Waitress - Sydney Lyric Theatre

Runtime

2 hours and 30 minutes, including a 20 minute interval

Age Recommendation

Recommended for those aged 13 and above

Show Notice

Contains mature language and themes, including domestic violence

Everyone deserves a slice of happiness!

Broadway’s smash-hit musical WAITRESS is baking its way to Australia for the very first time! Inspired by Adrienne Shelly’s beloved film and brought to life by a trailblazing creative team, including a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson, an original, uplifting score by Grammy® winner Sara Bareilles (Love Song, Brave) and direction by Tony® winner Diane Paulus, WAITRESS is the irresistible hit about resilience, friendship and hope.

Starring acclaimed powerhouse Natalie Bassingthwaighte as Jenna alongside show-stopping Gabriyel Thomas as Becky, theatre favourite Mackenzie Dunn as Dawn, charismatic stage and screen star Rob Mills as Dr Pomatter and legend of Australian entertainment John Waters as Joe.

This heartwarming and empowering musical tells the story of Jenna, a small-town waitress and expert pie maker who longs to escape her rocky marriage and start again. When a baking contest, an unexpected new romance and the support of her fellow waitresses offer her a taste of change, Jenna discovers that the secret ingredient to happiness might be closer than she ever imagined.

WAITRESS has captivated audiences around the world and is “a slice of 5-star musical pie” - The Times

Cast availability

Please note that Natalie Bassingthwaighte is unavailable to perform on the 29 and 30 August 2026. Rob Mills is unavailable to perform on the 29 August 2026.

Showtimes for Waitress

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A little slice of heaven

Entertainment Weekly

Made from the finest ingredients

Time Out

Meet the cast of the show

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

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

Please note that Natalie Bassingthwaighte is unavailable to perform on the 29 and 30 August 2026. Rob Mills is unavailable to perform on the 29 August 2026.

Natalie Bassingthwaighte

Jenna

Gabriyel Thomas

Becky

Mackenzie Dunn

Dawn

Rob Mills

Dr Pomatter

John Waters

Joe

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is there anything I should know before attending Waitress?

Contains mature language and themes, including domestic violence

What is the running time of Waitress?

2 hours and 30 minutes, including a 20 minute interval

What is the age recommendation for Waitress?

Recommended for those aged 13 and above

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.