From page to stage: inclusive theatre showcase brings local stories to life
April 1, 2026
Two lively animal tales, one about a singing dog, the other a brave little bird, will make their first steps from page to stage this
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JUTE awarded RASN contract to support and grow Queensland’s regional theatre sector
March 18, 2026
Queensland’s regional theatre sector is set for a new wave of growth, with free statewide advisory support delivered by Cairns-based JUTE Theatre Company through the
Starring Cairns’ own Jason Klarwein, JUTE opens its 2026 season with an intimate and immersive theatre experience by THAT Production Company
February 16, 2026
Exploring the small joys that make life worth living, JUTE Theatre Company, in association with Ipswich’s THAT Production Company, will open its 2026 season at
When tragedy becomes a media spectacle and survival becomes a brand
November 24, 2025
The graduating class of JUTE’s Actors Studio Pathways program will take centre stage this month as JUTE Theatre Company, in partnership with Overall Arts, presents
4 on the Floor: Four playwrights. Four new works. One fabulous night of play readings.
October 20, 2025
JUTE Theatre Company, in partnership with Belloo Creative (Brisbane), will launch a brand-new script development model when it presents 4 on the Floor, with a
Genius: New Dark Comedy Genius brings wit, history and ambition to Cairns
September 18, 2025
Leaping from 17th-century Italy to today’s urban art scene in a fast, funny and thought-provoking mash-up of history, humour and imagination, new dark comedy Genius
@ jute_theatre . Jun 22
What stories can a violin carry across three centuries? Led by violinist, playwright and artistic director Kirtley Walker-Halstead, Rhapsody - a violin’s journey through time, explores how the true history of her 1778 Sebastian Dalinger violin could be transformed into a new chamber music-theatre work.
Featuring live performance excerpts and insight into the creative process, this special presentation offers audiences a first glimpse of a richly imagined work where history, storytelling and chamber music meet – and where a 250-year-old violin becomes the narrator of its own remarkable journey.
Grab your tickets from Humanitix, link in bio 🎶
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@ jute_theatre . Jun 17
Braithe Ellis and Adria Cunningham both came through our JUTE Actors Studio Pathways before going on to study acting at QUT School of Creative Arts. Their journey is a real example of what can come from local training, encouragement and taking the next step.
For students who are curious about acting, performance, theatre-making or creative arts study, and for parents wanting to understand what these pathways can look like, JUTE and QUT are hosting a free Information Session.
It`ll cover QUT’s creative arts study options, what the acting application process involves, and how to prepare for auditions. There will also be an audition preparation seminar to help students feel more confident and informed about what to expect.
You’ll have the chance to hear from QUT alumni, ask questions, and get a clearer sense of where creative arts study can lead. Make sure to register at the Humanitix link in bio.
Thursday 25 June
Bulmba-ja Arts Centre
6pm - 7pm: QUT Information Session
7pm - 8pm: Audition Preparation
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@ jute_theatre . Jun 16
We’re excited to share that we’re heading to Meanjin/Brisbane this September for the Australian Performing Arts Exchange.
@pacaustralia is a great chance to connect with artists, producers and presenters from across Australia, hear what people are working on, and share a little about what JUTE does and is a great chance to connect with artists, producers and presenters from across Australia, and share a little about what JUTE is working on at the moment.
Looking forward to being there and being part of the conversation.
Image credit: O, Ophelia (2025) by Amber Grossmann - photo by Mimi Tannaka
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@ jute_theatre . Jun 16
From NIDA to Cannes, Andrea Moor has been a staple in the film and theatre industry for decades. As a leading Australian actor, director, teacher and QUT Associate Professor, JUTE together with QUT, is thrilled to offer info sessions and workshops with the legend herself.
The series includes a QUT Info Session, a hands-on Screen Acting Workshop, and a Consent and Intimacy Awareness workshop for performers, directors and producers.
Learn more and register at the Humanitix link in bio.
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@ jute_theatre . Jun 11
Join JUTE`s RASN Regional Advisor Jess Lamb and Dr Sharon Hogan (Artistic Director, Perseverance Street Theatre Company) for an evening of connection and conversation.
