The Gospel According to Paul at Arts Centre Melbourne tickets
About The Gospel According to Paul
The sermon on the mount returns to our stages for a victory lap as Jonathan Biggins – co-creator and star of The Wharf Revue and one of Australia’s favourite comic actors – transforms into the visionary, reformer and rabble-rouser, Paul Keating.
Exploring the former PM’s landmark political achievements and personal obsessions, The Gospel According to Paul takes the light on the hill and shines it on a man who grew up in the Labor Party at the knee of Jack Lang, approached economics as an artform, and demanded we confront the wrongs of our past. This production captures Keating’s eviscerating Question Time wit and wraps it up in a Zegna suit.
Run time
1hr 30min. No interval.
Categories
Age
Ages 15+.
Start date
20th October, 2026
End date
1st November, 2026
Venue
Playhouse | Arts Centre Melbourne
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible. An Assistive Hearing system is available. Assistance Animals are welcome in all areas of Arts Centre Melbourne and water bowls are available on request.
Directions
BY TRAIN: The closest train station is Flinders Street Station. Exit the station onto Swanston Street, turn your back on the city and walk across Princes Bridge.
BY TRAM: The tram routes that stop in front of Arts Centre Melbourne are: 1, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67 and 72. This stop is number 14 – “Arts Precinct"
BY BICYCLE: Bicycle lanes run north and south along St Kilda Road. On-street bicycle hoops are available outside Hamer Hall and the Theatres Building (under the Spire)
BY CAR: Arts Centre Melbourne's paid undercover car park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There is extremely limited street parking.
More information about The Gospel According to Paul
★★★★★ "With fresh takes on Keating’s recent media moments and zeitgeist zingers, no scumbag is safe in this show, not even our humble narrator...hilariously funny, astute, inspiring show." - Limelight Magazine
★★★★★ A masterclass in biographical theatre. Biggins’ superb acting alone carries the play but his sparkling and provocative script, channelling the protagonist’s characteristic acerbic wit, elevates the performance to another level. - ArtsHub
★★★★½ A rare treat. - Stagenoise
Writer/performer: Jonathan Biggins
Director: Aarne Neeme
Designer: Mark Thompson
Lighting Designer: Verity Hampson
Sound and Video Designer: David Bergman
Producer: Jo Dyer
Technical Director: Marcus Kelson
Touring Technician: Sam Read
Company Stage Manager: Tanya Leach
Frequently asked questions
What is the running time of The Gospel According to Paul?
The Gospel According to Paul runs for 1hr 30min. No interval.
Which theatre is The Gospel According to Paul at?
The Gospel According to Paul is at Southbank's Playhouse | Arts Centre Melbourne, which is located at 100 St Kilda Road, Southbank, 3006.
How much are tickets for The Gospel According to Paul?
The Gospel According to Paul tickets start at $100.
What is the age recommendation for The Gospel According to Paul?
Ages 15+.
How do you get tickets for The Gospel According to Paul?
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How long is The Gospel According to Paul on for?
Tickets for The Gospel According to Paul are available through 1 November 2026 — check the calendar for the latest availability.
Is The Gospel According to Paul accessible?
The venue is wheelchair accessible. An Assistive Hearing system is available. Assistance Animals are welcome in all areas of Arts Centre Melbourne and water bowls are available on request.