# Event Details

- **Event Name**: NEWK The John Newcombe Story
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 04 Nov, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+11:00)
- **Event Description**: 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.

Members bring a friend for free (please book via the Box Office).
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/griffith/newk-the-john-newcombe-story/200030516231055
- **Event Categories**: Sports, Art, Theatre, performances, comedy, Entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 2

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Griffith
- **state**: NS
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: 1 Neville Place, Griffith, NSW, Australia, New South Wales 2680
- **lat**: -34.28733
- **long**: 146.03649
- **full address**: 1 Neville Place, Griffith, NSW, Australia, New South Wales 2680

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is NEWK The John Newcombe Story being held?
  - **A:** NEWK The John Newcombe Story takes place on Wed, 04 Nov, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Wed, 04 Nov, 2026 at 07:30 pm at 1 Neville Place, Griffith, NSW, Australia, New South Wales 2680.
- **Q**: Who is organizing NEWK The John Newcombe Story?
  - **A:** NEWK The John Newcombe Story is organized by Griffith Regional Theatre.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Griffith Regional Theatre's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Griffith Regional Theatre a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Griffith Regional Theatre has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** NEWK The John Newcombe Story is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Griffith, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If NEWK The John Newcombe Story sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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