing Arts Centres: Big Jazz Day Out

The Ian Potter Centre for Performing Arts 48 Exhibition Walk, Clayton, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
An epic jazz party featuring more than 150 incredible musicians across five unique spaces, including award winning artists Paul Grabowsky, Ngaiire, Emma Donovan, and Monash Art Ensemble! Your Big Jazz Day Out ticket is an all-access pass to every show at the festival. Explore state of the art venues, enjoy…
Australia Fair?

Canberra International Music Festival: Australia Fair?

National Film and Sound Archive Acton, ACT, Australia
“As we celebrate our 25th anniversary we are reflecting on our identity as an Australian chamber ensemble. In this program we have chosen three works in which the composers were likely pondering similar questions. It is a joy to return to the powerful and evocative work, Bungaree, which the quartet…

Sydney Opera House: Grug and the Rainbow

Sydney Opera House Sydney, NSW, Australia
A magical adaptation of Ted Prior’s beloved picture books, Grug and the Rainbow sees our grassy little friend embark on an epic adventure to bask in the colours of the illusive rainbow. Featuring exquisite puppetry and heart-warming humour back to delight audiences, this smash hit is not one to miss…
Living Poems of the Sea

Canberra International Music Festival: Living Poems of the Sea

National Film and Sound Archive Acton, ACT, Australia
Acclaimed flautist Sally Walker was inspired to create Living Poems  through her experiences of playing her flute to enraptured dolphins and her friendship with dolphin researcher Dr Olivia De Bergerac.  Sally plays music accompanying videos and images of human-dolphin interactions over decades, and narrates a story illustrating the importance of dolphins, whales…

North Adelaide Baroque Hall: French Portraiture at the Harpsichord

North Adelaide Baroque Hall 104 Tynte St, North Adelaide, SA, Australia
Couperin - Three portraits from the “Pièces de Clavecin” Rameau - Two portraits from the “Pièces de Clavecin” Forqueray - Two portraits from the “Pièces de Clavecin” Balbastre - Marche des Marseillois & the Air “ÇA-IRA"
The Dictionary of Lost Words

State Theatre Company South Australia: The Dictionary of Lost Words

QPAC Corner Melbourne St and Grey St, South Bank, QLD, Australia
Pip Williams’ award-winning New York Times bestseller The Dictionary of Lost Words is brought to vivid life in this wildly popular stage adaptation by Verity Laughton. “Filled with humour and historical awareness” (Broadway World) and expertly directed by Jessica Arthur, it’s no wonder this play has become a runaway success.…
Editor's Choice Manon

The Australian Ballet: Manon

Sydney Opera House Sydney, NSW, Australia
Sir Kenneth MacMillan’s masterpiece makes a welcome return after more than a decade. Originally created for The Royal Ballet in 1974, it came to our shores 20 years later, thrilling audiences with its sumptuous retelling of Abbé Prévost’s 1731 novel. Prepare to be moved by Manon’s doomed love affair with…

Bell Shakespeare: Henry 5

Illawarra Performing Arts Centre 32 Burelli Street, Wollongong, NSW, Australia
Merrigong Theatre Company present Bell Shakespeare’s HENRY 5, one of Shakespeare’s finest historical plays, at the Illawarra Performing Arts Centre from April 30 to May 3, 2025. Restlessly interrogating and updating Shakespeare’s classic for the modern world, Bell Shakespeare returns with a new production of Henry 5. Shakespeare’s questions of…

Yirra Yaakin Theatre: Thirst

Subiaco Arts Centre 180 Hamersley Rd, Subiaco, WA, Australia
Thirst is a funny and tender comedy that explores why some people leave, some stay, and some return to regional towns. Thirst is set in the Glass Slipper Tavern, the community hub of Yellow Springs. Lola, a former popstar, and her entrepreneurial long-term partner and band member, Chico, never thought…
Editor's Choice Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular

Cameron Mackintosh: Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular

ICC Sydney 14 Darling Drive, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Boublil and Schönberg’s landmark musical has been thrilling audiences around the world since its 1985 London premiere. As Les Mis celebrates its 40th anniversary, Cameron Mackintosh has created a spectacular new production, specially designed for large-scale venues. It arrives in Australia with a star-studded cast. Alfie Boe and Killian Donnelly…

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