CODA Presents: Into the Woods

Join CODA as we bring Stephen Sondheim's beloved musical Into the Woods to life on stage! Weaving together some of your favourite fairy tale characters, this enchanting and thought-provoking musical explores what happens after happily ever after.

Filled with stunning music, unforgettable characters, humour, heart, and a touch of magic, Into the Woods is a timeless story about wishes, family, responsibility, and discovering what truly matters.

ABOUT THE SHOW

A Baker and his Wife desperately wish for a child. Cinderella dreams of attending the King's Festival. Jack hopes his cow will give milk. Little Red Riding Hood sets off through the woods to visit her grandmother.

When a mysterious Witch reveals that their wishes can only be granted by venturing into the woods and completing a magical quest, their stories become intertwined in unexpected ways. But as wishes come true, the characters soon discover that every wish comes with consequences.

Winner of multiple Tony Awards, Into the Woods is one of Stephen Sondheim's most celebrated musicals, blending beloved fairy tales with a rich and moving story about community, sacrifice, and growing up.

🎟️ TICKETS

General Admission/Adult: $50
Concession/Student: $42 (Including accessible seating options)
Kids under 12: $38

🎟️ PERFORMANCE DATES

Friday, 14 August (Opening Night) - 7:00 pm [SOLD OUT]
Saturday, 15 August - 1:00 pm [SOLD OUT]
Saturday, 15 August (Alternate Cast Performance) - 7:00 pm [SOLD OUT]
Sunday, 16 August - 4:00 pm [SOLD OUT]

Wednesday, 19 August - 7:00 pm [SOLD OUT]
Thursday, 20 August - 7:00 pm [SOLD OUT]
Friday, 21 August - 7:00 pm [SOLD OUT]
Saturday, 22 August (Alternate Cast Performance) - 1:00 pm [SOLD OUT]
Saturday 22 August (Closing Night) - 7:00 pm [SOLD OUT]

Content Advisory: Into the Woods contains themes of loss, grief, death, and peril, as well as moments that may be frightening for younger audience members. The production also includes depictions of coercive romantic behaviour and unwanted physical advances that some audience members may find distressing. Parental guidance is recommended.

CAST

LEADS

🌲 Narrator / Mysterious Man played by Jason Kennedy-Davidson

✨ The Baker played by Chris Rutter

🌲 The Baker's Wife played by Tessa Marsden

✨ The Witch played by Claire Garment

🌲 Cinderella played by Tahlia Allen

✨ Jack played by Alexander Miech

🌲 Little Red Riding Hood played by Piper Ellis

✨ Cinderella's Prince / Wolf played by Maximilian Kendrick

🌲 Rapunzel's Prince played by Hudson Perry

✨ Milky White played by Olive Caraturo

🌲 Jack's Mother played by Olivia Dustmann

✨ Rapunzel played by Bailee Guyer

SUPPORTING & ENSEMBLE

🌲 Granny played by Katie Clements

✨ Cinderella's Stepmother played by Adele Beaumont

🌲 Lucinda played by Isabella Mitchell

✨ Florinda played by Ingrid Hermenegildo

🌲 Cinderella's Mother played by Emma Gibbons

✨ Cinderella's Father played by Raven Amigable

🌲 The Steward played by Jody Villanova

✨ Snow White played by Ava Pepper

🌲 Sleeping Beauty played by Ruby Rogaris

✨ The Giant played by Emma Gibbons

ALTERNATE CAST

🌲 Narrator / Mysterious Man played by James Waters

✨ The Baker played by Blake O'Brien

🌲 The Baker's Wife played by Shani Patel

✨ The Witch played by Lucinda Sherington

🌲 Cinderella played by Kate Bradshaw

✨ Little Red Riding Hood played by Katie Clements

🌲 Granny played by Emma Gibbons


Our Alternate performers will be appearing at the following performances:

💚Saturday, 15 August - 7:00 pm Show

💚 Saturday, 22 August - 1:00 pm Show

BAND

✨Keys 1: Peter Novakovich

🫘Keys 2: Ellen Buckley

✨Violin: Charlie Brown

🫘Viola: Mikayla Hartigan

✨Cello: Elizabeth Ring

🫘Bass: Dom Parker

✨Trumpet in C: William Hogg

🫘Clarinet: Martin Brown

✨Horn: Kaleah Balcomb

🫘Flute/Piccolo: Linda Lin

✨Bassoon: Peter Thorton

🫘Percussion: Alice Richards

PRODUCTION TEAM

Director & Movement
Daniel Walsh

Producer & Company Artistic Director
Kris Sergi

Musical Director & Conductor
Dom Serov

Vocal Director & Intimacy Coordinator
Lucy Vella

Scenic Designer
Kathryn Smith

Costume Designer
Rob Dawson

Wig Construction
Jerome Studdy

Production Assistant
Luke Derrick

CREW

Stage Manager
Grant Brennan

Deputy Stage Manager
Sophie Szecsodi

Stage Hands
Joshua Watts, Audrey Seeto, Annie Geissler, Luke Derrick, Rob Dawson

Lighting Designer
Tim Hope

Sound Designer
Bailey Gott

Hair & Make-up, & Photography
Izzy Sergi

Wigs
Jerome Studdy

Set Assistants
Peter Mussared, Rocco Sergi, Jacob Graham

Company of Dramatic Arts acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the traditional custodians of Australia. We pay respect to their elders, past and present.

The land on which we gather, rehearse, perform, and live was never ceded, and we recognise the ongoing connection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to this land. For thousands of years, this land has been a stage, where stories have been performed, connecting communities through time.

​CODA is a celebration of diverse stories, and we acknowledge the history and culture of Indigenous communities. We stand in solidarity with the truth that this land was stolen, never ceded.

​Thank you for joining us on this journey, where we value inclusivity, understanding, and respect for the rich heritage that shapes our shared experiences.

📍 GETTING TO THE VENUE

Into the Woods will be performed at PACT Centre for Emerging Artists, located at 107 Railway Parade, Erskineville NSW 2043.

PACT is conveniently located just a short walk from Erskineville Station, with regular train services connecting the venue to the wider Sydney network.

Limited street parking is available in the surrounding area, however public transport is strongly recommended. Please allow extra time before your performance to find parking and make your way to the venue.

The venue is fully accessible, and theatre staff will be available to assist patrons on arrival.

We can't wait to welcome you to PACT as the woods come alive in this magical and unforgettable production of Into the Woods ✨

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CODA PRESENTS: INTO THE WOODS

Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by James Lapine
Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine
Orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick

Original Broadway production by Heidi Landesman, M. Anthony Fisher, Rocco Landesman, Frederic H. Mayerson, Rick Steiner, Jujamcyn Theatres

Originally produced by the Old Globe Theater, San Diego, CA

Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia).