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About

Presented by Griffin Theatre Company and Andrew Henry Presents.

Australian playwright Suzie Miller’s razor-sharp writing has found extraordinary success around the world. Now the original Australian production of Prima Facie returns in a true homecoming, starring Sheridan Harbridge and directed by Lee Lewis.

Tessa is a confident criminal defence barrister who thrives in the courtroom. She knows how the system works and how to win within its rules. That certainty fractures when an unexpected event forces her onto the other side of the witness box, and the law she once trusted becomes a process she must endure.

As Tessa navigates the process she once championed, she confronts its power and its blind spots firsthand. The courtroom shifts from a place of control to a place of exposure, where truth is negotiated and lived experience struggles to fit the language of proof.

Seen by 1.2 million people worldwide, this gripping one-woman play is showing for strictly limited seasons in Melbourne and Sydney.

The performance on Thursday 21 May at 7pm will include a special post show conversation with guests TBA.

Casting notice:

Sheridan Harbridge is scheduled to appear at all performances however the right is reserved to add, withdraw or substitute cast members as necessary.
No refunds or exchanges will be offered as a result of an artist's unavailability to perform at any performance.

Late-comers policy:

Patrons arriving late may not be admitted into the auditorium until a suitable break in the performance. Latecomers may not be seated in their ticketed seat, but in an alternate area nearer an entrance where minimal disruption will be caused to seated attendees. This is at the discretion of venue staff.

Babes-in-arms Policy:

Infants under the age of two are permitted free of charge provided they do not occupy a seat. Please click here for futher details on our Children at the Theatres policies.

Age Recommendation

Recommended for ages 14+

Accessible Venue Information

The Comedy Theatre is a venue for everyone and we work hard to make our shows and events safe and accessible for all. Please click here for accessible informaton at the venue.

Content Warnings

This production contains coarse language and strong themes of sexual assault.

Special Effects

This performance contains theatrical lighting effects and haze.

Recordings and Photography:

Photography, video and sound recordings of any kind are strictly prohibited during the performance.

Ticket Exchange Policy

Ticket exchanges MAY be available for this event. Requests can be submitted via HERE or phone 1300 11 10 11, option 3, between Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm and Saturday to Sunday 10am to 5pm.

Please note:

  • All requests must be made no later than 7 days prior to start of the ticketed performance.
  • Only 1 exchange per event will be allowed.
  • A per ticket exchange fee of $9.80 applies up to a maximum of $29.40 per exchange transaction.
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  • No exchanges or refunds can be provided after the deadlines listed above or after a performance date unless required by applicable law.
  • Exchanges may also be available if the performance is postponed or rescheduled.

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Wheelchair & Accessible bookings
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Bookings can also be made in person at:
Princess Theatre, 163 Spring St, Melbourne
or
Regent Theatre, 191 Collins Street, Melbourne
Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm

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From May 2026
Comedy Theatre, Melbourne, VIC

Times are approx. and subject to change at any time.

90 minutes, no interval