Hosted by Perseverance Street Theatre Company on the set of their newest play, Sisters, this is a valuable opportunity to share practice, seed collaboration and discuss all things theatre making in the regions.
When: 4:30 – 5:30pm, Thursday 18 June
Where: Gympie
Venue: Perseverance Street Theatre Company Studio, 4/24 Barter Street
Open to: Artists, arts workers and creatives with an interest in theatre and performance – all practices and levels of experience welcome!
Cost: FREE – registration required as spaces are limited. To attend Sisters as an optional extra
To register, head to: http://rasn.au/programs
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@ jute_theatre . Jun 10
Over the last couple months, we`ve been proud to be involved with Harmony Voices, a free community-engaged creative program developed with our partner Centacare, designed to build English literacy and fluency through theatre-making, storytelling, and song.
After weeks of work, our participants (from 10 different countries!) are putting on a showcase to demonstrate how their English and confidence has improved. Please join us to celebrate ur wonderful multicultural community! It`s FREE entry, but please RSVP 👉 Humanitix link in bio
Saturday 27 June 2026
12.00pm - 1.00pm
Theatre, Bulmba-ja Arts Centre
96 Abbott Street, Cairns City
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JUTE wishes to pay its respects to Elders, past and present, of the lands where we work, live and perform. JUTE acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this land as well as the many regional areas we visit, tour and produce work. We recognise that these lands have always been places of art and story-telling.
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Braithe Ellis and Adria Cunningham both came through our JUTE Actors Studio Pathways before going on to study acting at QUT School of Creative Arts. Their journey is a real example of what can come from local training, encouragement and taking the next step.
For students who are curious about acting, performance, theatre-making or creative arts study, and for parents wanting to understand what these pathways can look like, JUTE and QUT are hosting a free Information Session.
It'll cover QUT’s creative arts study options, what the acting application process involves, and how to prepare for auditions. There will also be an audition preparation seminar to help students feel more confident and informed about what to expect.
You’ll have the chance to hear from QUT alumni, ask questions, and get a clearer sense of where creative arts study can lead. Make sure to register at events.humanitix.com/qut-information-session
Thursday 25 June
Bulmba-ja Arts Centre
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We’re excited to share that we’re heading to Meanjin/Brisbane this September for the Australian Performing Arts Exchange.
PAC Australia - APAX is a great chance to connect with artists, producers and presenters from across Australia, and share a little about what JUTE is working on at the moment.
Looking forward to being there and being part of the conversation.
Image credit: O, Ophelia (2025) by Amber Grossmann - photo by Mimi Tannaka ... See MoreSee Less
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From NIDA to Cannes, Andrea Moor has been a staple in the film and theatre industry for decades. As a leading Australian actor, director, teacher and QUT Associate Professor, JUTE together with QUT, is thrilled to offer info sessions and workshops with the legend herself.
The series includes a QUT Info Session, a hands-on Screen Acting Workshop, and a Consent and Intimacy Awareness workshop for performers, directors and producers.
Learn more and register at collections.humanitix.com/qut-info-session-and-workshops ... See MoreSee Less
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This week is the Australian premiere season of Sisters in Gympie. Written by Sophie Abbey and Sharon Hogan and produced by Perseverance Street Theatre Company, JUTE is proud to be supporting Sisters through its DARTS program. The production will also go on tour to Brisbane, 4-7 July. ... See MoreSee Less
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Join JUTE's RASN Regional Advisor Jess Lamb and Dr Sharon Hogan (Artistic Director, Perseverance Street Theatre Company) for an evening of connection and conversation.
Hosted by Perseverance Street Theatre Company on the set of their newest play, Sisters, this is a valuable opportunity to share practice, seed collaboration and discuss all things theatre making in the regions.
When: 4:30 – 5:30pm, Thursday 18 June
Where: Gympie
Venue: Perseverance Street Theatre Company Studio, 4/24 Barter Street
Open to: Artists, arts workers and creatives with an interest in theatre and performance – all practices and levels of experience welcome!
Cost: FREE – registration required as spaces are limited. To attend Sisters as an optional extra
To register, head to: rasn.au/programs ... See MoreSee Less
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