Tim Minchin – Songs The World Will Never Hear
13 – 17 November 2025
Tim Minchin, the incomparable singer-songwriter, pianist, comedian, actor, musical-theatre composer-lyricist and soft-hearted provocateur, is thrilled to announce his ironically titled AUS tour, "Songs The World Will Never Hear”. The tour marks the 20th anniversary of Dark Side, the hit show that changed the course of his career – and life – in 2005. Audiences can expect an evening packed with unforgettable songs and stories, as Minchin looks back on how a Perth cabaret pianist ended up building one of the most eclectic and extraordinary careers in entertainment. Delivered with signature blend of razor-sharp wit, musical virtuosity, and disarming honesty, the set list will draw from three decades of unique songwriting. From comedy classics to tear-jerking Christmas songs… from boobs to existentialism… from fast fingering to free will… there’s nothing quite like an evening in the company of Tim Minchin. Minchin’s previous tours – “So F**king Rock, Ready for This?” and “Tim Minchin vs. The Orchestra” - garnered awards, critical acclaim and sold-out audiences worldwide. After a seven-year hiatus from touring, his triumphant 2019 return to the stage with “Back” captivated over 130,000 fans across the UK and Australia, with multiple sold-out performances. Tim Minchin said, “20 years ago, Dark Side took me from tiny cabaret rooms to the West End of London. In the years since then, I’ve pushed the boat out in as many directions as possible … and I’ve only been able to do so because of my fans. They’ve never flinched as I’ve turned corners and reinvented myself, always engaging open-heartedly with whatever I have to offer. I’m the luckiest artist on the planet and I can’t wait to be back touring my home country with a big joyous show, spanning my whole bloody mad career.”Show details:
Synopsis
13 – 17 November 2025
Tim Minchin, the incomparable singer-songwriter, pianist, comedian, actor, musical-theatre composer-lyricist and soft-hearted provocateur, is thrilled to announce his ironically titled AUS tour, “Songs The World Will Never Hear”. The tour marks the 20th anniversary of Dark Side, the hit show that changed the course of his career – and life – in 2005.
Audiences can expect an evening packed with unforgettable songs and stories, as Minchin looks back on how a Perth cabaret pianist ended up building one of the most eclectic and extraordinary careers in entertainment. Delivered with signature blend of razor-sharp wit, musical virtuosity, and disarming honesty, the set list will draw from three decades of unique songwriting.
From comedy classics to tear-jerking Christmas songs… from boobs to existentialism… from fast fingering to free will… there’s nothing quite like an evening in the company of Tim Minchin.
Minchin’s previous tours – “So F**king Rock, Ready for This?” and “Tim Minchin vs. The Orchestra” – garnered awards, critical acclaim and sold-out audiences worldwide. After a seven-year hiatus from touring, his triumphant 2019 return to the stage with “Back” captivated over 130,000 fans across the UK and Australia, with multiple sold-out performances.
Tim Minchin said,
“20 years ago, Dark Side took me from tiny cabaret rooms to the West End of London. In the years since then, I’ve pushed the boat out in as many directions as possible … and I’ve only been able to do so because of my fans. They’ve never flinched as I’ve turned corners and reinvented myself, always engaging open-heartedly with whatever I have to offer. I’m the luckiest artist on the planet and I can’t wait to be back touring my home country with a big joyous show, spanning my whole bloody mad career.”
‘Time Machine’ Digital Album Download
Add on a digital download of brand new Tim Minchin album Time Machine for $5.15
Time Machine album digital downloads will be sent from release date Friday 25th July, 2025.
Dates & Times
Thursday 13 November, 8pm
Friday 14 November, 8pm
Saturday 15 November, 8pm
Sunday 16 November, 7.30pm
Monday 17 November, 7.30pm
Details
PRESENTED BY:
Jubilee St & Live Nation.
DURATION:
TBC
ACCESS SERVICES:
Thursday 13 November 2025, 8pm – Auslan Interpreted
WARNINGS:
This performance may contain strobe lighting and haze effects.
AGE SUITABILITY:
This performance is suitable for audiences of all ages.
LATECOMERS:
For most performances, latecomers cannot be admitted until a break in the performance. Please allow plenty of time to cover traffic and parking delays.
VENUE:
Canberra Theatre
SEATING PLAN
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