Theatre fans are in for a treat! Sit back and catch these upcoming theatre shows, comedy acts, and musicals in Singapore.
We’re thrilled to have more local and international theatre shows, comedy acts, and musicals back on stage in Singapore. This year, we’ve got the return of award-winning musicals, modern adaptations of celebrated classics, stories that hit close to home, and talented ensembles waiting to wow us with their acting and singing chops. Presenting the most exciting 2025 theatre shows and musicals in Singapore.
2025 musicals, theatre shows, and comedy acts in Singapore
1. Comedy: Dead Inside by Bianca Del Rio
19 January
Get ready to LOL ‘cos Bianca Del Rio is back, and she’s sassier than ever! The “Queen of Mean” and RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 6 champ brings her brand-new Dead Inside tour to our sunny shores for one night only. Expect a night of razor-sharp wit, scandalous humour, and plenty of laughs as Bianca dishes out her no-filter takes on everything from politics to pop culture. With her iconic sparkly costumes and irreverent charm, you know this show will be anything but tame.
Ticket prices: $78 – $258
Show days and timings: Sunday, 7.30pm
Duration: 75 minutes
Venue: Dead Inside by Bianca Del Rio, University Cultural Centre Ho Bee Auditorium, NUS, 50 Kent Ridge Crescent, Singapore 119279
2. Musical: Sunset Boulevard
7 – 23 February
It’s going to be a night of musical brilliance as Sarah Brightman, the global superstar and musical theatre icon, takes the stage after nearly three decades in a stunning new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard. This timeless masterpiece tells the gripping story of Norma Desmond, a faded silent film star yearning for a Hollywood comeback, and Joe Gillis, a struggling screenwriter drawn into her turbulent world. Their passionate, volatile relationship builds to an unforgettable and sadly, tragic finale.
Brightman brings Norma Desmond to life, delivering powerhouse performances of iconic hits like With One Look and As If We Never Said Goodbye. With dazzling sets, glamorous costumes, and an evocative score, this Golden Age of Hollywood-inspired production is a historic theatre event you won’t want to miss. We’re already thinking about what to wear – lots of sequins and glitter for sure.
Ticket prices: $98 – $1032 (for 4 VIP box seats)
Show days and timings: Tuesday – Friday, 8pm; Saturday, 2pm (only 8 Feb) and 8pm; Sunday, 1pm
Duration: 150 minutes (with a 15-minute intermission)
Venue: Sunset Boulevard, Sands Theatre at Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
3. Stand-up comedy: Russell Howard
11 February
Russell Howard, the “uplifting Comedy King”, brings his world-class humour to Singapore. Known for his razor-sharp wit and unique take on current events, Russell is here to tackle the chaos of the modern world with his signature hilarity. Fans of The Russell Howard Hour will know him for his brilliant commentary and star-studded interviews with icons like Greta Thunberg and Jim Carrey. A night of side-splitting laughs? Count us in!
Ticket prices: $108 – $148
Show day and timings: Tuesday, 8pm
Duration: TBC
Russell Howard, Capitol Theatre, 17 Stamford Road, Singapore 178907
4. The Last Five Years by Jason Robert Brown
12 February onwards; theatre, musical
Directed by Daniel Jenkins with music by Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown, this poignant and powerful musical delves into love, heartbreak, and self-discovery through a unique two-person narrative. Follow Cathy, a struggling actress, and Jamie, a rising novelist, as their timelines unfold in opposite directions. Cathy is moving backward from heartbreak, and Jamie, forward from hope, intersecting in a single, unforgettable moment. Starring Nathan Hartono and Inch Chua, this intimate production elevates storytelling with live music performed by the actors themselves.
Ticket prices: $28 (for 25 years old and below) – $188
Show days and timings: Tuesday – Sunday, 7.30pm; Saturday, 3pm; Sunday, 2pm
Duration: 90 minutes (no intermission)
Venue: The Last Five Years by Jason Robert Brown, KC Arts Centre – Home of SRT, 20 Merbau Road, Singapore 239035
5. Musical: Threads: The Emperor’s New Clothes Musical
8 March onwards
Step into the 90s with Threads: The Emperor’s New Clothes Musical, a fresh, fun twist on the classic Hans Christian Andersen tale. Meet Millie, a talented young fashion designer whose dreams clash with Arnold Wintor (sounds familiar?), the egotistical editor of Emperor Magazine.
When Arnold sets his sights on taking over Millie’s fashion label, Threads, she devises a clever plan to expose his delusions – and maybe, just maybe, leave the emperor without clothes. With a catchy pop score, laugh-out-loud moments, and themes of creativity and courage, this musical is a colourful adventure for the whole fam.
Ticket prices: $27 – $170 (for families of four)
Show days and timings: Monday – Friday, 9.30am and 11.30am; Saturday and Sunday, 11am and 2pm
Duration: 50 minutes (no intermission)
Venue: Threads: The Emperor’s New Clothes Musical, KC Arts Centre – Home of SRT, 20 Merbau Road, Singapore 239035
6. Musical: Wicked
19 March – 20 April
Be spellbound by Wicked as the smash-hit Broadway musical returns to Singapore. Celebrating over 20 magical years, this global phenomenon has millions of fans worldwide and won over 100 major awards, including three Tony Awards and a Grammy.
Step into the Land of Oz for a reimagined tale of friendship, identity, and destiny. Follow the journey of Elphaba, the misunderstood, green-skinned girl, and Glinda, the sparkling blonde, as their rivalry turns into an unlikely bond – until fate takes a twist. We’re still reeling in the success of the movie and reckon this enchanting musical masterpiece won’t be any different.
Ticket prices: $78 – $832 (for four seats)
Show days and timings: Tuesday – Friday, 8pm; Saturday, 2pm and 8pm; Sunday, 1pm, 6pm
Duration: 165 minutes (with a 15- minute intermission)
Venue: Wicked, Sands Theatre at Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
7. Theatre: Supervision
27 March – 12 April
Teck, a 71-year-old retiree, uses a wheelchair after a stroke and insists on returning home. His daughter Jenny hires Yanti, a young Indonesian domestic worker, to care for him. While Yanti follows Jenny’s strict caregiving rules, Teck’s love for indulgent pork belly and the occasional cigarette leads to secret compromises. Somehow, Jenny always seems to know.
Darkly humorous and profoundly moving, Supervision delves into ageing, dignity, and the sacrifices we make for loved ones. This critically acclaimed play stars Julius Foo, Amirah Yahya, and Janice Koh, with direction by Glen Goei.
Ticket prices: $35 – $80
Show days and timings: Tuesday – Saturday, 7.30pm; Sunday, 2.30pm; previews on 27 and 28 March, 7.30pm
Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes (no intermission)
Venue: Supervision, The Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre @ Wild Rice, #04-08 Funan, 107 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179105
8. Musical: Tunggu Sekejap: The P. Ramlee Suite
15 – 31 May
Experience the magic of P. Ramlee like never before in Tunggu Sekejap: The P. Ramlee Suite! Julian Wong, one of Singapore’s most celebrated music arrangers, reimagines the timeless melodies of the legendary Malay film icon into a stunning three-movement masterpiece.
Performed live by the 30-member chamber orchestra under the baton of maestro Foo Say Ming, this concert breathes new life into classics like Azizah, Getaran Jiwa, and Tunggu Sekejap. Directed by the visionary Ivan Heng, the performance weaves music with iconic film clips and stories, celebrating P. Ramlee’s evergreen legacy in a way that’s fresh, contemporary, and unforgettable.
Ticket prices: $35 – $85
Show days and timings: Wednesday – Friday, 7.30pm; Saturday, 2.30pm & 7.30pm; Sunday, 2.30pm; previews on 15 & 16 May, 7.30pm
Duration: 1 hour and 10 minutes (no intermission)
Venue: Tunggu Sekejap: The P. Ramlee Suite, The Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre @ Wild Rice, #04-08 Funan, 107 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179105
9. Musical: The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale
12 – 24 August
Middle-earth fans, get ready! The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale makes its highly anticipated Asia premiere in Singapore this August. Join the Hobbits as they celebrate Bilbo Baggins’ eleventy-first birthday in the Shire, where he gifts Frodo his most precious belonging, a gold ring.
This sets Frodo on a perilous journey across Middle-earth to the darkest corners of Mordor, determined to defeat evil with his loyal Fellowship. With a strictly limited run, this epic production features a dynamic folk-inspired score performed live, blending original music with masterful storytelling.
Ticket prices: $68 – $238
Duration: 2 hours and 55 minutes (with a 20-minute intermission)
Show days and timings: Tuesday – Friday, 8pm; Saturday, 2pm and 8pm; Sunday, 1pm and 6.30pm
Venue: The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale, Sands Theatre at Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
There you have it, the upcoming theatre shows, stand-up comedy, and musicals in Singapore we’re looking forward to in 2025. Stay tuned as we update the list with more! *aaand scene*
