Want a front row seat to some of the best musicals and stage productions coming down under this year? Not to worry, Perth has a few of the most popular productions on offer this theatre season and they are definitely not to miss.
We’ve got a stacked lineup of the upcoming theatre shows and musicals Perth is scoring this year that’ll have you snapping up tickets, from broadway hits to world-renowned plays. So book in that early bird pre-show dinner and prepare to be entertained.
Footloose! The Musical
Planet Royale, Northbridge
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The 80s phenomenon Footloose is back in this brand new remastered production that will have you dancing in the aisles. You can expect to hear the iconic hits you know and love as you join Ren, the city kid turned rebel, as he shakes up a small town where music and dancing are outlawed. The electrifying choreography and feel-good story will leave you on your feet and cheering for more.
The Details:
When: May and June 2025
Where: Planet Royale, 12 Lake St, Northbridge WA 6003
Get tickets here.
How The KKK Saved The Day
The Blue Room Theatre, Northbridge
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After a successful run during The Blue Room Theatre’s 2024 Summer Nights Season, the Klan is back and better than ever! Inspired by too many real-life racist regimes, Perth-based writer and comedian Amri Mrisho aims to deconstruct the workings of systematic racism, featuring an array of musical comedy to tackle racism in a manner that is both fun and emotionally honest. With a combination of outlandish hilarity and clever wit, this is a show that you’ll never forget.
THE DETAILS
When: 21 May - 14 June 2025
Where: The Blue Room Theatre, 53 James St, Northbridge
Get tickets here.
INXS Reimagined
Crown Theatre, Burswood
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Perth Symphony Orchestra is bringing back its sell-out sensation, INXS Reimagined, to Crown Theatre for one night only – a powerful tribute to one of Australia’s most iconic rock bands, brought to life with a full orchestra, choir, and talented soloists. Guests can expect an electrifying setlist of INXS classics in a must-see symphonic celebration.
THE DETAILS
When: 14 June 2025
Where: Crown Theatre Perth, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood WA 6100
Get tickets here.
WALLPAPER
The Blue Room Theatre, Northbridge
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It’s 1892. The sun’s down, the candle’s lit, and a young mum is secretly journaling her spiralling thoughts, all while trapped in a room with the most cursed wallpaper imaginable and a husband who’s more controlling than caring. Welcome to WALLPAPER, the latest from Monkey Brain, and it's eerie, emotional, and unforgettable.
Directed by award-winner Yvan Karlsson (Hell Is Other People) and starring the phenomenal Clea Purkis (Everything Flickers), this one-woman show is a modern twist on the iconic feminist short story The Yellow Wallpaper.
THE DETAILS
When: 10 - 28 June 2025
Where: The Blue Room Theatre, 53 James St, Northbridge
Get tickets here.
Never Have I Ever
Heath Ledger Theatre
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Black Swan State Theatre Company of WA is set to premiere Never Have I Ever this June at the Heath Ledger Theatre. A bold, darkly funny debut play by The Guilty Feminist creator Deborah Frances-White, it explores identity, power, and morality as a dinner party between close friends spirals into a night of explosive revelations and shifting dynamics.
Featuring a standout cast including WA actors Emily Rose Brennan, Deep Sroa, and Will O’Mahony, the production blends sharp social commentary with theatrical tension. Known for her fearless feminist voice and international acclaim, Frances-White brings her first major stage work to Perth audiences, promising a night that’s gripping, provocative, and not to be missed.
THE DETAILS
When: 14 June - 6 July 2025
Where: Heath Ledger Theatre, 174/176 William St, Perth WA 6000
Get tickets here.
Child
The Blue Room Theatre, Perth
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Child is a lively, soul-stirring blend of music, dance and spoken word that invites you to pause and reconnect with your inner child. Created by one of Perth’s most exciting musicians and multidisciplinary performers, Pavan Kumar Hari was inspired by his experiences of graduating from his studies and heading into the industry at full sprint. In Child, Hari invites audiences to Saraswati Mahavidyalaya (SMV), the centre for performing arts, where Hari grew up, to listen to and reconnect with their internal voice and childhood spirit.
The show draws inspiration from Western and Indian storytelling methods, and is joined onstage by harpist Kira Gunn (WA Symphony Orchestra; WA Ballet) and performer-dancer Mani Mae Gomes (A Resting Mess; Oddysea). Child is an invitation for
grown-ups feeling the weight of life’s demands to rekindle the joy, curiosity and freedom our inner child still holds. You can expect a cosy night of live music and dance in a well-loved Northbridge venue.
THE DETAILS
When: 8 July - 19 July 2025
Where: The Blue Room Theatre, 53 James Street Mall, Perth WA 6000
Get tickets here.
Disney’s Beauty And The Beast
Crown Theatre, Burswood
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A tale as old as time, Disney’s reimagined Beauty and the Beast is landing in Perth next year after making waves in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne. The production stars a stellar Australian cast of unparalleled musical theatre talent, along with jaw-dropping sets with over 2,000 individual lights and costuming (yep, Lumiere’s flames are real) to truly bring you into a whimsical wonderland.
It’s taking over Crown Theatre in July 2025, and if you sign up for tickets before Friday 29 November you’ll get first dibs on presale that kicks off Tuesday 3 December.
