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 30
We had a big end to Term 2 for our JUTE Actors Studio performers.
Each term, JAS showcases give our young people the chance to step up, perform, and share what they’ve been working on, and this term’s showcase was all about Shakespeare.
Both groups took on A Midsummer Night’s Dream in their own way. Our Junior group reimagined the text through a younger, more modern lens, while our Intermediate group presented a rehearsed reading of three scenes, with many of the young actors taking on two characters across the session.
With a crowd of enthusiastic parents, families and friends cheering them on, it was a great way to celebrate the students’ work, confidence and creativity.
We’re also thrilled to celebrate one of our emerging actors, who has been accepted into a scholarship program in Prague. What an incredible achievement and a very exciting next step.
Facilitator: Lillie McNamara
Support Facilitator: Grace Meyers
Want to know more about JAS? Check out https://jute.com.au/jute-actors-studio
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@ jute_theatre . Jun 22
THIS WEEK, 25-28 JUN!
Fair to say Andrea Moor has a few cult favourites under her belt, and she’s about to share all the wisdom gained from her time in the biz with us. Across three events, Andrea will share her extensive industry knowledge with emerging and established artists, performers, directors, producers and community members interested in screen performance, creative training pathways and safe, ethical practice in the performing arts.
See all the events and register at our Humanitix link in bio!
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@ 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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We had a big end to Term 2 for our JUTE Actors Studio performers.
Each term, JAS showcases give our young people the chance to step up, perform, and share what they’ve been working on, and this term’s showcase was all about Shakespeare.
Both groups took on A Midsummer Night’s Dream in their own way. Our Junior group reimagined the text through a younger, more modern lens, while our Intermediate group presented a rehearsed reading of three scenes, with many of the young actors taking on two characters across the session.
With a crowd of enthusiastic parents, families and friends cheering them on, it was a great way to celebrate the students’ work, confidence and creativity.
We’re also thrilled to celebrate one of our emerging actors, who has been accepted into a scholarship program in Prague. What an incredible achievement and a very exciting next step.
Facilitator: Lillie McNamara
Support Facilitator: Grace Meyers
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THIS WEEK, 25-28 JUN!
Fair to say Andrea Moor has a few cult favourites under her belt, and she’s about to share all the wisdom gained from her time in the biz with us. Across three events, Andrea will share her extensive industry knowledge with emerging and established artists, performers, directors, producers and community members interested in screen performance, creative training pathways and safe, ethical practice in the performing arts.
See all the events and register at collections.humanitix.com/qut-info-session-and-workshops ... See MoreSee Less
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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
6pm - 7pm: QUT Information Session
7pm - 8pm: Audition Preparation ... See MoreSee Less
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