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Barry Humphries Lights Up Opera House

The Sydney Opera House was lit up to honour the late Barry Humphries, following his state memorial service organised by the NSW and Federal Governments which was held in the Concert Hall today (December 15).

The 89-year-old entertainer, who passed away earlier this year, was honoured by an extraordinary array of celebrities ranging from King Charles to media mogul Rupert Murdoch, Elton John, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Cameron Mackintosh.

Theatre Works Season 2024

Theatre Works in Melbourne has announced its 2024 season, an extensive line-up featuring over 40 productions, a testament to Theatre Works' commitment to championing independent artists, diverse perspectives and unique forms.

“This program solidifies Theatre Works place in the Australian theatrical ecology as one of the most prolific and vital venues in the country, championing independent artists, theatrical exploration, new and diverse voices and exemplary senior artists,” saysDianne Toulson, Executive Director and Creative Producer.

Shane Jacobson and Todd McKenney Star in The Odd Couple

Shane Jacobson and Todd McKenney are the archetypal odd couple, as different as chalk and cheese, but best mates and constant collaborators. Since they met on the Channel 7 TV series The Real Full Monty several years ago, the friends have worked together on TV in Mates on a Mission and The All New Monty, and on stage in The Rocky Horror Show and Hairspray (as husband and wife).

Bundy to the Big Apple

Coral Drouyn talks to Nelia McNicol, the latest in a long line of Australian performers making their mark in New York.

It’s a long way from Bundaberg Queensland to the heady heights of Broadway, New York - and I am not just measuring the distance.

The Curse of the Music Theatre Actor

Image: Tim Draxl in Into the Woods with Andrew Coshan. Photographer: Christopher Hayles

 

Tony Award Winning Musical Parade for Sydney

A true story about an unsolved murder that divided a nation, Jason Robert Brown’s Tony Award-winning musical, Parade will play a season in Sydney in May 2024, following the Broadway Revival in 2023, and a season in Melbourne. 

With a book by Alfred Uhry (Driving Miss Daisy) and a score by Jason Robert Brown (Songs for a New World, The Last Five Years, Bridges of Madison County), Parade is a moving examination of one of the darkest episodes of America's history.

STAGE WHISPERS MAGAZINE: DECEMBER 2023 - FEBRUARY 2024 EDITION OUT NOW!!!

IN THIS EDITION

Hopelessly Devoted to Grease

Australia’s new Danny, Sandy and Miss Lynch

Gaslight – Reignited for National Tour

A classic thriller, reimagined.

The Unstoppable Lucy Maunder

On the role of Roxie Hart in Chicago and her career.

What Happens to Child Stars?

Adelaide Symphony Unwraps Christmas

Adelaide Symphony Orchestra’s Christmas Unwrapped is set to fill the Festival Theatre with Christmas cheer and the sounds of music, song, and laughter.

Guided by conductor Guy Noble, the ASO, soprano Desiree Frahn, Graduate Singers, and Elder Conservatorium Chorale will unwrap the festive spirit as they come together to perform a range of Christmas favourites, beloved classics, and sing along carols.

Guy Noble said that he was excited to return to Adelaide for one of his favourite events of the year.

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