Music, Book and Story by Steve Martin
Music, Lyrics and Story by Edie Brickell
Presented by Sport For Jove Theatre Company in association with Hayes Theatre Co
“The point of diving in a lake is not immediately to swim to the shore…”
The NSW premiere of the ingenious and inspiring musical by the superb Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Drawn from a true story and featuring a Tony-nominated score, Bright Star tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ‘40s.
When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past, and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives.
With stunning melodies, gorgeous actor-centric theatricality and powerfully moving characters, the story is an evocative tapestry of deep emotion. An uplifting journey, Bright Star is as refreshingly genuine as it is daringly hopeful.
Prices
Previews
Adult $75
Mid-Week Matinees
Adult $85
Concession $79
Group (8+) $75
Weeknights & Saturday Matinees
Adult $85
Concession $79
Group (8+) $75
Friday, Saturday & Sunday Evenings
Adult $89
Concession $85
Group (8+) $79
*Concession prices apply to Seniors, Pensioners, Students and MEAA members.
Times
Tuesday – Saturday 7:30pm
Thursday 1:00pm (SEPT 18 Only)
Saturday 2:00pm
Sunday 5:00pm
*No matinee performance on Sat 6 Sep
Running Time
Approx. 2 hours and 30 minutes – including interval
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Additional Info
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Cast & Creatives
Starring:
Alice Murphy Hannah McInerney (she/her)
Jimmy Ray Kaya Byrne (he/him)
Billy Cane Cameron Bajraktarevic-Hayward (he/they)
Lucy Deirdre Khoo (she/her)
Margo Genevieve Goldman (she/her)
Daddy Cane/Daryl Jack Green
Mayor Seán van Doornum (he/him)
Mama Murphy Katrina Retallick (she/her)
Daddy Murphy Rupert Reid
Ensemble/Band Alec Steedman (he/him/they/them)
Ensemble/Band Victoria Falconer (she/her)
Ensemble/Band Jarrad Payne (he/him)
Edna/Cover Molly Margaret Stewart (she/her)
Florence/Cover Olivia Tajer (she/her)
Max/Cover Felix Staas (he/him)Co-Director Miranda Middleton (she/her)
Co-Director Damien Ryan (he/him)
Musical Director Alec Steedman (he/him/they/them)
Choreographer Shannon Burns (she/her)
Set Designer Isabel Hudson (she/her)
Lighting Designer James Wallis (he/him)
Costume Designer Lily Mateljan
Wardrobe Manager Bernadette Ryan (she/her)
Sound Designer Jarrad Payne (he/him)
Stage Manager Amy Lawler (she/her)
Assistant Stage Manager Jemima Owen (she/her)
Music Supervisor Victoria Falconer (she/her)
Accent Coach Laura Farrell
Creative Producer Chris Tomkinson (he/him)
Producer Isabella Milkovitsch (she/her)
Marketing Manager David Soncin (he/him) -
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.