Age Recommendation
CATS is suitable for the whole family, but it is best suited to ages 5 years+.
Lyric Theatre, QPAC
6 to 22 Feb 2026
From $79.90
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Groups, Schools
2 hours 20 minutes
(including interval, subject to change without notice)
CATS
LET THE MEMORY LIVE AGAIN
Experience the 40th Australian Anniversary of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s record-breaking musical CATS, coming to QPAC for two weeks only in February.
The coveted role of Grizabella the glamour cat will be played by rising star Gabriyel Thomas. She will be joined by audience favourite Todd McKenney playing the dual roles of Bustopher Jones and Asparagus alongside classical performer Mark Vincent as Old Deuteronomy, with musical theatre star Lucy Maunder as the motherly protector Jellylorum.
Also joining the feline line-up is Des Flanagan as the rebellious Rum Tum Tugger, Jarrod Draper as Munkustrap the storytelling tomcat and Leigh Archer as Jennyanydots. Adapted from TS Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, this “groundbreaking musical” (Daily Express) comes together in a sparkling fusion of music, dance and verse.
On just one special night of the year, all Jellicle cats meet at the Jellicle Ball where Old Deuteronomy, their wise and benevolent leader, makes the Jellicle choice and announces which of them will go up to The Heaviside Layer and be reborn into a whole new Jellicle life.
With timeless music, spectacular sets, breathtaking choreography and of course the unforgettable “Memory“, CATS is a magical musical that is “simply purrfect“ (Daily Mirror).
Let CATS thrill you once again! “It’s the cat’s whiskers” (The Times).
Inexplicably magical.
- First Class Magazine
An immersive spectacle.
- Sydney Morning Herald
Australia’s new 40th anniversary production well and truly delivers.
- Time Out
Important Information
Warning
This production contains flashing lights and visual effects, strobe, pyrotechnics, theatrical smoke and haze. Photography and recordings of any kind during the performance are strictly prohibited.
This production includes moments where the Cats move through the auditorium and amongst the audience. Patrons seated in the front row are advised there will be cats moving near them and are encouraged to place all bags under their seats at the start of the performance.
Accessibility at QPAC
For wheelchair users, Companion Card holders or those requiring assistance, dedicated seating options are available, and bookings can be made through QPAC's Call Centre by calling 136 246. You can also find information on access and accessibility
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