Being Alive

The Music of Stephen Sondheim

Performances from 25 June 2025

Approximately 80 minutes – no interval

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Directed by Sonya Suares

Presented by Hayes Theatre Co

An exquisitely moving and exhilarating concert of songs by the greatest musical theatre mind of all.

Being Alive celebrates Hayes audiences’ love affair with Sondheim, following acclaimed, award-winning, and sold-out seasons of Assassins (2017), Merrily We Roll Along (2021), and A Little Night Music (2023).

After directing a host of Sondheim musicals across her career, Sonya Suares (The Lucky Country) works with four extraordinary performers to honour the great man’s legacy. Musical Director Luke Byrne leads a refined and intimate three-piece band for this unique concert event.

How startling and original all of his work is. He didn't comply with styles. He created them.

Barbra Streisand

Without question, the best Broadway lyricist, past or present.

Arthur Laurents

Every Sondheim song is a three-act play set to beautiful music.

Carol Burnett

Like Shakespeare, there are so many layers to his words and imagery. You can revisit their works time and time again, and there is always something new to discover.

Barbara Cook

Prices

Previews
Adult $69
Concession/Group (8+) $64
Under 35 $55

Mid-Week Matinees
Adult $69
Concession/Group (8+) $64
Under 35 $55

Weeknights & Saturday Matinees
Adult $74
Concession/Group (8+) $69
Under 35 $65

Friday & Saturday Evenings
Adult $79
Concession/Group (8+) $74

*Concession prices apply to Seniors, Pensioners, Students and MEAA members.

Times

Monday 6:30pm
Tuesday – Saturday 7:30pm
Thursday 1:00pm
Saturday 2:00pm

*No matinee performance on Thu 26 Jun
*Post show Q&A on Fri 27 Jun

Running Time

Approx. 80 minutes – no interval

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible

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Content Warnings

This production contains adult themes, mild coarse language, the use of imitation firearms and gunshot sounds, flashing lights and theatrical haze.

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  • Creatives

    Starring Blazey Best, Lincoln Elliott, Kala Gare and Raphael Wong

    Director Sonya Suares
    Musical Supervisor Luke Byrne
    Musical Director Michael Tyack
    Choreographer Amy Zhang
    Lighting Designer Lucia Haddad
    Sound Designer Em-Jay Dwyer
    Stage Manager Milly Grindrod

  • Accessibility

    Wheelchair Seating

    A limited number of accessible seats are available in the front row of the theatre (A13-A15). These, as well as Companion seats, can be purchased through the ‘Book Now’ link.

    Please contact the box office on (02) 8065 7337 if you have any questions regarding our accessibility.

    For further information on our accessible practices and facilities, please head to our Accessibility Page.

Being Alive

The Music of Stephen Sondheim

Performances from 25 June 2025

Approximately 80 minutes – no interval

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