My Fair Lady to Return to Sydney Opera House in September 2026
Musical Returns for 70th Anniversary
Lerner and Loewe's My Fair Lady will run at the Sydney Opera House's Joan Sutherland Theatre from 10 September to 31 October 2026, marking 70 years since its Broadway debut.

Presented by John Frost for Crossroads Live and Opera Australia, the production is a recreation of the 2016 Australian staging directed by Julie Andrews. The show features classic numbers including 'Wouldn't It Be Loverly?', 'I Could Have Danced All Night', and 'Get Me to the Church on Time'.
Cast and Venue Details
Nathaniel Parker stars as Professor Henry Higgins alongside Claire Lyon as Eliza Doolittle. Returning cast members include Reg Livermore, Robyn Nevin, and Tony Llewellyn-Jones, with Freddy Hellier making his mainstage debut and Anne Wood also appearing.

The performance runs for approximately 180 minutes with one interval and is suitable for all ages. Young people under 15 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Performance Schedule and Accessibility

Showtimes vary throughout the week, including 7:30pm evening performances, 1:00pm or 2:00pm matinees, and 3:00pm Sunday shows. An audio-described performance is scheduled for Sunday, 11 October 2026, at 3:00pm, providing free headsets for blind or low-vision guests. Captioned performances using the GoTheatrical app will also be available.
Ticket Information
Standard adult ticket prices for Sunday through Friday shows and Saturday matinees range from $50 for F Reserve up to $359 for House Seats (Premium sits at $299, A Reserve at $279, B Reserve at $249, C Reserve at $219, D Reserve at $159, and E Reserve at $99). Concessions and child discounts apply to select tiers, while Saturday evening tickets span $50 to $359 across reserves. A transaction booking fee of $8.95 applies. Tickets are available directly from the Sydney Opera House and Opera Australia.

