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THE HEARTBREAK CHOIR to be Presented at Ensemble Theatre This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2024

Ensemble Theatre will present Aidan Fennessy’s The Heartbreak Choir, a joyous love song to community and friendship. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

THE VISITORS, A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, and More Take Home Sydney Theatre Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2024

The winners of the 2023 Sydney Theatre Awards were announced on 29 January 2024 at a star-studded ceremony, with 30 Awards presented, shared between 15 productions which played on Sydney stages during 2023.

Guest Reviewer Kym Vaitiekus Shares His Thoughts On TIM
by Jade Kops - Sep 3, 2023

Christine Dunstan Productions and Director Darren Yap bring Tim McGarry’s stage adaptation of Colleen McCullough’s novel, TIM, to The Riverside Theatre. This must-see work explores the journey of two people who form an intimate relationship that would traditionally be considered unorthodox.

Ensemble Theatre Reveals 2024 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2023

Ensemble Theatre has revealed the lineup for its 2024 season, with everything from fresh new comedy, insightful dramas, musical influences and re-imagined classics. Next year sees another ten-play season take to the stage, featuring stellar cast names and brilliant playwrights, with a continued focus on female writing and directing. 

TIM Will Tour Australia This Year
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2023

TIM a novel written by Australian icon Colleen McCullough and adapted for the stage by acclaimed playwright Tim McGarry, will commence a tour of eight NSW venues from July 2023, prior to a national tour in 2024.

REVIEW: Tennessee Williams' SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER Is Presented With Simplicity At Ensemble Theatre
by Jade Kops - May 21, 2023

Shaun Rennie (Director) allows Tennessee Williams’ words to be the hero of the night as he presents a captivatingly simple expression of SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER at Ensemble Theatre.

Ensemble Theatre Presents SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER Beginning This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2023

Ensemble Theatre will bring to the stage Tennessee Williams’ gothic melodrama, Suddenly Last Summer, on from 15th May to 10th June 2023. 

Colleen McCullough's TIM Will Tour to Eight NSW Venues This Year
by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2023

TIM a novel written by Australian icon Colleen McCullough and adapted for the stage by acclaimed playwright Tim McGarry, will commence a tour of eight NSW venues from July 2023, prior to a national tour in 2024.  

M.ROCK Comes to the Australian Theatre For Young People
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2022

Australian Theatre for Young People (ATYP) has announced the return of Lachlan Philpott's hit inter-generational story M.Rock from Tuesday 21st June to Sunday 17th July at Pier 2/3 in the Walsh Bay Precinct, eight years after it first hit the stage.

BWW REVIEW: Tracey Trinder's KILLING KATIE: CONFESSIONS OF A BOOK CLUB Shines A Spotlight On The Complexities Of Female 'Friendships'
by Jade Kops - Jan 24, 2022

Tracey Trinder’s play KILLING KATIE: CONFESSIONS OF A BOOK CLUB is a hilarious and honest look at the realities of female relationships. 

Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards; HAMILTON Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 27, 2021

This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards; HAMILTON Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 20, 2021

Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

KILLING KATIE Comes to the Ensemble Theatre in January 2022
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2021

Ensemble Theatre's best-selling play, KILLING KATIE: CONFESSIONS OF A BOOK CLUB will open 9 January, 2022 after having to be rescheduled due to Covid. 

Melanie Tait's THE APPLETON LADIES POTATO RACE Comes to Glen Street Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2021

From 13th to 16th May, Glen Street Theatre will welcome ABC Broadcaster, Author and Playwright Melanie Tait's funny, honest and heart-warming play The Appleton Ladies' Potato Race to the Northern Beaches for the first time.

Arts Tuesday Returns To Sydney
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2021

Sydney arts lovers are in for a treat on Tuesday, February 2, when the weekly Arts Tuesday show returns to Eastside 89.7FM between 10.30 and 12 noon.

Tickets Now On Sale For CURSED! at Belvoir St Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2020

Tickets are now on sale for CURSED!, from hilarious new voice Kodie Bedford, Jaru woman and 2019 Balnaves Fellow.

BWW REVIEW: The Complexities Of Love, Grief Dealing With Loved Ones In Pain Are Expressed In JESUS WANTS ME FOR A SUN BEAM.
by Jade Kops - Feb 9, 2020

Steve Rodgers' adaptation of Peter Goldsworthy's novella JESUS WANTS ME FOR A SUN BEAM comes to the Belvoir St stage under Darren Yap's direction. 

BWW REVIEW: A Small Town Australian Story Big On Heart, APPLETON LADIES POTATO RACE Gives Hope For A More Balanced Society Where Women Are Valued Equally To Men
by Jade Kops - Mar 28, 2019

Based in truth, APPLETON LADIES POTATO RACE is a delightful little slice of modern day Australian whilst highlighting how far we still need to go in achieving gender equality in the 21st century. 

National Theatre Of Parramatta Presents JESUS WANTS ME FOR A SUNBEAM
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2018

Riverside's National Theatre of Parramatta will present the world-premiere production, Jesus Wants Me for a Sunbeam, from 18th to 27th October.

National Theatre Of Parramatta Presents JESUS WANTS ME FOR A SUNBEAM
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2018

Riverside's National Theatre of Parramatta will present the world-premiere production, Jesus Wants Me for a Sunbeam, from 18th to 27th October.