Hugh Jackman announces Broadway to Oz national tour

HUGH Jackman is returning to Australia for a national concert tour and says it is “THE show I’ve always wanted to bring home.”

Hugh Jackman

HUGH Jackman is returning home for a national concert tour.

The Hollywood star has announced a five-city arena concert tour in November and December, Broadway To Oz, based on his hit Broadway show, Hugh Jackman: Back on Broadway.

The Golden Globe, Emmy and Tony Award winner promises a high-octane show taking audiences on a journey through his life so far, performing along with choirs, dancers and musicians.

“Anybody who knows me knows that keeping secrets is not my forte ... today is the announcement of a true bucket list moment for me,” Jackman told reporters in Sydney on Monday.

The production will showcase some of his biggest hits, including The Boy from Oz and Les Miserables, as well as a nod to his role as Wolverine in the X-Men film franchise.

“Broadway To Oz is a dream come true. This is THE show I’ve always wanted to bring home,” he said, promising fans, “You will get to know the real me.”

Jackman’s wife Deborra-Lee Furness and daughter Ava were present for the big announcement.

The eight-date concert tour will kick off in Melbourne on November 24, continuing on to Sydney, Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane.

Tickets go on sale on Monday August 31 from Ticketek.

Hugh Jackman announced he is returning home in November and December for a national tour.

Originally published as Hugh Jackman announces Broadway to Oz national tour