What’s On: The Best Musicals in Australia

Whether you’re travelling interstate or looking for something exciting to do in your city, musicals offer the perfect chance to escape and immerse yourself in a fantasy world. From Disney fairytales to biographical retellings of iconic celebrities’ journeys to fame, there’s a live show to captivate everyone—all radiating the same inspiring magic.

Planning to book in a musical for a special occasion? Or simply feeling spontaneous? Here are the best musicals in Australia showing now and in the coming months.

Best Musicals Australia: Currently Touring Sydney

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MJ the Musical

The four-time Tony Award-winning MJ the Musical lands in Sydney at the end of February. Michael Jackson, best known as the ‘King of Pop,’ was one of the most iconic and influential artists of all time. This musical explores his unparalleled rise to stardom and the tribulations that came with it in an utterly electrifying performance. Centred around the making of his Dangerous World Tour in 1992, the show offers a glimpse into the mind and spirit of the late pop icon.

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26^th February to 22^nd July

Sydney Lyric Theatre, Pyrmont

HADESTOWN

From the moment the curtain rises at the Theatre Royal, HADESTOWN will transport you back in time. One of the best musicals in Australia right now, it weaves an epic, mythical love story like no other—following young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, as w

ell as King Hades and Persephone.

With a star-studded cast, including multi-ARIA Award-winning artist Christine Anu as Hermes, Abigail Adriano as Eurydice, Noah Mullins as Orpheus, Elenoa Rokobaro as Persephone, and Adrian Tamburini as Hades, this original production is not to be missed.

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Until 26^th April

Theatre Royal, Sydney

Annie

Annie is a beloved musical that has captured the hearts of theatregoers worldwide for decades, and we’re thrilled that this inspiring tale is returning to Sydney! Kicking off in March, the red, curly-haired orphan and her friends will take the stage at Capitol Theatre, delighting audiences of all generations. Starring the legendary Anthony Warlow as ‘Daddy’ Warbucks, Debora Krizak as the iconic Miss Hannigan, and Mackenzie Dunn as Lily St. Regis, this stellar cast is guaranteed to captivate.

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Opens March

Capitol Theatre, Sydney

What to Look Forward to:

• CATS the Musical – opens June
• The Book of Mormon – opens July
• Back to the Future – opens September

Best Musicals Australia: Currently Touring Melbourne

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Beauty and the Beast

Disney’s stunning new production of Beauty and the Beast is nearing the end of its season, set to wrap up in Melbourne this April. If you haven’t yet experienced this feast for the eyes, heart, and soul, this is your final chance before it travels to Adelaide and Perth. After selling over 900,000 tickets, it’s a must-watch.

This timeless tale is reimagined on stage in a breathtaking production that will captivate audiences like never before. The original creative team reunites to bring this enchanting musical to life, featuring all the spellbinding songs by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman, and Tim Rice, including “Belle,” “Gaston,” “Human Again,” and “Be Our Guest.” A much-loved classic, this tale as old as time will enchant a new generation, filling hearts with magic and wonder.

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Until 20th April

Her Majesty’s Theatre, Melbourne 

Tina Turner the Musical

Get ready to rock out and roll with the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll herself! Experience the electrifying life story of Tina Turner, a true legend who didn’t just break the rules—she rewrote them.

With over 20 of her chart-topping hits, including “Simply the Best,” “River Deep – Mountain High,” and “Proud Mary,” this smash-hit musical promises to transform the Princess Theatre into a vibrant celebration of Tina’s phenomenal career.

Prepare for a night of unforgettable music and inspiration as Tina Turner’s story comes alive on stage this month in Melbourne. Time is running out to witness her incredible journey, so if you’ve been thinking about booking tickets, now’s your chance.

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Until 2nd March

Princess Theatre, Melbourne 

What to Look Forward to:

• HADESTOWN – opens May
• Beetlejuice – opens May
• Annie – opens July
• CATS the Musical – opens December

Best Musicals Australia: Currently Touring Brisbane

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Sister Act

Sister Act has officially debuted in Australia! After a smash-hit run in the UK, this comedic musical is now touring Australia, kicking off in Melbourne before heading to Brisbane. Disco diva Deloris’ life takes an unexpected turn when she witnesses a murder and is placed under protective custody. Hidden in the last place anyone would think to look—a convent—Deloris helps the struggling choir and her fellow sisters find their true voices while rediscovering her own.

Heartwarming and hilarious, this is a must-see show! Catch it in Brisbane before it wraps up on 2nd March and heads to Adelaide.

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26^th February to 2^nd March

Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Brisbane

What to Look Forward to:

• The Gruffalo – opens June

Best Musicals Australia: Currently Touring Perth

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Jesus Christ Superstar

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Jesus Christ Superstar is a groundbreaking rock opera that reimagines the final days of Jesus Christ through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. Set to an electrifying rock score, the musical explores themes of faith, betrayal, and power, bringing biblical history to life with a contemporary edge. First staged in 1971, this iconic production is now showing in Perth until early March–don’t miss it!

Until 8^th March

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Crown Theatre, Perth

What to Look Forward to:

• Sister Act – opens April
• Beauty and the Beast – opens July

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