Mack the Knife
5 OCT - 7 NOV
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Presented by Hayes Theatre Co
Book, Music and Lyrics by Steven Kramer
Directed by Sheridan Harbridge
Gallops across town
A gangly Kiwi racehorse. A trainer down on his luck. A nation ready to believe in a long-shot.
Phar Lap: The Electro-Swing Musical is the rags-to-riches story that galloped into history – reimagined with heart, wit, and a toe-tapping electro-swing score. The road isn’t easy – there are gambling scandals, double-crosses, an attempted shooting, and a career-threatening addiction to sugar. It’s high stakes, high drama, and highly historically accurate.
Phar Lap boasts an irresistible electro-swing score, with inspirations from Duke Ellington to Daft Punk. Brassy, lively and retro – these songs will take you from the race course to the rave hall.
It was an unprecedented sell-out hit at Hayes in 2025. Now Phar Lap returns to Sydney in an expanded, unbridled production playing at Carriageworks, before a national tour including seasons at Melbourne Theatre Company, Merrigong Theatre Company, Geelong Arts Centre, The Art House Wyong, and more.
Winner 2025 Sydney Theatre Awards
Best Production of a Musical
Best Direction of a Musical: Sheridan Harbridge
Best Performance in a Leading Role in a Musical: Joel Granger
Prices
Premium
Previews
Full price $79
Mid-week matinees
Full price $99
Weeknights/weekend matinees
Full price $99
Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings
Full price $119
A Reserve
Previews
Full price $79
Mid-week matinees
Full price $94
Concession/Group (8+) $84
Weeknights/weekend matinees
Full price $94
Concession/Group (8+) $84
Under 35 $79 (Tuesdays only)
Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings
Full price $109
*Concession prices apply to Seniors, Pensioners, Students and MEAA members.
Times
Tuesdays 6:30pm
Wednesdays to Saturdays 7:30pm
Thursdays and Saturdays matinee 2:00pm
Sundays 5:00pm
Subscriber Q&A | 6:30pm Tuesday 20 July
*no matinee Thursday 8 July
Running time
Approximately 105 minutes – no interval.
Venue
Carriageworks
245 Wilson St, Eveleigh
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Content warnings
The productions contains strobe, flashing lights, theatrical haze, gunshot sound effects, adult themes and many horse puns. Recommended for 12+.
Additional Info
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Cast and Creatives
Book, Music and Lyrics Steven Kramer
Director Sheridan Harbridge
Musical Supervisor David Gardos
Musical Director David Youings
Choreographer Ellen Simpson
Set Designer Hailley Hunt
Costume Designer Mason Browne
Lighting Designer Trent Suidgeest
Sound Designer Liam Roche
Arranger and Orchestrator Jack Earle
Orchestrator and Track Producer Steve ToulminStarring Joel Granger
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Accessibility
To ensure your visit is an enjoyable one, please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any Access requirements: +61 2 8571 9099 Wed-Sun, 10am – 5pm or [email protected]
Site access
An access ramp leading to the main entrance is located at street level at 245 Wilson Street.Venues within the Carriageworks precinct are all level access. If you are attending for a theatre show, raked seating may be in place. To arrange accessible seating, contact us +61 2 8571 9100 Wed-Sun, 10am-5pm or email [email protected].
Accessible parking is available at the end of Carriageworks Way. Enter via 229 Wilson Street.
Taxis and rideshare services can enter at 229 Wilson Street for level access entry.
The closest train station with wheelchair access is Redfern Station which recently underwent upgrades to improve accessibility, however Platforms 11 and 12 (Eastern Suburbs Railway and Illawarra Line) are only accessible via stairs or escalator. Read more here.
Accessible seating
To book accessible seating for theatre shows, please get in touch. Up to two accompanying patrons can buy tickets in the accessible area.Companion cards
People who hold a valid Companion Card will be issued a complimentary ticket when they support a ticketholder with a disability or frailty. To reserve tickets please call Carriageworks on +61 2 8571 9100 Wed-Sun 10am-5pm or email [email protected]. You may be asked to present your Companion Card at the event. Please note: other presenting companies may not always accept companion cards.Facilities and services
The Carriageworks car park includes three mobility parking spaces.
Public accessible toilets are located within the main building.
Service animals are welcome throughout the precinct.
Seating is available throughout the Carriageworks Public Space.
Carriageworks does not have a hearing loop.Please call Carriageworks on +61 2 8571 9099 Wed-Sun 10am-5pm or email [email protected] for event specific information or further assistance ahead of your visit.
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How do I get there?
Train
Carriageworks is easily accessible by train. Walk eight minutes from Redfern Station, ten minutes from Macdonaldtown Station or 15 minutes from Newtown Station.Bus
Bus routes 422, 423, 426, 428, 370, 352 stop on City Road at Sydney University, a five minute walk from Carriageworks.Bike
There are bike lanes on nearby streets and bike racks on Wilson Street at the the top of the stairs, near the main entrance. -
Parking
Limited on-site parking is available at the end of Carriageworks Way. Enter via 229 Wilson Street.
Additional parking may be available at South Eveleigh, 2 Central Avenue, a 15-minute walk to Carriageworks via the Redfern footbridge and Little Eveleigh Street. For more details, visit the South Eveleigh website.
We encourage using public transport whenever possible.
Developed for tour with the support of the Creative Futures Fund: Development Stream.
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