NEWK The John Newcombe Story
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- 1 Neville Place, Griffith, 2680, New South Wales
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- Date: November 4th, 2026
- Frequency: Once Only
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Written by award-winning playwright Kieran Carroll and performed by acclaimed Melbourne actor Paul Armstrong, NEWK traces the life of one of Australia’s greatest tennis champions of the 1960s and 70s.
Set in 2024 at Newk’s 80th birthday in Sydney, the play follows his journey from a naïve schoolboy to world No. 1, Davis Cup Captain, and beyond. Blending drama and comedy, it reveals a driven man navigating fame, family, and the volatile world of professional tennis.
Packed with humour, nostalgia, and unforgettable moments — including Newcombe’s iconic TV commercials for Cinzano, bananas, and Canon — NEWK is a rollicking celebration of a life lived large.
Grab a Cinzano and enjoy this uplifting, fast-paced portrait of a true Australian legend.
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Written by award-winning playwright Kieran Carroll and performed by acclaimed Melbourne actor Paul Armstrong, NEWK traces the life of one of Australia’s greatest tennis champions of the 1960s and 70s.
Set in 2024 at Newk’s 80th birthday in Sydney, the play follows his journey from a naïve schoolboy to world No. 1, Davis Cup Captain, and beyond. Blending drama and comedy, it reveals a driven man navigating fame, family, and the volatile world of professional tennis.
Packed with humour, nostalgia, and unforgettable moments — including Newcombe’s iconic TV commercials for Cinzano, bananas, and Canon — NEWK is a rollicking celebration of a life lived large.
Grab a Cinzano and enjoy this uplifting, fast-paced portrait of a true Australian legend.