Newk (The John Newcombe Story)
Set in 2024 at Newk’s 80th birthday in Sydney, Newcombe’s journey travels from naïve 1960s schoolboy, to the No 1 player in the world.
Multiple shows in November
Buy Tickets MembershipSet in 2024 at Newk’s 80th birthday in Sydney, Newcombe’s journey travels from naïve 1960s schoolboy, to the No 1 player in the world.
Multiple shows in November
Buy Tickets Membership
This performance is part of our 2026 Membership Offer - and becoming a Civic Theatre Member has never been easier!
Join today and make every performance a little more special.
Written by award-winning Melbourne playwright Kieran Carroll and performed by acclaimed Melbourne actor, Paul Armstrong, NEWK (The John Newcombe Story) traces the life of the great Australian tennis champion of the 1960s and 70s, John Newcombe.
Set in 2024 at Newk’s 80th birthday in Sydney, Newcombe’s journey travels from naïve 1960s schoolboy, to the No 1 player in the world in the 1970s, to his time as Davis Cup Captain, to the stroke he suffered in 2003.
NEWK is a grand story about wanting life to be a huge ride, where rest is secondary and finally how that zest and appetite for life never disappears but needs to be tempered. So, grab a Cinzano and enjoy this rollicking ride about the life of one of Australia’s greatest sportsmen.
Written by Kieran Carroll
Performed by Paul Armstrong
Directed by Ross Daniels
Sound and Lighting by Julian Camara
Photos of actor Paul Armstrong, Laura Manariti.
Photos of John Newcombe used with permission.
‘A real treat for audiences of all ages’ – Sydney Theatre Reviews
In English
Wheelchair accessible: for wheelchair or accessibility requirements, or if you anticipate needing assistance from a staff member on the day of the event, please contact the Box Office on 02 6926 9688 or email boxoffice@civictheatre.com.au
National Companion Card accepted: for more information on companion card eligibility go here - https://tinyurl.com/WWcompanioncard. To organise a companion ticket contact the Box Office on 6926 9688 or boxoffice@civictheatre.com.au
Social Story: click here to see what to expect at the Theatre
This performance is part of the membership offer for 2026. For more information hit the MEMBERSHIP button.
Choose five (5) shows from the membership package offer. Enjoy multiple benefits including discounted tickets, the option to exchange to another show [for most shows] and the ability to pay as the year unfolds.
Choose the option that suits you best:
Option 1: Purchase a $50 Membership
Enjoy 4 complimentary drink vouchers and unlock exclusive member pricing across a wide range of shows. Perfect if you like the flexibility to choose performances as the year unfolds.
Option 2: Build Your Own Package
Select five (5) or more shows from our membership program and enjoy the full Civic Theatre experience. This option includes deferred “pay-as-you-go” payments, access to member pricing, and a full year of entertainment planned in advance.
Date & Time:
Friday 6 November, 6pm & 8:30pm
Saturday 7 November, 2pm & 6pm
Foyers, Box Office and Bar open one hour before the show starts.
Duration:
One hour 20 minutes (no interval)
Ticket Prices:
Adult $45.00
Concession $40.00
Member $35.00
Youth U25 $25.00
Venue:
Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre
Burns Way off, Tarcutta St, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
Don’t worry about rushing across town at the last minute, come to the Theatre early and enjoy a platter of tasty treats.
There are options for vegetarians and meat lovers, and gluten free crackers can be arranged through the Box Office.
Buy Platter
Gift Certificates are the perfect gift.
It really is like giving two gifts – you get the joy and thanks when the certificate is revealed and then the joy of being in that person’s thoughts when they come to the Theatre.
5th Oct 2026
Ten x 10 Play Fest
Local writers, directors and actors share their talents with the community, with a variety of plays ensuring something for everyone.
13th Jun 2026
Bell Shakespeare's Macbeth
Following a bloody battle, Macbeth and his comrade Banquo are met by three Weird Sisters who prophesy Macbeth will one day be king.
11th Sep 2026
Mercury Rising
Mercury Rising is a landmark new production created throughout 2025 and 2026 in partnership with re:group performance collective, artists from The Art Factory Supported Studio and the Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre.
26th Nov 2026