Winner of the 1955 Tony Award for Best Musical—and more than 50 years later, the Tony Award for Best Revival—The Pajama Game is a timeless tale of love, labour, and laughter. With an fantastic score by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross the musical features beloved theatre standards including Hey There, Steam Heat, and Hernando’s Hideaway.
Set in the early 1950s, the story takes place at the Sleep-Tite Pajama Factory, where tensions rise as workers campaign for a 7½ cent pay increase. Amid the unrest, sparks fly between the factory’s new superintendent, Sid Sorokin, and Babe Williams, head of the union grievance committee—setting the stage for both a labour showdown and a romantic tug-of-war.
The original Australian production of The Pajama Game, was presented by J.C. Williamson and premiered at Her Majesty's Theatre in Melbourne in 1957. The production starred Toni Lamond as Babe Williams and William Newman as Sid Sorokin, alongside Keith Petersen as Hines, Jill Perryman as Mabel, Don Richards as Prez, and Tikki Taylor as Gladys.
The Pajama Game will be directed and choreographed by Lisa Callingham, this spirited musical is packed with lively dance numbers and heartfelt performances.
Don’t miss this opportunity to rediscover The Pajama Game—a classic musical brought back to life in true Neglected Musicals style.
Musicals, Classic
All Ages. Children 2 years & under are admitted for free provided they do not occupy a seat.
5th November, 2025
8th November, 2025
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Please note: Wheelchair seating is located in row AA where there is flat floor access.
Access to the Balcony and Tiered Seats is via stairs only so we recommend booking flat floor seating if you have trouble with stairs.
GETTING TO THE VENUE
BY TRAIN: Get off at Central Station and transfer to Light Rail.
BY BUS: Bus route 389 stops at the Maritime Museum, 3 minutes walk from the Sydney Lyric.
BY FERRY: Sydney Lyric is a 2 minute walk away from Pyrmont Bay ferry stop.
BY CAR: Permanent traffic changes are now in place on and around George Street. Motorists travelling to the Sydney Lyric should note, these changes may affect the amount of time that it takes for you to drive & park near the theatre.
Presented by: Neglected Musicals
Directed by: Lisa Callingham
Choreographed by: Lisa Callingham
Cast to be announced soon
Neglected Musicals is a unique theatre initiative dedicated to presenting musicals that have rarely—or never—been performed in Australia. Each presentation offers a rare chance to experience these works in an intimate and engaging format.
The Pajama Game is at Sydney's Foundry Theatre, which is located at 55 Pirrama Road (within the Sydney Lyric at The Star), Pyrmont, Sydney, 2009.
All Ages. Children 2 years & under are admitted for free provided they do not occupy a seat.
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