3 theatre shows and a movie – Mother’s Day experience gift ideas!
What could be better on Mother’s Day than having an absolutely wonderful time together with your mum? Or at least giving her the tickets to! Here are three amazing theatre shows – plus a movie every mum and daughter (or son!) should see together!
My girls and I have been lucky enough to attend and review some of the hottest shows and movies in town lately! Each one has been an incredible experience and absolutely Mother’s Day gift-worthy! Both myself and my girls truly loved each experience – and what could make a more perfect for Mother’s Day gift than giving the opportunity for you to spend more time together? (Plus you can buy the tickets online – last minute Mother’s Day gift problem solved!)
In the order that we saw them, here are our three favourite theatre show and movie recommendations for Mother’s Day…
1 – 9 to 5 The Musical – in Sydney, then Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide
A smash hit in London’s West End, 9 to 5 The Musical is a bright, colourful, fun and often hilarious musical. Presented and introduced by the stunning Dolly Parton (a star of the original 9 to 5 movie), the all-star Australian cast (including non-other than Marina Prior, Casey Donovan, Erin Clare, Eddie Perfect and Caroline O’Connor!) is just amazing – such outstanding singing and dancing! To see so much talent together on one stage is a real treat. It was clear that entire theatre audience was absolutely loving the show – everyone was roaring, laughing and basically riveted- especially us! Family friendly and lots of fun, don’t miss 9 to 5 The Musical – it makes a wonderful night out! But hurry – Sydney closes this weekend on Mother’s Day, so get your tickets now!
You can use your NSW Discover Vouchers or NSW Parent Vouchers when you purchase your tickets to 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL in person at the Capitol Theatre box office.
Suitable for: all ages
How much: Standard Ticket from $79 each Buy tickets here
Where: Capitol Theatre, Sydney
When: Sydney shows end on Mothers Day 08/05/2022, show then moves on to Brisbane (May), Melbourne (July) and Adelaide (October)
More info and tickets at the official website here
See our Instagram post about 9 to 5 The Musical with more photos here
Watch our 9 to 5 The Musical special performance experience on YouTube
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2 – Downton Abbey – A New Era movie
The verdict – it was amazing. This historical drama featuring the Crawley family and their below-stairs servants is always a treat to behold. Full of everyone’s beloved characters, DOWNTON ABBEY – A NEW ERA totally lived up to expectations. The audience was so engaged all the way through, and when the movie was over we all couldn’t help but break into loud applause. Once again, Downton had made us both laugh and cry. Run – or put on your best 20’s strut like we did – but don’t delay to see this gorgeous new movie with mum!
You can use your NSW Discover Vouchers or NSW Parent Vouchers when you purchase cinema tickets at most large cinemas
Suitable for: Rated PG
How much: Standard cinema ticket prices
Where: National release – only in cinemas
When: From April 28th 2022
More info and tickets at the Universal Pictures official website here
See our Instagram post about the Downton Abbey Premiere with more photos here
Watch our Downton Abbey Sydney Movie Premiere event on YouTube
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3 – SIX The Musical – in Canberra, then Adelaide, Melbourne, New Zealand, Brisbane
Rock concert meets musical theatre, SIX THE MUSICAL is a high energy, often hilarious modern re-telling of the stories of the wives of Henry VIII. With no interval and high energy, super-catchy numbers, this is an incredibly entertaining show that grabs you and doesn’t let you go from start to finish. From the moment the curtain raises the six Queens absolutely own the stage. Incredible dancing and singing rule the Royals here, with glitter, glam and a whole lot of sass – this musical is an absolute don’t-miss, and perfect for you and mum to enjoy together – because Queens Rule!
Suitable for: all ages
How much: Canberra Premium Ticket $119 each Buy tickets from the Canberra Theatre here
Where: Canberra Theatre, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
When: Canberra shows end on 15/05/2022, show then moves on to Adelaide, Melbourne, New Zealand and Brisbane
More info and national tickets from the SIX official website here
See our Instagram post about SIX The Musical with more photos here
Watch our SIX Canberra Opening Night experience on YouTube
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4 – An American In Paris – The Musical – in Sydney, Perth, Adelaide
An absolute smorgasbord for the eyes, this old school Broadway musical is a sheer delight to witness. The Australian Ballet meets Musical Theatre to bring technical dancing to this gorgeously romantic musical. The result – incredible dancing AND singing which you simply never want to end. The Gershwin score soars as you follow this comedy of romantic errors between a young American soldier and a beautiful French girl (Robbie Fairchild & Leanne Cope) – with the audience alternately squealing, laughing and clapping spontaneously along – it’s just-that-good! This is the perfect mother-daughter evening out – what a wonderful Mother’s Day gift this would make!
You can use your NSW Discover Vouchers or NSW Parent Vouchers when you purchase your tickets to An American In Paris at Theatre Royal Sydney
Suitable for: all ages
How much: Ticket from $89.95 (average $129.95) each Buy tickets here
Where: Theatre Royal, Sydney
When: Sydney shows end on 12/06/2022, show then moves on to Perth (July) and Adelaide (January 2023)
More info and national tickets at the official website here
See our Instagram post about An American In Paris with more photos here
Watch our An American In Paris Opening Night experience on YouTube
Don’t miss another of our Australian family YouTube videos! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel here
Need more ideas? Check out our April movie reviews here
Have you attended any of these shows, or do you plan to go? Tell me, or ask your questions in the comments below…
All information is correct as at May 2022 – theatre seat prices vary according to their position – please check the official websites as linked above for relevant, up to date information and prices.
We were invited guests to all of the above shows and movie, and I speak from personal experience. As always, all opinions remain firmly my own.
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