Midsumma Festival 2026

Australian Open

Serving scandal, smashing egos, and dripping sweat -- welcome to the Australian Open you've never seen before. 
From acclaimed queer playwright Angus Cameron (Dirt, Iphigenia in Splott), comes a razor-sharp new comedy that takes audiences courtside, where ambition, lust and rivalry collide in spectacular fashion. Under the blazing summer sun, the world's most famous tennis tournament becomes the backdrop for a wickedly funny exploration of love, fame and the messiness of desire. 
Australian Open dives into the private lives of players, fans, and lovers, smashing through the glossy surface of sport to reveal a world that's gloriously camp, unapologetically queer, and dangerously seductive. Relationships are tested, boundaries are pushed, and the line between winning and losing becomes hilariously blurred -- both on and off the court. 
Directed by Riley Spadaro, this production brings together a knockout creative team to deliver a fast, funny and fiercely theatrical experience. Expect a rally of biting wit, bold characters and outrageous twists that will keep you gripped from the first serve to match point. 
Whether you're a tennis tragic, a comedy fan, or simply up for a night of high-energy queer theatre, Australian Open promises a match you'll never forget. Grab your seat, raise your racquet, and get ready for a game where the stakes are as hot as the players. 
"Wickedly funny and gloriously queer." -- Stage Whispers 
"Angus Cameron serves up a smash-hit -- sharp, sexy and unmissable." -- Australian Arts Review 
"A wild rally of lust, fame and rivalry." -- The Age 
"Camp, biting and unapologetic -- a perfect match for Midsumma." -- Time Out

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