The World’s Greatest Stage Musicals will be coming to over 120 cinemas across Australia for a season of must-see shows for theatre enthusiasts everywhere.
Audiences can sit back and relax in the comfort of their local cinema and experience the very best in theatre, with a chance to watch some of the most celebrated productions of recent years.
Whether a seasoned theatregoer or you just want to immerse yourselves with incredible music, drama and performance, the 2025 Season of The World’s Greatest Stage Musicals in cinemas has something for everyone, all in HD on the big screen, experienced with epic state of the art sound.
The 2025 programme includes three seminal productions: Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sequel to The Phantom of the Opera, Love Never Dies; the incredible live arena production of Jesus Christ Superstar starring Tim Minchin and Mel C, and the 20th anniversary celebration of one of the most beloved musicals, Billy Elliot The Musical Live. This is followed by the West End production of the unbelievable true story of America’s most infamous couple, Bonnie & Clyde The Musical; and A Night with Janis Joplin The Musical, an extraordinary musical journey paying homage to Janis Joplin and those who inspired one of rock ‘n’ roll’s greatest legends.
All screenings will be on a limited basis. The programme is as follows:
From 30 January – Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Love Never Dies
Love Never Dies continues the story of The Phantom of the Opera. Featuring one of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s finest musical scores performed by a 21-piece orchestra, a stunning cast of 36 including Ben Lewis and Anna O’Byrne, over 300 incredible costumes and a magnificent set illuminated by over 5000 dazzling light bulbs.
The year is 1907. It is 10 years after his disappearance from the Paris Opera House, and the Phantom has escaped to a new life in New York where he lives amongst the screaming joy rides and freak-shows of Coney Island. In this new electrically-charged world, he has finally found a place for his music to soar. All that is missing is his love, Christine Daaé.
From 6 March – Jesus Christ Superstar Live Arena Tour
Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s rock classic Jesus Christ Superstar returns to its roots with this sensational performance filmed in the UK during the Live Arena Tour at London’s The O2 Arena. An incredible cast, including Tim Minchin as Judas Iscariot, Melanie Chisholm as Mary Magdalene, Chris Moyles as King Herod and Ben Forster as Jesus Christ, perform hit songs including “I Don’t Know How to Love Him,” “Gethsemane,” “Heaven on Their Minds,” “Everything’s Alright,” “King Herod’s Song” and “Superstar” in an exciting and contemporary interpretation.
From 3 April – Billy Elliot The Musical Live
Based on the Academy Award® nominated film, Billy Elliot the Musical has won the hearts of millions since it opened in London’s West End in 2005. Set in a northern mining town, against the background of the 1984/85 miners’ strike, Billy’s journey takes him out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class where he discovers a passion for dance that inspires his family and whole community and changes his life forever. The original creative team behind the film, including writer Lee Hall (book and lyrics), director Stephen Daldry, and choreographer Peter Darling, is joined by music legend Elton John (music) to produce a funny, uplifting and spectacular theatrical experience that will stay with you forever. It was filmed at the Victoria Palace Theatre in London.
From 1 May – Bonnie & Clyde, The Musical
Starring Tony-Nominee Jeremy Jordan and Olivier-Nominee Frances Mayli McCann, this award-winning production (including Best New Musical – What’s On Stage Awards 2023) re-tells the unbelievable true story of America’s most infamous couple, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow. Recorded live at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane, discover the electrifying story of love, adventure and crime that captured the attention of an entire nation.
From 29 May – A Night with Janis Joplin, The Musical
This multi award-winning show captured recently at the Sadler’s Wells Peacock Theatre is an extraordinary musical journey paying homage to Janis Joplin and her biggest musical influences. Like a comet that burns far too brightly to last, Joplin exploded onto the music scene in 1967 and, almost overnight, became the queen of rock and roll. The unmistakable voice, filled with raw emotion and tinged with Southern Comfort, made her a must-see headliner from Monterey to Woodstock. Fuelled by such unforgettable songs as “Me and Bobby McGee,” “Piece of My Heart”, “Mercedes Benz”, “Cry Baby” and “Summertime”, a remarkable cast and breakout performances. A Night with Janis Joplin, written and directed by Randy Johnson, is a musical journey celebrating Joplin and her biggest musical influences — icons like Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Odetta, Nina Simone and Bessie Smith, who inspired one of rock ‘n’ roll’s greatest legends.
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