THE DETAILS
When: July 2025
Where: Crown Theatre Perth, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood WA 6100
Sign up for presale tickets over here.
Bruised
The Blue Room Theatre, Perth
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The Blue Room Theatre presents Bruised, a thought-provoking and emotionally powerful play that explores the themes of change, resilience and the power of human connection through the stories of women from different walks of life. The show takes the audience on a journey through the lives of three women: a former astronaut, a birdwatcher and a migrant. The play challenges us to consider how we, like its characters, adapt to life’s challenges and find strength in our shared experiences. Through the lens of women’s perspectives, Bruised provides a fresh, intimate view of global themes and inspires hope for the future.
THE DETAILS
When: 8 July - 26 July 2025
Where: The Blue Room Theatre, 53 James Street Mall, Perth WA 6000
Get tickets here.
Plied And Prejudice
His Majesty's Theatre, Perth
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Plied and Prejudice is a comedy adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel, telling the story of Elizabeth Bennet and Mister Darcy like you've never seen before. The show sees five actors scrambling to play 20 characters in the 90-minute act. Get prepared for a night of love, lust and libations with awkward proposals and scandalous elopements. One thing's for sure, it'll be a night you won't forget.
THE DETAILS
When: 18 July - 17 August 2025
Where: His Majesty's Theatre, 827-905 Hay St, Perth WA 6000
Get tickets here.
Cirque Du Soleil Corteo
RAC Arena, Perth
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Prepare for an unforgettable experience! The Cirque du Soleil is bringing their most incredible production, Corteo, to you for the very first time. This one-of-a-kind show combines the passion of artists with the grace and power of acrobats, creating a theatrical world of fun, comedy, and spontaneity. It’s the perfect family night or date night, set in a mysterious space between heaven and earth. Due to the exceptional amount of demand, six new shoes have been added for Perth. Don't miss your chance to witness the breath-taking production.
The Details
When: Friday 8 August to Sunday 17 August
Where: RAC Arena, 700 Wellington St, Perth WA 6000
Get tickets here.
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
His Majesty's Theatre & Mandurah Performing Arts Centre
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After a series of acclaimed performances in London’s West End and an extensive international tour spanning over 50 countries, The Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to captivate audiences worldwide, returning to Australia in August for the most extensive nationwide tour yet.
Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the international hit show tells the story of the origins and meteoric rise of Simon & Garfunkel blended together seamlessly with a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more.
THE DETAILS
When: 15, 16 and 17 August 2025
Where: 15 and 16 August at His Majesty’s Theatre, 17 August at Mandurah Performing Arts Centre
Get tickets here.
Here You Come Again
Regal Theatre, Subiaco
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Regal Theatre presents Here You Come Again, a dazzling musical comedy packed with Dolly Parton's greatest hits. The hilarious, feel-good musical blends sharp comedy, touching storytelling and iconic songs as it explores how our love for Dolly can guide us through some of life's most challenging moments. The national tour will be stopping in Perth this August.
THE DETAILS
When: 22 August - 31 August 2025
Where: Regal Theatre, 474 Hay St, Subiaco WA 6008
Get tickets here.
Dirty Dancing In Concert
Riverside Theatre, Perth Convention and Exhibiton Centre
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Get ready to sing, sway, and full-blown dirty dance as the iconic ‘80s film hits Perth with a wild new twist. Dirty Dancing in Concert is not your average movie night, it’s a full-screen film with a live band and singers performing every single track in sync with the action.
From the steamy romance to the killer soundtrack, it’s everything you love about the movie, louder, bolder, and with a party-ready encore where the crowd takes over.
THE DETAILS
When: 21 September 2025
Where: Riverside Theatre, 21 Mounts Bay Rd, Perth WA 6000
Get tickets here.
CATS The Musical
Crown Theatre, Burswood
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Meow! Record breaking musical CATS is set to embark on an anniversary tour around Australia this year, 40 years after its debut run in Sydney, and has just announced it’ll be sashaying its way to Perth this November. Incredible vocals and iconic numbers (hello, Memory) combine with furry fun for a performance like no other.
With a stacked cast including the likes of Todd McKenney, Gabriyel Thomas, Mark Vincent and Lucy Maunder, this is one you won’t want to cat nap on. CATS hits Crown Theatre in November 2025, but you can jump on the waitlist now to get your paws on first tickets.
THE DETAILS
When: November 2025
Where: Crown Theatre Perth, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood WA 6100
Sign up for presale tickets over here.
Anastasia
Crown Theatre, Burswood
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Get ready to embrace the opulence and spectacle of Imperial Russia, as Broadway’s hit musical Anastasia makes its Australian premier, landing on Perth stages in 2026. Prepare to fall in love with orphan Anya and conman Dimitri as they search for the truth behind Anya’s long lost identity, all set to an incredible beltable score.
The show will be dancing into Crown Theatre in March 2026, after premiering in Melbourne’s Regent Theatre later this year, but you can join the waitlist now to be the first to know when tickets go on sale.
THE DETAILS
When: March 2026
Where: Crown Theatre Perth, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood WA 6100
Join the waitlist here.
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