By Peter Kemp
Princess theatre
Melbourne
Jesus Christ – Super Star
Is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary series oof events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ, as seen through the eyes of Judas.
Reflecting the rock roots that defined a generation, the legendary score includes I Don’t Know How to Love Him, Germane and Superstar.
A global phenomenon that has wowed audiences for decades, Jesus Christ Superstar’s iconic 1970s rock score was originally released as a concept album and opened on Broadway in 1971.
The original Australian production opened in Sydney in May 1972, followed by seasons at the Palais Theatre, Melbourne and other cities, playing for more than 700 performances.
The original London production ran for over eight years.
By the time it closed after 3358 performances, it had become the longest-running musical in West end history at the time.
Season: 16 March – 22 June 22.
Burrinja Theatre
The Waifs – Regional tour 2025.
Following the success of their recent Australia-wide, sold-out 55 “Up All Night” 25th Anniversary album tour, The Waifs continue to forge a proudly independent path with no signs of slowing down.
The band are thrilled to add additional; regional shows on their 2025 touring plans.
The original independent avant-garde folk heroes turned multiplatinum-selling, multiple ARIA Award-winning international touring outfit have released eight LP’s.
From bustling cities to regional and coastal towns, The Waifs continue to share their folk-infused, feel-good sounds with adoring, multi-generation audiences thanks to their enchanting live shows and affable natures.
Season: Tuesday 18 March at 7.30pm at Burrinja Theatre.
Old Man Luedecke – Festival of Folk
Old Man Luedecke is one of Canada’s best loved and most intriguing toot’s singer-songwriters.
Known for his masterful banjo playing, he was born and raised in Toronto and now lives rurally on the south shore of Nova Scotia.
With a storyteller’s heart, his narrative0driven songs are playful, coy and soul-warming, his music appeals to anyone looking for new growth from old roots.
Season: Thursday 13 March at 8pm in the Lyre Room.
The 1812 Theatre
Spider’s Web by Agatha Christie
Clarissa, the second wife of Henry Hailsham-Brown is adept at spinning tales of adventure for their bored diplomatic circle.
When murder takes place in her drawing room, she finds live drama much harder to cope, especially as she suspects the murderer might be her young step-daughter Pippa.
Worse still, the victim is the woman who broke up Henry’s first marriage.
Clarissa’s fast-talking places her in some hair-raising situations as she comes to learn that the facts are much more terrifying than fiction.
Season: 20 February – 15 March.
Gemco theatre
Take Ten – Ten X Ten Minute Plays.
ABOUT THE EVNET:
Come along to an informal and welcoming audition where you can read the top ten scripts and get involved with Take Ten 2025.
Take Ten is a great chance to get on stage without lots pf rehearsal commitment and with a short script.
Once our cast is selected you can have your rehearsals wherever you like or a space can be arranged at Gemco for rehearsal time.
Directors and cast must be able to attend these dates for preparation and rehearsals
Thursday 13 March at 7.30pm.
Monday 28 April at 7.30pm.
Time and Location:
22 February from 1pm to 4pm.
19 Kilvington Drive, Emerald.
