The Wharf Revue 2025: The End of the Wharf As We Know It

Civic Theatre Newcastle presents a Soft Tread production

After twenty-five years in the harsh and unforgiving spotlight of politics, The Wharf Revue has decided to step away from public life.

"It's an opportunity to spend more time with family," said a spokesperson. "At the end of the day, this is about the need for renewal. We'll serve one last term to max out the super and then try to pick up some kind of consultancy work or do a series of "Survivor" - look, it's too early to say, but it has been an honour to serve the Australian people."

Many public figures who've appeared in the show regularly over the years are lining up for a place in the final hurrah: Keating, Howard, Downer, Costello, Gillard, Abbott, Carr and other throwbacks too numerous to mention. Those who bear the torch of democracy today: Lambie, Hanson, Bandt, Dutton and Albo - a veritable "Who's that?" of Australian politics.

So join us for this joyous yet bitter-sweet send-off to one of the great national theatrical institutions - but please, no flowers by request.

Sidesplitting...countless uproarious moments. – Sydney Morning Herald

✭✭✭✭✭ brilliantly witty, sharp, insightful, and just plain hilarious.  A feat of creativity and laughter. – Stage Noise

The brilliance of the writing and the performance level is virtually unmatched. – Canberra CityNews

May contain strong language and adult themes. Recommended for ages 13+
Running time 90 minutes, no interval. 

Information correct at time of publication. Ticket prices subject to change.

CREDITS

Writers: Jonathan Biggins, Drew Forsythe and Phillip Scott
Co-Directors: Jonathan Biggins and Drew Forsythe
Musical Director: Phillip Scott
Lighting Designer: Matt Cox
Video Designer: Todd Decker
Sound and Video Systems Designer: Cameron Smith
Costume Designers: Hazel and Scott Fisher 

Performed by Jonathan Biggins, Mandy Bishop, Drew Forsythe, Phillip Scott and David Whitney