Eddie Izzard Brings Solo Hamlet to Melbourne
Emmy Award-winning and Tony Award-nominated performer Eddie Izzard is returning to Australia in mid-2026 with her acclaimed solo show The Tragedy of Hamlet. She will perform all 23 characters from Shakespeare’s most famous tragedy across four cities.
Known for pushing theatrical limits with marathon stand-up shows in multiple languages and solo adaptations of Charles Dickens, Izzard's newest challenge is embodying every character in the timeless revenge story on a bare stage, relying solely on Shakespeare’s words and storytelling.
About the Production
- Adapted by Mark Izzard and directed by Selina Cadell
- Previous seasons in the US and UK were sold out and garnered two major drama award nominations
- The performance strips away elaborate sets, reflecting the original style of Shakespeare's plays
Performance Highlights
Prince Hamlet’s quest for vengeance showcases Izzard’s ability to shift swiftly between a wide range of roles, including men, women, ghosts, scholars, tyrants, courtiers, lovers, fools, and poets.
"The show sees Eddie embody all 23 characters from the timeless revenge tale on a bare stage with nothing but Shakespeare’s words and pure storytelling."
"It’s an approach that echoes the original performances of Hamlet, stripping away elaborate sets and letting the story speak for itself."
Future Dates
The Tragedy of Hamlet will tour Melbourne along with other Australian cities, continuing to captivate audiences with its unique solo rendition of the classic play.
Author’s summary: Eddie Izzard’s solo performance of The Tragedy of Hamlet challenges theatrical norms by bringing all 23 characters to life on a bare stage through pure storytelling.