& JULIET

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#Romeo who?
Juliet's just getting started

Created by the Emmy®–winning writer from Schitt’s Creek, this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & JULIET asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way.

With every twist of the tale, & JULIET reimagines iconic pop songs you know and love—in ways you’ll never expect. Featuring 'Since U Been Gone,' 'Larger Than Life,' '…Baby One More Time,' 'I Want It That Way,' 'It’s Gonna Be Me,' 'Roar,' 'It’s My Life,' 'That’s The Way It Is,' and more.

The only thing tragic about this musical would be missing it!

Music by Max Martin & Friends

Book by David West Read

Times

Friday 13 March - 7:30pm

Saturday 14 March - 7:30pm

Sunday 15 March - 2:30pm

Friday 20 March - 7:30pm

Saturday 21 March - 7:30pm

Sunday 22 March - 2:30pm

Q&A Session

Auslan Interpreted

Prices

PREMIUM

Empire Cardholder $78.00

Adult $85.00

Child U18yrs $60.00

GENERAL

Empire Cardholder $58.00

Adult $65.00

Concession (Gov Seniors & Pension Cards) $60.00

Child U18yrs $40.00

Groups 6+ $60.00

Community Ticket $25.00

*a fee of $5 applies per transaction for online bookings.

COMMUNITY TICKET INFO

The Empire is committed to fostering inclusivity by making our events accessible to as many members of the community as possible.

We are offering a limited number of low-cost tickets for each showing of & JULIET for individuals who may not have the means to attend otherwise.

If you’re a not-for-profit, First Nations, multicultural or community organisation looking to book for a larger group, please contact our Ticket Office on 1300 655 299.

Venues

Empire Theatre

Genres

Musical

Accessibility

If you're after wheelchair seating or Companion Card (limited number available) book via our Ticket Office or over the phone on 1300 655 299.

#Meet The Creatives

Director
Tim Hill

NIDA graduate and Matilda Award nominated Queensland-based director of musical theatre, plays, cabaret, dance and film, Tim Hill returns to The Empire to direct the 2026 production of & JULIET after his highly popular production of fairytale comedy Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Broadway Version) in 2024.

Mr Hill’s recent directorial credits including Chicago (Queensland College of Dance/ QDC), Into the Woods & Merrily We Roll Along (Ad Astra Theatre Company) and taking on the role of Resident Director for The Woman in Black (Woodward Productions) starring Daniel MacPherson and John Waters, which premiered at The Empire in 2024 before touring the country.

Mr Hill took on his first director role at The Empire fresh from a successful season of Billy Elliot The Musical at The Star Gold Coast in 2023. His other musical theatre credits include Godspell (QDC – 2023), Mamma Mia! (Star Gold Coast, 2021), Wicked & Fame (Matt Ward Entertainment/HOTA, 2019), Spring Awakening (Underground Broadway 2018- Matilda Nomination for Best Director), Bang Bang: Featuring Ronda Burchmore (TAM Presents/Brisbane Festival 2018), a sold-out production of RENT (QPAC/Matt Ward Entertainment- 2018) and Mary Poppins (Arts Centre Gold Coast 2016).

Choreographer
Tess Hill

Tess Hill is a Brisbane based teacher, choreographer and director. The Empire welcomes Tess back for the third time to choreograph the 2026 production of & JULIET after she brought to life the choreography in two of The Empire's major productions of Mamma Mia! in 2020 and Cinderella in 2024.

Her credits include; Rent (QPAC – choreographer), Spring Awakening (Metro Arts - Assistant Director and assistant choreographer), Mamma Mia (Empire Theatre - Choreographer), I am King I am Queen (Sydney Fringe - Director), Billy Elliot (The Star Gold Coast - Children's Director), Cinderella (Empire Theatre - Choreographer), The Unreal Housewives of the Gold Coast (Grand Electric - Director & Choreographer).

Music Supervisor
Luke Kennedy

Luke Kennedy shot to international attention in 2013 as Ricky Martin’s grand finalist on Season 2 of The Voice Australia. As series runner-up, Luke was the first artist to secure a #1 single on the iTunes charts with ‘Time To Say Goodbye’. He performed with Ricky Martin as a special guest on his 2013 Australian tour and released his debut album, ‘A Time For Us’, which debuted at #6 on the ARIA charts.

Luke has extensive international touring experience with The TEN Tenors and is a founding member of the big band supergroup Swing On This. He has toured the country with The Little Red Company productions From Johnny To Jack, Rumour Has It, Skyfall, Your Song, Golden and There’s Something About Music.

In addition to his performance credits, Luke has considerable experience as a music supervisor and vocal coach. Luke is currently Senior Producer and Music Supervisor for The Little Red Company’s broadcast and theatrical work including Nine Network’s Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols from 2021 to 2024. Luke’s vocal coaching credits include The Voice Australia - Seasons 6, 7, 8 and 9, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University and Creative Generation.

#The story continues on the dancefloor

When the Curtain Falls, the Party's Just Getting Started!

This isn’t some tragic ending. Get ready for a night of pure pop joy as you step into the ultimate afterparty! For two nights only, when & JULIET wraps, Juliet’s Club takes over the Armitage Centre for an all-ages pop-fuelled dance club, complete with a live DJ spinning back-to-back hits.