Eddie Izzard To Stage One-Person Hamlet Across Australia In 2026

Eddie Izzard Will Tour Australia with One-Person Hamlet in 2026

In June 2026, Eddie Izzard will bring her acclaimed solo performance of The Tragedy of Hamlet to Australia, with shows in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Perth. This daring adaptation features Izzard embodying all 23 characters from Shakespeare’s timeless play.

Following sold-out seasons in the United States and United Kingdom, the production has earned widespread praise for its fresh, intimate approach to the classic tragedy. Audiences across Australia will see Izzard perform at major venues:

Tickets will be available starting Monday, 10 November at 10 a.m.

An Intimate and Minimalist Production

Izzard’s version of Hamlet embraces the simplicity of early Shakespearean stages, featuring a minimal set that lets the text and performance shine. The show is adapted by Mark Izzard and directed by Selina Cadell.

“The production places the audience inches from the emotional and psychological turmoil of Denmark’s troubled prince.”

This one-person staging highlights Izzard’s versatility and the timeless power of Shakespeare’s work in a personal and engaging manner.

Author’s Summary

Eddie Izzard brings a bold, one-actor adaptation of Hamlet to Australia's major theatres in 2026, showcasing her mastery by performing all characters on a minimalist stage.

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