A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical

Opens November 2026 The inspiring, energy-filled musical memoir
A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical
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Runtime

2 hours and 30 minutes, including a 20 minute interval. Times are approximate and subject to change at any time.

Age Recommendation

Recommended for ages 5 and older. All persons aged 16 and under must be accompanied and sit next to the accompanying adult.

Show Notice

There are some references to mental health struggles, which might not be suitable for younger children. This production uses theatrical haze.

Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart busting, show-stopping American rock icon.

With 140 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like “America,” “Forever in Blue Jeans,” and “Sweet Caroline,” an induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis, Neil Diamond’s story was made to shine on Broadway, where the biggest stars tell their story. 

From the Australian Producers of Jersey Boys and TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir, that tells the untold true story of how America’s greatest hitmaker became a star, set to the songs that defined his career. 

A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL opens at the Sydney Lyric this November.

Broadway’s Will Swenson electrifies audiences. Close your eyes and you’d swear that Diamond himself is on stage performing his string of hits.
FORBES
So Good, So Good, So Good!
Entertainment Weekly
It sends you home hungry to hear the albums again and there is no higher tribute.
The Hollywood Reporter
The biographical drama is a heartwarming celebration of Mr. Diamond’s uplifting music and inspirational life.
The Washington Times

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is there anything I should know before attending A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical?

There are some references to mental health struggles, which might not be suitable for younger children. This production uses theatrical haze.

What is the running time of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical?

2 hours and 30 minutes, including a 20 minute interval. Times are approximate and subject to change at any time.

What is the age recommendation for A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical?

Recommended for ages 5 and older. All persons aged 16 and under must be accompanied and sit next to the accompanying adult.

What time do I need to arrive before a show?

We recommend that you arrive at least 15-30 minutes before the performance starts – or earlier if you would like to enjoy a drink in one of the theatre’s licensed bars.

What if I'm late and the performance has started?

Some events have a ‘lock-out’ policy; a period after the show starts when late-comers are not permitted. Lock-out period vary from show to show. Patrons arriving late will be admitted when there’s a suitable break.