A name synonymous with musical theatre in Australia, Nancye Hayes started out in My Fair Lady back in 1961, and her list of credits is a catalogue of some of the most beloved shows and performances of the past half century or more. From Sweet Charity to Chicago, from Annie to Sweeny Todd she has it all covered.  She’s back on stage in a new production of the Stephen Sondheim classic A Little Night Music from October 13 at the theatre that bears her name, the Hayes.

In this wide ranging conversation, Nancye talks about returning to the role of Madam Armfeldt for the third time for this production, shares some of the highlights of her long and distinguished career on the stage, plus takes us back to where it all began.