What’s On: The Best Musicals in Australia

Fancy seeing a live performance? These are the best musicals in Australia that you can book tickets to see right now or look forward to attending in a few months.

Lyric Theatre

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 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: Sydney


Rent

 Jonathan Larson’s multi-Tony® Award winning musical has landed Down Under and it’s not one to be missed. Following a group of young artists in the early 90s as they live and work in New York’s East Village, these complex characters deal with everything from poverty and health issues to social injustice. Equal parts entertaining and challenging, the show touches on heavy themes but is ultimately a celebration of life, love and the human spirit. Brought to life onstage by an Australian cast, this is a truly poignant production that is charged with youthful optimism, despite the odds.

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Joan Sutherland Theatre at the Sydney Opera House

Back To The Future

A cult classic reimagined for the stage, Back to the Future: The Musical brings the beloved film trilogy to life onstage. The Olivier Award-winning production blends sharp humour, cinematic storytelling and striking stagecraft, led by Tony Award-winner Roger Bart as Doc Brown and rising star Axel Duffy as Marty McFly. A nostalgic yet innovative ride through time, it’s a standout addition to Sydney’s musical theatre calendar.

Purchase tickets here.

Sydney Lyric Theatre

The Book of Mormon
The Book of Mormon

Book of Mormon

Hailed as “the best musical of this century” by The New York Times, The Book of Mormon is finally returning to Australia, and it’s a must-see. This nine-time Tony Award®-winning phenomenon has delighted audiences across the globe with its outrageous humour, unforgettable songs, and razor-sharp wit. Following two mismatched missionaries on a wildly unexpected adventure, it’s bold, brilliant, and side-splittingly funny. With Sean Johnston and Nick Cox leading a stellar cast, this smash-hit comedy is set to take Sydney by storm. 

Sitchu tip: Make a night out of it and go all out with dinner, show and a stay. Kimpton Margot Sydney has partnered with The Book of Mormon to create a luxurious experience for theatregoers. Stay in a spacious room, sip on cocktails at Wilmot Bar and enjoy a special two-course pre-theatre dinner at Luke’s Kitchen. 

Secure tickets here

Capitol Theatre, Sydney

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Best Musicals Australia: Melbourne


MJ The Musical

Offering a rare glimpse behind the curtain of one of music’s greatest icons. Centred on the making of Michael Jackson’s 1992 Dangerous World Tour, the Tony Award-winning production explores the creativity, ambition and artistry that defined a generation. With direction and choreography by Christopher Wheeldon and a book by Lynn Nottage, it’s an electrifying celebration of legacy, genius and rhythm.

Purchase tickets here

Her Majesty’s Theatre

What to Look Forward to:

  • My Brilliant Career – January 2026
  • Pretty Woman – April 2026

Best Musicals Australia: Brisbane


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.

Opens December 27th

Purchase tickets here

Best Musicals Australia: Perth


CATS

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s record-breaking phenomenon CATS returns for its 40th Australian anniversary, bringing the magic of the Jellicle Ball to Perth. This dazzling new production reimagines the beloved classic with a standout cast including Gabriyel Thomas as Grizabella, Todd McKenney in dual roles, and Mark Vincent as Old Deuteronomy. A timeless fusion of poetry, dance and song, CATS continues to captivate audiences with its whimsical world and unforgettable score.

Purchase tickets here

Crown Theatre

What to Look Forward to:

  • Anastasia , March 2026
  • Heathers The Musical, April to October 2026

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