Shirley has been playing Mrs. Claus at David Jones for forty years. Ever since she landed the role from a cattle call in 1983 out at a warehouse in Mascot, she’s taken pride and joy in taping down the white wig, patting on the rouge, and blowing the dust off her sparkling one-liners to delight children and parents as Santa’s finest off-sider. But this year, she turns up to work in early November, and is unceremoniously given her notice. Mrs Claus, say The Management, is “lacking in relevance”.

Merry & Bright

Hayes Theatre Co

In this hilarious and exhilarating story, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a rollercoaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell a story to win a prize like no other – the chance to return to life. Bursting with witty, memorable songs and featuring some of the most compelling characters in modern musical theatre, this remarkable show makes a uniquely uplifting and deeply funny case for what makes a life worth living.

Richard Carroll

Events

Upcoming events

Nov 28 - Dec 21, 2025

Merry & Bright · Hayes Theatre Co.

Past events

Nov 28 - Dec 21, 2025

Merry & Bright · Hayes Theatre Co.

May 23 - Jun 22, 2024

Ride The Cyclone · Hayes Theatre Co.

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