All Shows
PLAYHOUSE: Join us to celebrate the achievements and talents of all of our students
WOWFest | The Final Frontier
2-9 December 2023
CANCELLED due to performer illness
CANCELLED: Omega Ensemble - Lionheart
Saturday 2 December 2023, 7pm
CANCELLED due to unforeseen circumstances
CANCELLED: Wildest Dreams | The Music of Taylor Swift Orchestrated
Saturday 2 December 2023, 7pm
CIVIC THEATRE: Join us for a magical afternoon of music, dance, and enchantment at our extraordinary concert, Celebrating Disney - 100 Years of Wonder.
Newcastle Dance Academy | 100 Years of Wonder
Sunday 3 December 2023, 2pm
CIVIC THEATRE: 50 Years of Productions
Susan Shiner 50 Years and All That Jazz
Friday 8 December 2023, 5pm
NEWCASTLE CITY HALL CONCERT HALL:
This is a family friendly Pro Wrestling event held in City Hall
Deck the City Halls
Friday 8 December 2023, 8pm
NEWCASTLE CITY HALL CONCERT HALL:
Get into the festive spirit at Newcastle City Hall this December
Messiah in the City
Sunday 10 December 2023
CIVIC THEATRE: We welcome dancers from around the Hunter to showcase their talents and hard work in dance.
Attitude Dance & Cheer | Captivate
Sunday 10 December 2023, 3pm
PLAYHOUSE: What happens when superheros get too old to fulfil their crime fighting duties?
ASPIRE 2023 | Old School Superhero Showdown
Tuesday 12 December 2024, 6pm
PACIFIC PARK: Performed with live music and an ensemble of local actors, this
locally grown Shakespeare Under the Stars
event is one for the summer calendar not to be missed.
Shakespeare Under the Stars | A Midsummer Night's Dream
14-17 December
CIVIC THEATRE: Experience the mesmerizing artistry of the National College of Dance as they unveil two extraordinary performances.
National College of Dance - Vincent & the Snow Queen
Friday 15 December 2023, 6.30pm
PLAYHOUSE: A musical theatre showcase night that promises an unforgettable journey through enchanting melodies and captivating performances.
Showstoppers
Saturday 16 December 2023, 2pm & 7pm
CIVIC THEATRE: Join us for a reimagined, whimsical concert inspired by Alice In Wonderland
Ablaze Dance Academy | Reimagined
Sunday 17 December 2023, 4.30pm
CIVIC THEATRE: Unwrap the magic of The Nutcracker this Christmas
The Nutcracker
Tuesday 19 December 2023, 7.30pm
PLAYHOUSE: Now is your chance to find out what the fuss is about during this no-holds-barred stand-up performance, featuring some of Steve's unfiltered observations about life
Steve Hofstetter
Tuesday 19 December 2023, 8pm
WHEELER PLACE: Learn one song, in three part harmony, in one hour.
One Song Sing | How to Make Gravy
Thursday 21 December 2023, 5pm
CIVIC THEATRE: See one of the world’s favourite musicals
Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show
12 Jan - 4 Feb 2024
PLAYHOUSE: A night with Cody is a night with a mate – get on board.
Newcastle Comedy Showcase with Nick Cody
Saturday 20 January 2024, 7.30pm
NEWCASTLE CITY HALL CONCERT HALL: A cinematic odyssey exploring the waterways that have shaped our world, in all their majesty and fragility.
ACO River
Thursday 1 February 2024, 7.30pm
PLAYHOUSE: What happens when football doesn’t come home?
Civic Cinema: Dear England
9 February 2024, 7pm
Kevin McCloud’s Newcastle debut will be an evening of unforgettable insights, behind the scenes anecdotes and live entertainment.
Kevin McCloud's Home Truths
Saturday 10 February 2024, 7.30pm
PLAYHOUSE: Audiences want to watch him, comedians want to be him!
Newcastle Comedy Showcase with Michael Hing
Saturday 10 February 2024, 7.30pm
PLAYHOUSE: Watch the next generation of comedy superstars as they step up
RAW Comedy 2024
Saturday 2 February 2024, 8pm
CIVIC THEATRE: "One of the world’s top comedians”
Sunday Times
Russell Howard
Saturday 17 February 2024, 8pm
CIVIC THEATRE: *The promotor can't guarantee the artist will not inadvertently amuse
An Unfunny* Evening With Tim Minchin and his Piano
18-19 February 2024, 7.30pm
CITY HALL: An evening of storytelling over the piano.
Musica Viva Australia | Long Lost Loves (and Grey Suede Gloves)
Tuesday 20 February 2024, 7.30pm
PLAYHOUSE: Luke Heggie is known for his dry dead pan style and the ability to deliver a brand new killer comedy show year after year
Newcastle Comedy Showcase with Luke Heggie
Saturday 24 February 2024, 7.30pm
CIVIC THEATRE: This is a show where Josh tidies up.
Josh Thomas | Let's Tidy Up
Saturday 2 March 2024, 6.30pm
CIVIC THEATRE: Experience Jonathan Larson's electrifying, multi-Tony® Award winning musical RENT
RENT The Musical
15-17 March 2024
CIVIC THEATRE: Legendary artist Graham Nash, as a founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills and Nash, is a two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee.
