Hailed as a ‘funny, feminist triumph’ (The Guardian) and earning multiple five-star reviews in its sold-out premiere season, the joyous My Brilliant Career returns in 2026. 

Led once more by the formidable Kala Gare – and featuring much of the original cast of dynamic actor/musicians – this smash-hit musical earned critical acclaim and five Green Room Awards, including Outstanding Production.  

Set in the sweeping landscapes of 1890s Australia, the electric reimagining by Sheridan Harbridge, Dean Bryant and Mathew Frank transforms Miles Franklin’s literary heroine into a singer-songwriter for this very moment. Unapologetically ambitious, Sybylla Melvyn is wholly uninterested in the future society expects of her. Instead, she marches to the beat of her own drum, challenging class, gender and family to find her own voice. 

With a powerhouse score blending contemporary pop, bush ballad and raucous pub rock, this exhilarating return is a must-see for all ages.

TOUR DATES & LOCATIONS

Melbourne | 23 January to 28 February | Southbank Theatre, Melbourne Theatre Company

Canberra | 7 March to 15 March | Canberra Theatre, Canberra Theatre Centre 

Sydney | 21 March to 26 April | Roslyn Packer Theatre, Sydney Theatre Company 

Wollongong | 8 May to 17 May | Illawarra Performing Arts Centre, Merrigong Theatre Company