STELLA is a new Australian musical in development by composer/lyricist Monique diMattina.
Stella Miles Franklin is best known for penning My Brilliant Career. STELLA: The Musical reveals the terrible cost Franklin paid for her smash debut, and the extraordinary legacy born of her struggles.
STELLA will debut at the Alexander Theatre, Monash University in June 2026. This STELLA debut season is playlisted on the VCE Theatre Studies curriculum. Tickets here.
STELLA Workshop Concert
Date: Tuesday 9 December 2025, 3pm – 4pm
Location:
The Kelvin Club
, 14–30 Melbourne Place, Melbourne VIC 3000
An exclusive one-hour cast & band presentation of highlights from STELLA, following a two week cast workshop with Director Ylaria Rogers and creator Monique diMattina.
Click here to book. Tickets are limited.
This event is presented with the support of major donor Igor Zambelli, and the City of Melbourne.
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STELLA has been developed through the commissioning support of Igor Zambelli, with additional funding from Creative Australia, the City of Melbourne, Monash University, the Robert Salzer Foundation and various private sponsors via the Australian Cultural Fund.
Funds are now being raised towards the June 2026 debut season. Tax deductible donations to STELLA can be made here.
STELLA is a new musical in development by composer/lyricist Monique diMattina.
