CALAMITY JANE

Next date: Friday, 23 October 2026 | 07:30 PM to 10:00 PM

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Moncrieff Entertainment Centre presents A Queensland Theatre Company production:

CALAMITY JANE

Adapted by Ronald Hanmer and Phil Park
From the stage play Charles K. Freeman
After the Warner Bros. film written by James O'Hanlon
Lyrics by Paul Francis Webster
Music by Sammy Fain
Directed by Richard Carroll
By arrangement with Music Theatre International (Australasia) Pty Ltd

Presented in association with One Eyed Man Productions, Neglected Musicals and Hayes Theatre Co

Photo: Morgan Roberts

The raucous revival that celebrates the wildest woman in the Wild West

Welcome to the rough-and-tumble town of Deadwood, where swaggering sharpshooter Calamity Jane is mocked and admired in equal measure. Deadly with a whip or a quip, her bluster and bravado mask a longing for something deeper.

Cabaret daredevil Naomi Price (Drizzle Boy, Ladies in Black) slips into Jane's trail-worn boots for this rootin', tootin', unruly and unpredictable ride - a bold reimagining of the classic musical that brings a barrelful of dirt, grit and heart to the stage.

Join Calamity's piano-fuelled posse and pull up a stool at one of the on-stage saloon tables to be part of the action. This intimate, immersive experience ropes audiences right into the story, making every performance a must-see event.

This revival features all your favourite numbers - including Secret Love and The Black Hills of Dakota - but this ain't the Doris Day's Calamity Jane, no siree. This stripped-back staging shucks off the buckskin and digs deeper into the grit, humour and heart of the frontier legend.

Hailed as "outstandingly clever... gut-bustlingly funny [and with] an extraordinarily generous heart"(The Australian), saddle up and ride before dawn 'cause these here tickets will fly out the door faster than you can crack a whip!

"Deliriously funny, impeccably staged. Beg, borrow, hold up a stagecoach, rob a Wells Fargo - but make sure you get a ticket." - Brisbane Times

"This heart-warming, hilarious musical ticks every box for a fabulous night out."- ArtsHub

Naomi Price appears courtesy of The Little Red Company.

2 hours and 30 minutes | including interval

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Onstage Saloon Table Seating

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Onstage Saloon Seating as featured in Calamity Jane at the Fairfax Studio, Arts Centre Melbourne.

From the moment you enter the theatre, you’re swept into the Golden Garter Saloon. Alive with drinkers, gamblers and the constant threat of chaos, setting the scene for an unruly, unpredictable ride. This is especially true for the dozens of audience members seated onstage at the saloon tables, who find themselves becoming part of the raucous revival whenever they least expect it.

Join Calamity Jane’s piano-fuelled posse and pull up a stool at one of the onstage tables to dive right into the action.

Onstage Saloon Table Seating FAQ's

Why can't I purchase single seats?

Saloon Seating will be sold in tables of 2 ONLY.

Is there audience interaction involved with Saloon Table Seating?

Saloon Table Seating may include moments of audience interaction.

What if I arrive late to my Saloon Table Seating?

In the event of late arrival, staff will guide patrons to their seats at an appropriate moment during the performance.

Is there a bag policy for Saloon Table Seating?

Due to limited space in the Saloon Table Seating area, large backpacks, shopping bags, oversized packages, and bulky outerwear are not permitted within this seating section.

Can I record the performance from my Saloon Table Seating?

Photography, video and audio recordings are not permitted during the performance.

Is food permitted in the Saloon Table Seating?

Food is not permitted in the Saloon Table Seating.

Are beverages permitted in the Saloon Table Seating?

Beverages are permitted but must be poured into the plastic cups provided before taking your seats.

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Creative Team

Key Creatives

Director Richard Carroll
Musical Director Nigel Ubrihien
Choreographer Cameron Mitchell
Designer Lauren Peters
Lighting Designer Trent Suidgeest

Original Production Credits

Producer Richard Carroll
Associate Producer Michelle Guthrie
Assistant Producer Virginia Gay
Head of Production Jack Daniel Woods
Assistant Director Dash Kruck

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This project is supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.

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