Colour and Light: The Art of Sondheim

Colour and Light: The Art of Sondheim 2025

Theatre Works and Watch This

CO-ARTISTIC DIRECTORS
Melanie Hillman
Dean Drieberg

MUSICAL DIRECTOR
Dr. Trevor Jones

An intimate, new, revue celebrating the maestro of musical theatre.

Step into the dazzling world of Stephen Sondheim with Colour & Light: The Art of Stephen Sondheim, a spellbinding new revue from Australia's Sondheim repertory company, Watch This. After 10 acclaimed productions, Watch This invites you on a journey through the genius of one of musical theatre's greatest storytellers.

This handpicked collection blends Sondheim's most cherished songs with lesser-known treasures, celebrating his unmatched ability to capture the complexities of the human experience. From moments of heartbreak to bursts of hilarity, each piece reveals the wit, depth, and emotional resonance that define Sondheim's work.

Presented through Watch This' innovative and distinctly Australian lens, this production offers a fresh perspective on Sondheim's artistry, breathing new life into his extraordinary repertoire. Performed in an intimate setting, Colour & Light invites audiences to connect deeply with the music, lyrics, and stories that have captivated generations.

Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to his work, this brand-new revue promises an unforgettable evening of theatrical magic. Join us as we honor the legacy of a master and uncover the artistry that continues to inspire. Prepare to experience Sondheim in a whole new light.

Presented Sep 15th - Sep 27th, 2025 at Theatre Works

Credits

Featuring:

Vidya Makan (Green Room Award and Sydney Theatre Award nominee, Hamilton, Six), Johanna Allen (Green Room Award winner, Sweeney Todd, The Phantom of the Opera), Nick Simpson-Deeks (Green Room Award winner Deadloch, Sunday In The Park With George), and Jacob Rozario (Dear Evan Hansen, & Juliet). 

Rob Sowinski – Design
Tomas Strode – Sound Design
Jacques Cooney Adlard – Lighting Assistant
Ella Thompson – Stage Manager

We are also deeply indebted to the following individuals and organisations for their support in realising this
production: Jane Hayes Consulting (social media), Joan and John Betts, Chris and Brian Price, Dan Price, Dean Schulz, Prof. Ken Sloan, Bryn Cullen, Ned Wright Smith, Eric Harding, Athol Hawke, Ben Fon (Production Photography), Annie Gleisner, ART ETC Collection, Anne Muirhead, Betty Auhl, Nick McInerney and Qaim Collective.