Image: Torquay Theatre Troupe, Shoestring Theatre at The MAC Torquay

COMMUNITY THEATRE

Get involved, take a class, learn new skills or take the time to enjoy a new play.
Theatre groups throughout the region provide a wide variety of opportunities, such as auditioning for roles, directing or working behind the scenes.

ANGLESEA PERFORMING ARTS
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Anglesea Community Hall
1A Mc Millan Street, Anglesea VIC 3230
Contact: angleseaperformingarts@gmail.com
Website: www.angleseaperformingarts.com

APA is an independent theatre company committed to challenging the concept of what theatre is, by nurturing, making and producing work that is high quality, contemporary, collaborative, innovative, risk-taking and edgy. Our theatre explores a variety of styles and employs a cross arts approach. We aim to make a direct and immediate connection with our audience. We engage with and contribute to the cultural, creative and imaginative life on the Surf Coast and beyond.

Based in Anglesea, Anglesea Performing Arts Inc (APA) is an award-winning Theatre Company that has provided entertaining community theatre, for more than 30 years. Early productions were usually musicals, but more recently the company has focussed on creating and presenting thought-provoking, cutting edge contemporary theatre.

TORQUAY THEATRE TROUPE
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Shoestring Playhouse, The MAC
77 Beach Road, Torquay VIC 3228
Contact: secretary@ttt.org.au
Website: ttt.org.au

A little history

• Started in 2001 in local peoples’ homes – play readings and discussions.
• Operated in Senior Citizens’ Hall for 18 years.
• Lobbied for an arts space for 15 years.
• Continued full-length and one-act plays three times a year for 20 years.
• Led the community in convincing local government to permit the use of the old basketball court (recreation centre) to become a performance and visual arts centre.
• Contributed to the planning and development of Shoestring Playhouse and ‘The MAC’ (Multi Arts Centre).
• Developed the functionality of Shoestring Playhouse and took on its management in 2021.
  

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WINCHELSEA REPERTORY SOCIETY INC
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The Globe Theatre
17 Willis Street, Winchelsea VIC 3241
Contact: winchelsearepertorysocietyinc@gmail.com

An open, friendly, community spirited team of people, dedicated to giving people the opportunity to express themselves.

SING ACT SPEAK
Address: Torquay Blv, Jan Juc VIC 3228
Contact: singactspeak@gmail.com
Website: www.singactspeak.com

Private and group singing, acting and speech lessons, focusing on solid vocal technique, building confidence with your voice, coaching for auditions and performances, preparation for VCE and AMEB (Australian Music Examinations Board) exams. Jessica has over sixteen years of vocal training and is an animated and inspiring teacher.

ANNUAL AUGUST FESTIVAL

ANGLESEA'S ONE ACT PLAY FESTIVAL
Address: Map | Anglesea Community Hall
1B Mc Millan Street, Anglesea VIC 3230
Contact: angleseaperformingarts@gmail.com

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If you love your theatre short and sharp, then you'll love this winter warmer festival. A weekend of One Act Plays with theatre companies from all over Victoria competing for cash prizes. All between 15 - 45 minutes in length.