Go on a road trip through the Australian outback with a spunky runaway teenager, two hippies, a wily Uncle, and a German priest in the classic coming-of-age musical Bran Nue Dae. Find out what it means to truly come home at the Riverside Theatre, Parramatta this spring
Why Watch Bran Nue Dae
Why Watch Bran Nue Dae
The classic Aboriginal coming-of-age musical from Jimmy Chi, Bran Nue Dae follows the story of Young Willie, a runaway from mission school who has to journey through the Australian Outback back to his home in Broome, where he must win back the heart of the girl he left behind. His journey through the surreal 1960's Western Australia is broken up by meetings with strange characters and stranger situations. The stage is a recreation of the historic Sun Pictures open-air cinema in Broome, and the costumes are nostalgic and call back an era that has long passed.
The music in the show, a feel-good mash-up of rock-and-roll, gospel, country, and blues music made this first-ever Aboriginal musical a sparkling success in 1990. Now, you can hum along to your favorite hits from the show live!
A dramatic and epic tale told with much humor and hope, this musical is a story for all Australians. As Jimmy Chi once said, “It is my story but it is also yours and everybody else you know who seeks love and happiness in a world clouded by injustice.”
Good For
Fans of Jimmy Chi | Lovers of the original production
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Know Before You Go
Know Before You Go
Show Details
Show Timings
| Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | 7:30 PM | Wed, Thu | 1:00 PM |
| Sat | 2:00 PM |
| Sun | 3:00 PM |
Duration
2 hours 20 minutes, with one intermission.
Leading Roles
Uncle Tadpole played by Ernie Dingo
Willie played by Marcus Corowa
Rosie played by Teresa Moore
Father Benedictus played by Andrew Moran
Marijuana Annie played by Tuuli Narkle
Slippery played by Callan Purcell
Aunty Theresa played by Ngaire Pigram
Director
Andrew Ross
Additional Information
Audience
Suitable for ages 12 and up. This production contains strong language, adult themes and sexual references.
Available Facilities
In-house bar
Wheelchair accessible
Seating
The Riverside Theatre at Parramatta has a seating capacity of 1,062.
Outside Food
Strictly prohibited.
My tickets
My tickets
You will receive an email confirmation along with your mobile voucher shortly. Your tickets will be available at the Box Office of the Riverside Theatre about one hour before the performance. You will need to display a photo ID to collect your tickets.
We would recommend reaching the Theatre at least 30 minutes prior to you show.
Top things to do in Sydney
Browse by themes
Nearby cities to explore
World at your tap.
Get the Headout app to get tickets on your phone and access app-only deals. Talk about win-win.