Graham Nash | Sixty Years of Songs & Stories
Wednesday 20 March 2024, 7.30pm
CIVIC THEATRE: Join Jessica Mauboy's 'Yours Forever' Tour, where she'll be performing all her hits and fan favourites. Experience the heart of Australia live. Don't miss this unforgettable journey...
Jessica Mauboy
Friday 22 March 2024, 7.30pm
CIVIC THEATRE: Catch ‘True Blue’ himself at Civic Theatre Newcastle before he finally ‘hangs his hat in QLD’ as the song says.
John Williamson
Saturday 23 March 2024, 8pm
CIVIC THEATRE: The Wharf Revue is back for another year of sensational value!
The Wharf Revue | Pride in Prejudice
5-6 April 2024
CIVIC THEATRE: 4 extraordinary artists bring you the joy, the sadness, the stories and the enduring love of singer/drummer Karen Carpenter.
A Kind of Hush The Magic of Karen Carpenter
Sunday 14 April 2024, 7.30pm
CITY HALL: The past reconsidered and present reconfigured
Omega Ensemble | Re: Classical
Thursday 18 April 2024, 7pm
CIVIC THEATRE: The Queen of British comedy, returns to the stage with her one-woman stand-up show
Dawn French is a Huge Twat
19-20 April 2024
NEWCASTLE CITY HALL CONCERT HALL:
Multi-genre Book Expo – Calling all Romance Readers!
Newcastle Book Boyfriend Author Expo
20-21 April 2024
CIVIC THEATRE: Join co-hosts Hugh Van Cuylenburg, Ryan Shelton and Josh Van Cuylenburg as they discover how perfectly imperfect we all are.
The Imperfects Tour
Sunday 21 April 2024, 7.30pm
CIVIC THEATRE: The magical stage adaptation of the beloved Australian story.
Possum Magic
22-24 April
CIVIC THEATRE: Critically Acclaimed Show Returns for a 100% Live and Unforgettable Australian Production
Eireborne
Saturday 27 April 2024, 7.30pm
CIVIC THEATRE: See classic hits, emotive ballads, big-screen anthems and iconic show tunes.
The World of Musicals in Concert
Sunday 28 April 2024, 6pm
CITY HALL: Eloquent. Spellbinding. Monumental.
Musica Viva Australia | Esmé Quartet
Tuesday 7 May 2024, 7.30pm
CIVIC THEATRE: AGATHA CHRISTIE’S THE MOUSETRAP is the world’s longest-running play.
Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap
11-25 May
CIVIC THEATRE: Spend an evening with the reigning deckhead of Australian comedy, Tommy Little
Tommy Little Has a Regular Size Deck
Friday 31 May 2024,
CIVIC THEATRE: Whitney Houston’s musical legacy is brought to life.
The Greatest Love of All | A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Wednesday 5 June 2024, 8pm
CIVIC THEATRE: Disco Superstars BONEY M Featuring Maizie Williams return for The Farewell Tour Performing all their Greatest Hits
Boney M
Thursday 6 June 2024, 8pm
CIVIC THEATRE: ARC will perform Led Zeppelin IV in full, from start to finish + more
ARC presents Led Zeppelin IV
Sunday 9 June 2024, 8pm
NEWCASTLE CITY HALL CONCERT HALL: Australia's new 'Kings of Variety Television' are back in 2024 with a brand new show!
The Robertson Brothers 1960's Variety TV Show
Thursday 13 June 2024, 7.30pm
CITY HALL: Kirill Gerstein is a showman, a philosopher, and a poet of the piano.
Musica Viva Australia | Kirill Gerstein
Friday 14 June 2024, 7.30pm
NEWCASTLE CITY HALL CONCERT HALL:
The world-renowned cellist and master storyteller makes his ACO debut as soloist and guest director.
ACO Altstaed Plays Haydn & Tchaikovsky
Friday 21 June 2024, 7.30pm
CIVIC THEATRE: Urzila is now a three-time winner of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival's People's Choice Award for most tickets sold at the Festival.
Urzila Carlson - Just Jokes
27-28 June 2024, 7pm
CIVIC THEATRE: Get ready for a show unlike any other
Snatch Game™ LIVE on Tour
Sunday 30 June 2024, 8pm
CIVIC THEATRE: Colin Hay is returning to Australia with his band of LA musicians
Colin Hay Band Tour 2024
Saturday 6 July 2024, 8pm
CIVIC THEATRE: Tom’s got new gear! Come watch this gold-plated comedy superstar with his brand-new show. A chance to see the master at work.
Tom Gleeson | Gear
Friday 9 August 2024, 6.30pm
CITY HALL: A new collaboration
Musica Viva Australia | Pekka Kuusisto & Gabriel Kahane
Wednesday 14 August 2024, 7.30pm
NEWCASTLE CITY HALL CONCERT HALL:
Sparks fly and melodies soar when Richard Tognetti directs music close to the ACO’s heart.
ACO Tognetti. Mendelssohn. Bach.
Thursday 5 September 2024, 7.30pm
CIVIC THEATRE: Decades Tour Celebrating 35 Years
Belinda Carlisle RESCHEDULED
Tuesday 24 September 2024, 8pm
