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
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
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
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
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 Company invites audiences to take part in the creative journey of HUNTERS, a powerful new Australian play by Michael Sams, with a special
@ jute_theatre . May 11
JUTE Theatre Company is looking for a Touring Stage Manager/Driver to join our Dare to Dream regional Queensland tour.
This is a practical, hands-on role supporting a theatre production and residency program travelling to regional and remote Queensland schools.
Dare to Dream shares positive messages about safety and encourages young people to dream big through engaging theatre experiences, with a strong focus on First Nations storytelling.
We’re looking for someone who is organised, reliable, calm under pressure, confident driving long distances, and ready for the unique energy of life on the road.
The role includes stage managing live performances, supporting technical and touring logistics, helping with setup and pack-down, working closely with the creative and touring team, and driving as part of the tour schedule.
Contract dates:
Rehearsals: Monday 22 June – Friday 10 July 2026
Tour: Monday 13 July – Friday 4 September 2026
This is a fantastic opportunity to help deliver meaningful live theatre to young audiences across regional communities.
For more details, visit:
https://jute.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026-Touring-Stage-Manager-Advertisement.pdf
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to Monica Stevens at monica@jute.com.au.
Applications from First Nations people and people from diverse cultural backgrounds are encouraged.
For more details about the Dare to Dream program: www.jute.com.au/dare-to-dream
@ jute_theatre . May 8
Saturday May 2nd marked the first day of our Harmony Voices program, a free community-engaged creative program designed to build English literacy and fluency through theatre-making, storytelling, and song.
Facilitator Camila Tirado, along with JUTE Creative Producer Rachel Furlong, will lead a series of workshops with participants from multicultural (migrant) communities, culminating in a public performance at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre on June 27th.
Participants are migrants from: Afghanistan, India, Congo, Venezuela, Zambia, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Nepal and Papua New Guinea.
This program is delivered in partnership with Centacare FNQ and funded by Scanlon Foundation.
@ jute_theatre . Apr 27
Just over a week ago, JUTE Theatre Company partnered with ARC Disability Services for a one-week creative development to adapt two of ARC’s published children’s books written by regional Authors/Illustrators with Disabilities into theatrical scripts, involving ARC Creative actors working in a professional team, culminating in a showcase outcome, establishing groundwork for eventual professional production. Here`s the video with vision from the development week, showcase and interviews.
Accessible (no background music) version:
https://youtu.be/sW_q9Hb8tOE
4K version of this video:
https://youtu.be/vinGGSYfBnQ
(both are on JUTE`s YouTube Channel)
Videography: Paul Furse
@ jute_theatre . Apr 20
Learn more about RASN and meet the team!
Join the free online info session tomorrow at 11am to find out how the service works, meet the Regional Arts Advisors, and learn how to access RASN`s new online mentoring platform, Brancher.
Register now to join us:
airtable.com/appfuQWp7bD86VCYu/pagSB1WZ18Ek5jnRy/form
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Photo credit: GRIT by Perseverance Street / photo by Mimi Tannaka .
@ jute_theatre . Apr 16
JUTE Actors Studio returns next week.
Our intermediate classes are now fully booked, but there are still a few places available in JAS Juniors for young actors aged 9–12.
If your child is keen to build confidence, creativity and performance skills in a supportive environment, now is the time to get in touch.
For more information or to enrol, visit www.jute.com.au/jute-actors-studio
@ jute_theatre . Apr 13
A team of creatives has arrived at Bulmba-ja and is now working on bringing two published children’s books by ARC Disability Services to life for the stage.
At the end of this week, they will present a special showcase featuring scenes from the works, design ideas, and a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the theatre-making process.
Be part of the journey, support local artists, and experience new theatre in the making this Friday from 1–3pm.
To book tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/stories-alive-creative-development-showcase
This event is made possible by the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF). RADF is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Cairns Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Australia.
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.
JUTE Theatre Company
Saturday May 2nd marked the first day of our Harmony Voices program, a free community-engaged creative program designed to build English literacy and fluency through theatre-making, storytelling, and song.
Facilitator Camila Tirado, along with JUTE Creative Producer Rachel Furlong, will lead a series of workshops with participants from multicultural (migrant) communities, culminating in a public performance at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre on June 27th.
Participants are migrants from: Afghanistan, India, Congo, Venezuela, Zambia, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Nepal and Papua New Guinea.
This program is delivered in partnership with Centacare FNQ and funded by Scanlon Foundation. ... See MoreSee Less
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Just over a week ago, JUTE Theatre Company partnered with ARC Disability Services for a one-week creative development to adapt two of ARC’s published children’s books written by regional Authors/Illustrators with Disabilities into theatrical scripts, involving ARC Creative actors working in a professional team, culminating in a showcase outcome, establishing groundwork for eventual professional production. Here's the video with vision from the development week, showcase and interviews.
Accessible (no background music) version:
youtu.be/sW_q9Hb8tOE
4K version of this video:
youtu.be/vinGGSYfBnQ
(both are on JUTE's YouTube Channel)
Videography: Paul Furse ... See MoreSee Less
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Stories Alive - Books to Stage: a one-week creative development, culminating in showcase at Bulmba-ja. Check out these wonderful photos by Paul Furse of the process and the outcome, adapting two ARC Disability published books! ... See MoreSee Less
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JUTE Theatre Company and Centacare are delivering a free 8-week program based on theatre activities that any new migrant (note: not international students or backpackers) who'd benefit from improving their English and confidence can join!
For more information and to register check out our web site, or message our page:
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Harmony Voices is a free community-engaged creative program designed to build English literacy and fluency through theatre-making, storytelling, and song.
Facilitator Camila Tirado will lead a series of workshops with participants from multicultural (migrant) communities, culminating in a public performance at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre.
The project centres cultural knowledge, intergenerational participation, and creative expression as pathways to confidence, communication, and social connection.
Practice every day English
Meet new people
Take part in storytelling and performance
To make it easy to attend, we offer:
Free childcare (during the times of the workshops)
Transport support (to and from Bulmba-ja Arts Centre)
Language support (Centacare will assist)
For more information and to register:
www.jute.com.au/harmony-voices ... See MoreSee Less
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Learn more about RASN and meet the team!
Join the free online info session tomorrow at 11am to find out how the service works, meet the Regional Arts Advisors, and learn how to access RASN's new online mentoring platform, Brancher.
Register now to join us:
airtable.com/appfuQWp7bD86VCYu/pagSB1WZ18Ek5jnRy/form
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The Regional Arts Services Network is an initiative of the Queensland Government through @artsqueenslandAQ
@artisanqld @AusdanceQld @FlyingArtsAlliance @JUTETheatre
@QMusicNetwork @topologymusic
Photo credit: GRIT by Perseverance Street / photo by Mimi Tannaka . ... See MoreSee Less
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