It's Showtime in Melbourne: Beetlejuice the Musical Raises the Dead – and the Roof

Beetlejuice the Musical

A Wickedly Fun Spectacle Hits the Stage

The Netherworld has never looked so alive. Melbourne’s Regent Theatre has officially become the spookiest and most side-splitting venue in town with the Australian Premiere of Beetlejuice the Musical. Opening to glowing five-star reviews and a wave of audience adoration, this stage adaptation of Tim Burton’s cult classic film is being hailed as a theatrical knockout.

Critics Are Bewitched

The critics haven’t held back. The Age gave the production a full five stars, declaring it “the show to see.” The Guardian called it “a hell of a lot of fun,” and night after night, audiences are proving them right with standing ovations and non-stop laughter. With its combination of cheeky humour, eye-popping visuals, and show-stopping performances, this musical is a deliciously dark delight.

Whether you're a lifelong fan of the film or stepping into Beetlejuice's twisted world for the first time, the show delivers on all counts — irreverent, outrageous, and loaded with theatrical tricks you’ll be talking about long after the final curtain.

From Melbourne to the World Stage

Beetlejuice the Musical

The chaos doesn’t stop in Australia. Following its celebrated Melbourne run, Beetlejuice the Musical is preparing to haunt stages around the globe. The first stop is Abu Dhabi in November, where audiences will experience the wild ride for the first time in the Middle East. Then it’s off to Singapore in January 2026, with the Esplanade Theatre set to host the Asian premiere of this wickedly fun production.

Joining the international run is Broadway star Andy Karl, who will reprise his role as Beetlejuice in these global performances. With his magnetic charm and manic energy, Karl is sure to raise the stakes — and a few eyebrows — as the ghost with the most.

A Must-See for Musical Fans and Film Buffs Alike

This is not your typical musical. With jaw-dropping sets, a devilishly catchy score, and a script bursting with hilarious one-liners, Beetlejuice blends spectacle and satire in equal measure. It’s bold, brash, and full of surprises — perfect for a night out that’s anything but ordinary.

Whether you’re in Melbourne now or catching it overseas soon, make sure Beetlejuice the Musical is on your must-see list. Just don’t say his name three times.

Booking Information

Venue: Regent Theatre, Melbourne
International Tour:
Abu Dhabi – November 2025
Singapore – January 2026
More info and tickets: https://beetlejuicethemusical.com.au

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