■ Rise: Based on a true story, Rise follows real life events of a young nurse, Will McIntyre, who loses his freedom after a one night stand leads to a charge of rape. Despite his innocence, he is found guilty upon trial. There will be a post-screening Q&A with the director and cast.
Details: Monday, February 2, 7pm, Raffertys Theatre. Tickets $7 - $12.
■ The Phantom of the Opera: This new production stars Ben Mingay (Wonderland, Packed to the Rafters, Jersey Boys, Dirty Dancing) as The Phantom, Johanna Allen (Wicked, Dr Zhivago, The Pirates of Penzance) as Carlotta and Erin Clare (Snow White) as Christine. Far beneath the majesty and splendour of the Paris Opera House hides the masked figure of The Phantom. Shamed by his appearance and feared by all, he falls in love with an innocent young soprano. Details: February 6-21, tickets $35-$48.
■ Baulkham Hills African Ladies Troupe: Winner of the Refugee Council of Australia’s 2013 humanitarian award, The Baulkham Hills African Ladies Troupe is a celebration of women, human rights, laughter and resilience. The women turn their extraordinary stories of survival as refugees into a joyous theatre of humanity. With the help of other African women they take this opportunity to be who they want to be. Details: February 18-21, Lennox Theatre. Tickets $23 - $49.
MORE DETAILS: http://riversideparramatta.com.au.