about epicentre theatre company inc

Founded by theatre lovers for the local community in 1969, Epicentre Theatre Company has grown to become one of Sydney’s leading non-professional theatre companies.

The company selects plays that are challenging to perform and stimulating to view. Through bold and fresh translations from page to stage, Epicentre has continued its tradition of encouraging theatre lovers to appreciate, enjoy and be challenged by our productions.

Each yearly season includes three productions at the Zenith Theatre and one under the stars at Castlecrag Amphitheatre – from children’s classics to gritty drama -  a varied season for all audiences. Our productions cover a diverse spectrum of theatricality.

Epicentre frequently stages classic texts with bold new interpretations, challenging the audience in the presentation of classic and modern classic playwrights such as Shakespeare, Arthur Miller, and Tennessee Williams. We often choose texts from the schools curriculum, giving students the opportunity to view the plays they are studying. We encourage the production of Australian Drama, featuring writers such as Nick Enright and Louis Nowra. We stage new adaptations from around the world and always seeks to be at the forefront of theatrical innovation.

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Epicentre takes great pride in the cultivation of new talent. Our members have moved on to professional study in acting, directing, stage management, technical and costume design at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in Sydney and at other prestigious institutions. Our actors have been chosen to study at the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts(WAAPA). 

 

 

Professional directors, actors and technicians are frequently drawn to the company to provide their unique presentations of challenging material. Many of our technicians and production crew have gone on to professional careers in the performing arts industry.

As a founding group of the Zenith Theatre, Epicentre has provided a key role in the development of the venue. The company is gratefully supported by Willoughby City Council.

A not for profit, non- professional community theatre company producing live theatre to the highest standard.

You can read the full history of Epicentre Theatre Company here.

To become a member of Epicentre, go to our membership