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

Anastasia The Broadway Musical, the romantic and adventure-filled hit musical inspired by the beloved film, is coming to Australia for the first time!

Nancye Hayes

Events

Upcoming events

Sep 16 - Oct 25, 2026

Anastasia · Opera Australia

Past events

Nov 28 - Dec 21, 2025

Merry & Bright · Hayes Theatre Co.

Future and recently performed repertoire

Dowager Empress in Anastasia by Flaherty

Opera Australia

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