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Duration

2 hrs 40 mins with interval

Closing Date

Until January 25, 2026

Age limit

Suitable for 6+ yrs

Why Watch Back to the Future: The Musical?

  • This award‑winning musical offers a dynamic, all‑singing and all‑dancing adaptation of the classic 1985 film loved by millions.
  • The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Musical and multiple WhatsOnStage Awards for lighting, sound and video design..
  • A high‑energy blend of sci‑fi, comedy, romance and nostalgia ensures appeal for families, movie fans and musical lovers alike.
  • Expect breakthrough stagecraft: projections, special effects, strobe lights and a near‑full‑scale DeLorean on stage transform Hill Valley into reality
  • The Australian premiere at Sydney Lyric Theater opens in September 2025 with Tony Award‑winner Roger Bart reprising Doc Brown alongside a top local cast.

Back to the Future: The Musical brings the 1985 Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale film to life on stage. With music by Alan Silvestri, lyrics by Glen Ballard, and direction by Tony Award‑winner John Rando, this Olivier Award‑winning production debuted in Manchester and West End before Broadway success. The Sydney cast features Australia’s rising talent: Axel Duffy as Marty McFly, Ashleigh Rubenach as Lorraine Baines, Ethan Jones as George McFly, and Javon King in dual roles as Goldie Wilson and Marvin Berry.A 68‑person production team built the set and props over five months, including a 90% scale, automated DeLorean time‑machine, extensive illusions, projection design, live orchestra, sound and lighting effects Expect both original songs and classics from the film—“The Power of Love,” “Johnny B. Goode,” “Earth Angel,” and “Back in Time.” The creative team includes award‑winning designers and illusion experts delivering vivid staging, automated set pieces and a functional-looking DeLorean car. Critics in the UK praised it as “a blast… packs more energy than a nuclear reactor.

Storyline

In 1985, Marty McFly accidentally triggers Dr. Emmett Brown’s time‑traveling DeLorean and is thrust back to 1955. Stranded in his parents’ youth, Marty must navigate high school drama and ensure they fall in love—or risk erasing his own existence. Through music and movement, Back to the Future Sydney reimagines this iconic tale with humor, heart, and suspense. Who will save Hill Valley—the past or the future?

Show timings

Show timings for Back to the Future: The Musical may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.

Cast & Crew

  • Leading roles: Axel Duffy as Marty McFly, Roger Bart as Doc Brown, Ashleigh Rubenach as Lorraine Baines, Ethan Jones as George McFly, Javon King as Goldie Wilson / Marvin Berry, Thomas McGuane as Biff Tannen, and Emma Feliciano as Jennifer Parker.

  • Director: John Rando

  • Producers: John Frost and Colin Ingram

  • Book / writer: Bob Gale

  • Choreographer: Chris Bailey

  • Music / composer: Alan Silvestri

  • Lyrics: Glen Ballard

  • Set and costume designer / stage designer: Tim Hatley

  • Lighting designers: Tim Lutkin and Hugh Vanstone

  • Sound designer: Gareth Owen

  • Video designer: Finn Ross

  • Illusions and special effects designer: Chris Fisher

  • Musical supervision and arrangements: Nick Finlow

  • Orchestrations: Ethan Popp and Bryan Crook

  • Dance arrangements: David Chase

Top songs

Expect electrifying renditions of iconic hits from the film including “The Power of Love,” “Johnny B. Goode,” “Earth Angel,” and “Back in Time,” alongside original songs by Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard created exclusively for the stage.

Age Suitability

  • This show is suitable for ages 6 and above.

  • Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!

  • Most theatere are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.

Sydney Lyric Theater

The Sydney Lyric Theatre , is a modern, flexible theatre seating between 1,350 and 2,005 seats, thanks to movable walls installed in a post‑2017 renovation. Opened in 1997 and updated in 2018 and 2017, it’s hosted major musicals including Hamilton, Wicked, Mary Poppins, and Strictly Ballroom. Foundation Theatres’ signature design allows more intimacy between stage and audience, combining innovation with world-class comfort.

Getting There

  • Address: 55 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont NSW 2009, Australia

Facilities & Accessibility

Available facilities: cloakroom, Bar, restrooms (toilets), box office, and light refreshments through foyer bars.

Accessibility: wheelchair seating available in Row P (stays seated) and transfer seats in Row Q (for those who move into theatre seat) in Stalls. Ramp/lift access to Stalls foyer via The Star car park and drop‑off zone. Accessible restrooms in both Stalls and Dress Circle foyers. Companion card bookings, hearing loop in Stalls, and optional RF receivers available

Additional Information

  • Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
  • Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
  • Outside food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.

Tickets Redemption

You will receive an email with your Back to the Future voucher. No need to print. Please carry a valid Photo Id for identification.

Cancellation & Refunds

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Frequently asked questions

The cost of the tickets starts from AUD $65, with standard adult pricing ranging from approximately $99 to $220, depending on seat type and location.