YOUTH MUSICAL: Strictly Ballroom the Musical - Harristown SHS, Empire Theatre

Title: Strictly Ballroom The Musical

Presented By: Harristown State High School Arts Department

Genre: Musical / School Production

Synopsis: Strictly Ballroom The Musical tells the inspiring and heartwarming story of Scott Hastings, a championship ballroom dancer who breaks all the rules to dance his own steps and follow his heart. With all the sparkle and Aussie humour of Baz Luhrmann’s iconic 1992 film, this feel-good musical features dazzling choreography and beloved songs like “Love is in the Air”, “Time After Time”, and “Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps”. Full of vibrant characters, heartfelt moments, and toe-tapping tunes, this production is a celebration of individuality, self-expression, and the courage it takes to stand out.

Written By:

• Created by Baz Luhrmann

• Book by Baz Luhrmann & Craig Pearce

• Adapted by Terry Johnson

• New Musical Numbers by David Foster, Sia, Isaac Hasson, Bernie Herms, Mozella, Theron Feemster, Craig Pearce, Eddie Perfect, Linda Thompson, Elliott Wheeler

• Orchestrations by Simon Hale

Performance Dates:

• Friday 20 June 2025

• Saturday 21 June 2025

Performance Times:

• Friday: 10:00am & 7:00pm

• Saturday: 1:00pm & 7:00pm

Performance Location and Address: Armitage Centre, Empire Theatre, Neil Street, Toowoomba QLD

Ticket Costs:

• Adult: $35.00

• Empire Cardholder: $32.00

• Concession: $29.00

• Child (Under 18): $29.00

Ticket Link: Book via Empire Theatre

Recommended Age: PG – family-friendly with mild language

Duration:

• Act One: 60 minutes

• Interval: 20 minutes

• Act Two: 60 minutes