Back to the Future

Find tickets
From September 2025
Back to the Future
Show promotional image

Runtime

2 hours 40 minutes in length (including a 20 minute interval)

Age Recommendation

Suitable for a general audience aged 6 and up.

Show Notice

The show includes flashing lights, strobe effects, smoke/haze and pyrotechnics throughout.

Take an electrifying ride back in time

BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical is coming to the Sydney Lyric from September for its Australian Premiere. Take an electrifying ride back in time with London’s Olivier Award-winning best new musical, adapted for the stage by the creators of the original movie trilogy.

Starring Tony Award-winner Roger Bart, who originated the iconic role of Doc Brown on the West End and Broadway, and rising star Axel Duffy as Marty McFly. They lead an outstanding cast including Ashleigh Rubenach as Lorraine Baines, Ethan Jones as George McFly, and Javon King as Goldie Wilson

Welcome to Hill Valley! When Marty McFly finds himself transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changes the course of history. Now he’s in a race against time to fix the present, escape the past and send himself… back to the future.

Book your tickets yesterday!

Lyric Deluxe

Make your time at the Sydney Lyric extra special with a Lyric Deluxe ticket.

Lyric Deluxe tickets must be sold in pairs. For example, 2, 4 or 6 seats must be chosen.

When two (2) Lyric Deluxe seats are purchased, you will receive the following package:

  • 1 Souvenir Program (1 for each pair);
  • 2 Glasses of French Champagne (or other bar selection);
  • 2 Famous Choc Top Ice Creams; and
  • A selection of handmade chocolates to share

You must collect your package from the Lyric Deluxe counter in the foyer before the show. Patrons must show their ticket.

Buy Lyric Deluxe tickets
An usher wearing a red coat uniform holds two glasses of champagne in their hands. Their head is cut off.

Meet the cast of the show

The appearance of any cast member is subject to change and may be affected by holiday, illness, or events beyond the production's control.

View the full cast list on the Back to the Future website.

No refunds or exchanges will be offered as a result of an artist’s unavailability to perform at any performance.

Roger Bart

Roger Bart

Doc Brown

Axel Duffy

Axel Duffy

Marty McFly

Ashleigh Rubenach

Ashleigh Rubenach

Lorraine Baines

Ethan Jones

Ethan Jones

George McFly

Javon King

Javon King

Goldie Wilson / Marvin Berry

Thomas McGuane

Thomas McGuane

Biff Tannen

Troy Sussman

Troy Sussman

Doc Brown (Standby)

Anton Berezin

Anton Berezin

Strickland

Emma Feliciano

Emma Feliciano

Jennifer Parker / Ensemble

Emily Wood

Emily Wood

Linda McFly / Ensemble

Sienna Embrey

Sienna Embrey

Clocktower Woman / Ensemble

Frequently Asked Questions

View all FAQs

Is there anything I should know before attending Back to the Future?

The show includes flashing lights, strobe effects, smoke/haze and pyrotechnics throughout.

What is the running time of Back to the Future?

2 hours 40 minutes in length (including a 20 minute interval)

What is the age recommendation for Back to the Future?

Suitable for a general audience aged 6 and up.

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?

Live theatre has a ‘lock-out’ policy; a period after the curtain goes up when late-comers are not permitted to enter the auditorium. Lock-out periods are set by the production and vary from show to show. Patrons arriving late will be admitted when there’s a suitable break in the performance.