Dr Matt Domingo brings a chilling reality to Hamish in O, Ophelia

Matt Domingo portrait

In March, Dr Matt Domingo returns to the Far North to play Hamish, a charismatic figure cloaked in darkness, in JUTE Theatre Company and Overall Arts’ co-production of O, Ophelia.    JUTE Theatre Company and Overall Arts’ poignant and thought-provoking new production of O, Ophelia, premieres at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, Cairns, on Friday, 7 March … Read more

Suellen Maunder’s Legacy: Celebrating 30 Years of Transforming Theatre

After nearly three decades of leadership, JUTE Theatre Company’s founding Artistic Director and CEO will cap off an extraordinary and transformative era in Queensland’s regional theatre. JUTE Chair Gill Townsend praised Ms Maunder’s creativity, vision, and tireless dedication, making the Cairns-based organisation a national leader in regional arts and a vibrant company that has empowered … Read more

Empowering a New Ophelia

Amber Grossman with Bea Holloway and Julia Allman

For information about the production, click here To buy tickets, click here   ***   Cairns’ youth will have an opportunity to shine in bold new professional theatre production. Auditions are now open for young female actors of Cairns and Far North to join the chorus of an exciting new regional touring co-production, O, Ophelia, … Read more

Seminal new theatre project, Ubuntu, for young members of the Cairns African community

JUTE’s Ubuntu Theatre Project commenced its 40-week training program on Saturday, 28 September, with the first of its weekly three-hour class for participants. JUTE Theatre Company, in partnership with Centacare FNQ and Cairns African Association, is harnessing the positive power of theatre with the launch of Ubuntu Theatre Project, a groundbreaking new training program for … Read more

Read Or Not – from the AD/CEO

Ainsley looking shocked, covering her mouth, holding a black balloon. Hero image for the production.

From JUTE’s Artist Director and CEO, Suellen Maunder: What! It’s almost October already! Are you kidding me? What a year it’s already been. I’m filled with a deep sense of pride for the creative momentum we’ve built together this year at JUTE.DARTSOur DARTS program continues to energise and activate the regional theatre sector, with each … Read more

New short courses to up skill First Nations theatre enthusiasts

New short courses in theatre skills will open stage doors for Far North Queensland’s enthusiastic young First Nations people who have dreamt of careers in theatre arts. The Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (DESBT) has funded the rollout of six new micro-credentials in theatre skills—three in acting and three in technical skills—to help … Read more

From the Desk of the Artistic Director/CEO: Exciting Times Ahead!

Amor social media tile showing actor pointing

Amor We are excited to announce the inaugural DARTS Inter-regional tour, hosted by JUTE. The incredible D.I.V.E. Collective will bring “Amor” to Cairns before heading to Cooktown, Julatten, and Townsville. This new touring model brings small-scale, big-hearted works to regional audiences, hosted by local theatre companies or arts organisations, and engages deeply with local artists … Read more

A letter from Suellen Maunder – 1st quarter of 2024

Hello!  Despite the rainy weather, we at JUTE have been bringing little rays of sunlight to our audience and project participants. Right now we are gearing up for our major Queensland tour of From Campfire to Stage Light heading to 10 performing arts centres.  There will be a short season in Cairns before heading off on tour, so … Read more

DARTS News May 2024

by Jess Lamb, Creative Producer DARTS – Industry Placement Cohorts are valuable. They forge belonging, invite deep discussion and promote mutual growth through collaboration. In the theatre world, cohorts form in rehearsal rooms, foyers, at industry awards ceremonies and sector roundtables. Being an active member opens theatre makers up to new opportunities, as the more … Read more

I Gut This Feeling begins 5-week Tour

JUTE Theatre Company’s award-winning First Nations residency program, Dare to Dream, hits the road on Monday, 13 May, bound for five remote communities with its two-hander, touring show, I Gut This Feeling, which will be presented to students in Grades 4 to 9. Developed on the Westpac Safer Children, Safer Communities work program objectives, it … Read more