Established in 2014, The Dire Theatre Company is dedicated to producing innovative, accessible, and exciting work with social relevance. Our team are trained, creative professionals, with a passion for the equitable creation and consumption of performance. With a special focus on providing opportunities for, and performing in, our nations regions and low creative access communities, we are the only theatre company that puts engagement before profit.
With three distinct arms of our Pack, The Dire Theatre Company continues to use art and performance to entertain as well as to Incite Change. Without Fear.
With three distinct arms of our Pack, The Dire Theatre Company continues to use art and performance to entertain as well as to Incite Change. Without Fear.
2026 SEASON
The Dire Theatre Company 2026 Season has launched! Check out our jam packed 2026 line up and catch up on our new creative model, offering more opportunities for artists and audiences to experience and get involved in quality theatre and performance!
DIRECTOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
We're looking for directors! Would you like to get involved with The Dire Theatre this year? There are plenty of opportunities to join the pack as a director for one of our upcoming projects! If you want in, follow the link and fill out the EOI form!
SHAKESPEARE IN SCHOOLS
Our Shakespeare in Schools program brings professional productions of Shakespeare directly into classrooms, making his work accessible, exciting, and relevant for students. We believe it’s better to be well played than well paid, and our focus is on ensuring young people experience these texts live, even those who might not otherwise have the resources or opportunity to see them performed.
Each incursion is designed to break down barriers, delivering bold, curriculum-linked performances that highlight the humour, drama, and humanity in Shakespeare’s plays. By combining education with professional theatre, we aim to give every student not just a stronger understanding of the text, but a real connection to the power of live performance.
Each incursion is designed to break down barriers, delivering bold, curriculum-linked performances that highlight the humour, drama, and humanity in Shakespeare’s plays. By combining education with professional theatre, we aim to give every student not just a stronger understanding of the text, but a real connection to the power of live performance.
