Established in 1992 and based in Cairns/Gimuy, JUTE Theatre Company develops and produces new Australian works that engage audiences and reflect the lived experiences of regional communities. JUTE also tours and delivers accessible, high-quality theatre to remote areas, while building skills and creating opportunities for emerging and professional artists in regional Queensland. Through partnerships with community, government, and industry, JUTE supports connected communities and contributes to the development of relevant cultural policy and practice.
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 . 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:
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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 .
@ 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_theatre . Apr 5
Stories Alive reflects JUTE Theatre Company’s commitment to inclusive storytelling and championing regional creative voices.
Stories Alive, delivered with ARC Disability Services, opens up the creative process, inviting audiences to witness new work being shaped alongside ARC Creative artists as their stories are brought to life for the stage.
“It’s a chance to experience new work in development, while supporting artists to grow their practice and see their ideas realised on stage”, says JUTE Executive Artistic Director Chris Kohn.
To book: https://events.humanitix.com/stories-alive-creative-development-showcase
(or click on the link in our bio)
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.
#StoriesAlive #JUTETheatreCompany #InclusiveStorytelling #RegionalArts #NewWork
@ jute_theatre . Apr 3
Wednesday 1 April 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 month, as JUTE Theatre Company and ARC Disability Services present Stories Alive - a creative development showcase at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre.
The showcase will be a culmination of a one-week creative development residency that brings together ARC Creative authors, illustrators, actors and professional theatre-makers to adapt Jack the Singing Dog by Mel Egan and Lucky the Little Bird by Imogen Lambeth into original works for young audiences.
Join us for the public showcase at Bulmba-ja
April 17 | 1–3pm
Tickets via Humanitix: 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.
#StoriesAlive #JUTETheatreCompany #InclusiveArts #RegionalTheatre #CairnsCreative #ARC
@ jute_theatre . Apr 1
Something special is taking shape at Bulmba-ja this month.
Stories Alive is a new creative development showcase bringing two ARC Disability Services published children’s books by regional artists with disabilities to life: Jack the Singing Dog by Mel Egan and Lucky the Little Bird by Imogen Lambeth.
Developed by ARC and JUTE, the project supports artists with disabilities to collaborate with professional theatre-makers in creating new work for young audiences.
Join us for the public showcase at Bulmba-ja, Friday 17 April, 1–3pm
Tickets via Humanitix: https://events.humanitix.com/stories-alive-creative-development-showcase
(link also in bio)
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.
#StoriesAlive #JUTETheatreCompany #DisabilityArts #RegionalArts #CairnsArts #ChildrensTheatre #ARC
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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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
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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 ... See MoreSee Less
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Animation, animals, acting and song shape this Friday’s Stories Alive creative development showcase, a collaboration between ARC Disability and JUTE. See how the team has evolved their work this week as they work towards bringing two children’s books to life at Bulmba-ja. ... See MoreSee Less
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STORIES ALIVE! The amazing team working on the creative development of two ARC Disability published books can't wait to share the outcome this Friday at 1pm. To book your ticket, visit: events.humanitix.com/host/5fbc8930f96bf0000be4d96a ... See MoreSee Less
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While our senior program is full up, we do have a few spots left in our Juniors program (9-12 year olds) for next term, which starts next week.
For info and to sign up:
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