2026 PROGRAMMING
AND TICKET Information
Unlike traditional venue-hire models, we co-produce, commission, and share risk with independent artists. We provide tailored support across producing, marketing, publicity, and production, and we redefine success on the artists own terms.
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OUR VISION is to support independent theatre makers and organisations to develop and sustain viable creative practices, pathways, and careers, and to create ambitious and urgent theatre that reflects and reimagines contemporary Australia.
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OUR PURPOSE is realised through our co-producing model: we provide the space, support, and shared investment for independent artists to take risks, grow careers, and connect with diverse audiences. This approach ensures that artists define success on their own terms, while audiences engage with a program that reflects the breadth and vitality of contemporary performance.
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OUR VALUES centre independence, care, and community. We invest in artists over the long term, reduce barriers to risk-taking, and provide pathways that strengthen the independent sector while connecting artists, audiences, and partners in meaningful and lasting ways.
Shows in the BY THEATRE WORKS stream are produced and presented by Theatre Works in-house. Highest level of producing, marketing, technical, and financial support. Targets ambitious, high-profile works that align strongly with TW values.
This year our BY THEATRE WORKS projects are AUSTRALIAN OPEN by Angus Cameron, BEYOND THE NECK by Tom Holloway, MARA by Hanna Pyliotis, RED SKY MORNING by Tom Holloway, LAZARUS by John Harding, THE WOLVES by Sarah Delappe, MASTERPIECES OF THE ORAL AND INTANGIBLE HERITAGE OF HUMANITY by Heather McDonald, SAVAGES by Patricia Cornelius, and LORD OF THE FLIES by William Golding, adapted by Nigel Williams.
$55 full | $48 Concession | $40 Preview
Shows in the WITH THEATRE WORKS stream align strongly our values and missions - these works we co-produce and co-present with independent artists and/or companies. Projects within this stream receive significant producing, marketing, PR and production support in addition to free use of the venue and a generous box office split.
Our WITH THEATRE WORKS program this year includes Doppelgängster, Fairbairn and Wild, Fabio Motta, Stagebugs and many more.
$48 full | $38 Concession | $30 Preview
Our FRESH WORKS program is an entry point to our WITH THEATRE WORKS program, allowing artists to pursue exciting debut work and bold new ideas while assuming less risk. These works are co-produced and co-presented with Theatre Works.
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Our FRESH WORKS program this year includes works by Alright?, Vixen Theatre Company, Blank Space Productions, Paracosm, and many more.
$38 full | $30 Concession | $28 Preview
Theatre Works has been long established as the south-side festival hub in Melbourne. During festival time our spaces are activated with stacked programming allowing audience to see multiple shows in an evening and make a night out of it.
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$35 full | $28 Concession
You can call our front of house team at 0411 522 869
8:30 am - 1:00 pm Monday to Friday
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm on show nights at Theatre Works
Please email admin@theatreworks.org.au if you have difficulties booking tickets.
PURCHASING TICKETS
Tickets can be purchased online up to one hour before the performance or at the venue 30 minutes before the performance, subject to availability.
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LATECOMERS
Due to the intimate nature of the theatre space most shows have a strict no latecomer policy and ticket holders will not be admitted into the theatre after the performance has commenced. Tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded due to late arrival. We recommend that you arrive at the theatre at least 15 minutes prior to the performance.
WARNINGS
Theatre Works endeavours to include accurate content warnings, however, some production content does change within the rehearsal period and we encourage you to visit our website or call the Box Office before the show opens for up-to-date warning information. Warning signs will also be placed in the theatre foyer.
EXCHANGES
Tickets can be exchanged up to 48 hours before your performance date. All exchange requests must go to admin@theatreworks.org.au with your order number and requested date change.
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Tickets can be exchanged for a different performance date of the same production. We are unable to offer exchanges into a different production.
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If you select new tickets that are more expensive than your original ones, you will be charged the difference in the ticket prices.
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All exchanges are subject to ticket availability. Tickets cannot be exchanged for sold out productions.
REFUNDS
Theatre Works follows the Live Performance Australia Ticketing Code of Practice (see liveperformance.com.au for conditions). As such, tickets cannot be refunded after purchase except if an event is cancelled, rescheduled or significantly relocated as outlined. Latecomers are not entitled to a refund.
EDUCATION
Theatre Works offers VCE-focused workshops, artist talks and professionally written learning resources. Please contact our box office to discuss tailoring a package to suit your needs. School student prices are $25.00 per ticket, with one complimentary teacher ticket per 10 students. For school enquiries and bookings please contact Theatre Works admin@theatreworks.org.au
PREVIEWS
Previews, marked (P) in the calendar, are the exciting first performances leading up to Opening Night. Please note that directors may need to halt the performance for technical reasons.
ACCESSIBILITY
Theatre Works partners with Auslan Stage Left and Vision Australia to offer Auslan interpreted, audio described performances and pre-show tactile tours. See website for dates or discuss with our box office staff upon booking.
WHEELCHAIR AND MOBILITY ACCESS
Theatre Works seating allows for wheelchair access and the use of mobility aids. Please discuss your requirements with our box office staff at the time of booking.
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Explosives Factory is accessible by stairs only.