As producers continue to see the value of touring productions West, a plethora of musicals will continue to tour to Perth in 2025.
In the last twelve months, Perth has witnessed some dazzling productions including Chicago, Mary Poppins, & Juliet, Tina – The Tina Turner Musical and the locally produced Hairspray. Within the next six months, Perth will continue to have the chance to see some new and exciting musicals from Broadway and the West End.
Wicked
Crown Theatre Perth: 15 December 2024 – 2 February 2025
Currently in its twenty second year on Broadway, the Australian Wicked witches will end their Australian tour in Perth. One of the few cities in the world that will enable Wicked devotees the chance to witness the stage show and part one of the movie in the same day!
The prelude to the Wizard of Oz, Wicked tells a tale long before Dorothy arrives. A young woman, Elphaba is born with emerald-green skin, who is smart, fiery, misunderstood and possessing an extraordinary talent. She meets a bubbly blonde, Glinda who is exceptionally popular.
Their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships until the land of Oz decides that one is “good” and the other is “wicked.” And entwined into the tale audiences discover how the scarecrow, tinman and lion become a part of the journey along the yellow brick road.
The cast is led by Courtney Monsma as Glinda and Sheridan Adams as Elphaba. Perth native and favourite Todd McKenny returns to play the Wizard, while Madame Morrible will be played by Jennifer Vuletic, Liam Head as Fiyero, Paul Hanlon as Dr Dillamond and Kurtis Papadinis as Boq.
Due to a huge demand, extra performances until 2 February 2025 have been released. So be sure to secure your tickets now! Bookings: www.ticketmaster.com.au
Jesus Christ Superstar
Crown Theatre Perth: 15 February – 7 March 2025
The iconic global phenomenon, Jesus Christ Superstar, arrives in Perth in February. Described as a mesmerising new production, the 2025 revival will feature Robert Tripolino as Jesus. Joining him are Javon King as Judas and Mahalia Barnes as Mary. Globally renowned comedian, singer, and writer Reuben Kaye will play Herod and Peter Murphy Pilate.
Featuring lyrics and music by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winners Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, Jesus Christ Superstar dramatises the final weeks of Jesus Christ’s life through the perspective of Judas. The legendary score features hits like I Don’t Know How to Love Him, Gethsemane, Everything’s Alright and Superstar. Bookings: www.ticketmaster.com.au
The Lord of the Rings – The Musical
Crown Theatre Perth: 19 March – 4 April 2025
Embark on a new journey, as this timeless tale unfolds in an intimate and critically acclaimed theatrical production. The Lord Of The Rings returns home to Middle-earth to capture imaginations and hearts, like never before.
The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale features a book and lyrics by Shaun McKenna (Maddie, La Cava) and Matthew Warchus (Groundhog Day) and original music by Academy Award winner A.R. Rahman (Bombay Dreams, Slumdog Millionaire), Finnish folk band Värttinä, and Tony Award winner Christopher Nightingale (Matilda the Musical).
Take your seat, in the company of Hobbits, and join the cast for a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical event that will enchant both lifelong fans and new generations alike. The Perth cast includes Rarmian Newton as Frodo Baggins, Jemma Rix as Galadriel, Ian Stenlake as Saruman, Rob Mallett as Strider, Laurence Boxhall as Gollum and Terence Crawford as Gandalf. Bookings: www.ticketmaster.com.au
Sister Act – a divine musical comedy
Crown Theatre Perth: 26 April – 11 May 2025
The global smash hit musical sent from above, is touring Perth from April. Based on the film, which quickly became a global phenomenon, Sister Act is set to light up Crown Theatre.
Starring Casey Donovan as Deloris Van Cartier, Genevieve Lemon as Mother Superior and Rhonda Burchmore as Sister Mary Lazarus, don’t miss your chance to witness three extraordinary talents of the Australian stage.
The award-winning musical features original music by Tony and 8-time Oscar award-winner Alan Menken (Disney’s Aladdin, Enchanted, The Little Mermaid). This brand-new soundtrack is inspired by Motown and fuelled with soul and disco. Bookings: www.ticketmaster.com.au
Beauty and the Beast
Crown Theatre Perth: from July 2025
For the first time, Disney’s timeless classic Beauty and the Beast will tour Perth. Based on the 1991 movie the production tells the tale of the relationship between the beast, a prince who is magically transformed into a monster and Belle, a young woman whom he imprisons in his castle in exchange for her father’s freedom.
To break the curse, the Beast must learn to love Belle and earn her love in return before the last petal from an enchanted rose falls, or else he will remain a monster forever! With a score by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman and Tim Rice it includes such classics as Belle, Gaston, Human Again, If I Can’t Love Her and Be Our Guest. Join the Waitlist!
After seeing Dear Evan Hansen in Sydney recently, l am hoping Perth audiences get the chance to witness this amazing production and cast. The movie just didn’t do it justice.
Images: Crown Theatre Perth (sourced) | Courtney Monsma as Glinda and Sheridan Adams as Elphaba in Wicked – photo by Jeff Busby | The Cast of Jesus Christ Superstar (Sydney) – photo by Jeff Busby | The Lord of the Rings – The Musical (Chicago Shakespeare Theatre) – photo by Liz Lauren | Sister Act – a divine musical comedy – photo by Daniel Boud | Shubshri Kandiah and Brendan Xavier in Disney’s Beauty and The Beast – photo by Daniel Boud
Words: Craig Dalglish