Ticket pre-sale starts on November 21 at 12 NN, followed by the general on-sale on November 22 at 12 NN via www.InsigniaPresents.com. he Olivier Award-nominated Bluey’s Big Play: The Stage Show will be live at the Newport Performing Arts Theaterfrom July 31 to August 9, 2026.
Featuring brilliantly created puppets, this theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series is packed with music, laughter, and fun for the whole family. Audiences of all ages will get to see Bluey, Bingo, Mum (Chilli) and Dad (Bandit) as they’ve never seen them before.
When Dad feels like a little bit of afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. With an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and music by Bluey composer, Joff Bush, this is Bluey – for real life.
“Bluey has quickly become a beloved part of family life in the Philippines, with fans embracing the series’ heartwarming stories and spirit of learning through play,” said Sophia Spinelli, VP of Brands and Marketing, BBC Studios Asia. “The response to the theatrical stage show from fans around the world has been nothing short of amazing and we’re absolutely delighted to have Manila as the second Asian stop in Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Showworld tour. We can’t wait for Filipino families to experience the world of Bluey and her family in a brand new way and live on stage in their city.”
Andrew Kay, Producer, HVK Productions said: “We are absolutely thrilled to bring Bluey’s Big Play to Manila! Sharing the magic of Bluey with families in the Philippines is incredibly exciting. The story, the music, and the humourof Bluey resonate with children and adults alike and we can’t wait to see the joy and laughter it brings to audiences there. Manila is such a vibrant city and we are looking forward to creating unforgettable memories for families together.”
Since premiering in Australia in 2020, Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show has toured globally across the UK, Ireland, Canada, the US, Europe, Singapore, South Africa and the UAE and has been seen by millions of fans worldwide.
Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show features original voices from the TV sensation, including the instantly recognizable voices of Melanie Zanetti as Mum and David McCormack as Dad. The larger-than-life puppets are commanded by a talented international cast. It is directed by Rosemary Myers of Windmill Theatre Company, and presented by BBC Studios and Andrew Kay in association with Windmill Theatre Co.
Since bursting onto TV screens in Australia in 2018, Bluey has enjoyed a plethora of critical success at home and abroad, most recently winning Best Children’s Program at the 2025 TV WEEK Logie Awards. Bluey has also won a 2022 BAFTA Children & Young People Award in the International category and picked up its sixth AACTA Best Children’s Program award, adding to its International Emmy.
A global-ratings hit, Bluey was the most-watched series globally on Disney+. In the Philippines, Bluey first premiered in 2020 and is available to watch on Disney+.
Pre-sale tickets will be available from 12:00PM (local time) on Friday, November 21, exclusively for Insignia Presents newsletter subscribers.
General ticket sales for the shows will open at 12:00PM (local time) on Saturday, November 22. For more information please visit www.InsigniaPresents.com.
