Community Theatre

Willoughby Theatre Co Brings Jersey Boys to Chatswood

Willoughby Theatre Company (WTC) is bringing the musical, Jersey Boys, to the stage at The Concourse Theatre in Chatswood from May 17 to June 2, 2024.

Based on the true story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, Jersey Boys chronicles the rise of these legendary performers from the streets of New Jersey to international stardom. This acclaimed musical is renowned for its unforgettable music, compelling storytelling, and timeless appeal.

The Tin Woman at Arts Theatre Cronulla

The new production at Arts Theatre Cronulla, The Tin Woman, is written by Sean Grennan and is inspired by a true story. While it is an intimate and poignant play that explores the power of human connection, it is at the same time a heart-warming comedy that is a blend of family drama, humour and hope.

Gulls at The Guild Theatre

At The Guild Theatre, Rockdale from 17 May – 9 June, 2024

Urinetown The Musical in Adelaide Hills

To open their 2024 season, Hills Musical Company will present the musical satire Urinetown The Musical, which pokes fun at the legal system, capitalism, so

Jane Austen Meets Emma in WA This May

Ever wondered what would happen if Jane Austen became a character in one of her most iconic novels? Witness Jane meeting Emma in a reimagined stage revival during May 2024.

In its first show since 2022, ARENA Theatre Productions is bringing one of Jane Austen’s most beloved works, Emma, to life in this new production, opening at the Don Russell Performing Arts Centre on May 3.

CLOC Musical Theatre presents Billy Elliot, The Musical

Get ready to be Electrified!

CLOC is bringing the Victorian Non-Professional Premiere of Billy Elliot, The Musical to the National Theatre St Kilda stage from 10 to 25 May, 2024.

Billy Elliot is one of the most heart-warming, coming-of-age stories of a working-class boy’s discovery of his love for dance and his battle to pursue his passion against the pressure to conform to his circumstances.

It underscores a powerful message: “accept yourself and never give up your dreams”.

St Jude’s Players Celebrate 75th Anniversary

In 2024 South Australian award-winning community theatre company St Jude’s Players celebrates 75 years of producing quality productions for Adelaide audiences.

First up, in May, the company presents Living Together by Alan Ayckbourn, a hilarious look at a weekend gone very wrong, directed by Les Zetlein.

The Lieutenant of Inishmore at Lane Cove

Lane Cove Theatre Company is presenting The Lieutenant of Inishmore by Martin McDonagh at The Performance Space @ St Aidan’s in Longueville from 10-26 May, 2024, directed by Kathryn Thomas and Mitch Garling.

Evita for Perth’s Stirling Theatre

THE Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice musical Evita is headed to Perth’s Stirling Theatre in April / May 2024.

A Shortcut to Happiness for Therry Theatre

Love story A Shortcut to Happiness is a new comedy from New Zealand's best loved playwright Roger Hall.

A Russian immigrant Natasha can’t work as a teacher because her English is limited, so she tries to improve her income, and language skills, by running dance classes.

Ned's life is just tickety-boo. Sure, he's adjusting to retirement and life on his own, but he's very comfortable with his lot, thank you very much. All that changes with his offer to sort out the financial woes of Natasha.

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