


AUSTRALIAN OPEN serves up sharp comedy in the world of high-pressure tennis, where ambition is everything, egos wear short shorts, and love is the wildcard no one can coach you through. Our rising star player is on track for greatness - sponsorships, fame, the whole glittering future - and he knows it. His boyfriend? He’s trying to keep up, hold tight, and work out whether he’s a partner, a prop, or just the ball boy in someone else’s spotlight.
AUSTRALIAN OPEN is a comedy about love, competition and the thin line between inspiration and self-destruction. Sometimes the greatest opponent isn’t across the net - it’s the one you kiss goodnight. Bright. Queer. Fast-paced. Very funny. Grab your seat, grab your drink - and prepare for balls to fly.
1hr 15min. No interval.
Suitable for mature audiences. Recommended 15+ (Under 15 at parental discretion.)
21st January, 2026
31st January, 2026

Theatre Works Theatre Works is wheelchair accessible for audience members and performers. We have step-free access except to the seating bank. Our seating bank has 16 stairs to the top of the rafters.
GETTING TO THE VENUE
BY TRAM: Tram routes: 12, 16 & 96.
BY BUS: Bus routes: 600 Southland Shopping Centre to St Kilda Station / 623 Glen Waverley to St Kilda Station / 246 Elsternwick to Clifton Hill.
BY CAR: There is limited street parking available - it is advisable to arrive early to avoid disappointment.
WRITTEN BY: Angus Cameron
DIRECTED BY: Riley Spadaro
SET & COSTUME DESIGNER: Harry Gill
LIGHTING DESIGNER: Sidney Younger
SOUND DESIGNER & COMPOSER:: Jack Burmeister
STAGE MANAGER: Clara Camm
PRODUCED BY: Theatre Works
CAST
Jane Montgomery Griffiths
Eddie Orton
Sebastian Li
Alec Gilbert
Melissa Kahraman