MESSAGE FROM THE
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
"For the past 24 years, deckchair theatre has developed a strong local and national reputation for producing new and innovative theatre of the highest quality.
It is my great privilege and honour to now join the company and continue that tradition by taking deckchair into its 25th year and beyond.
My primary aim for deckchair theatre is to build the company as a centre for the development, creation and presentation of innovative contemporary Australian theatre.
In particular I will focus on developing, supporting and celebrating new Australian writing for the stage, and will work to further develop and enhance a strong new writing & performance culture in Fremantle.
In order to further our aim of bringing the best new work to Fremantle, a few projects that you will see commence at deckchair over the coming year will include Education and Outreach projects; the introduction of a Development Wing and expansion of the associate Artists program; and regular play readings, forums and cabaret nights amongst other special events at Victoria Hall.
I believe deckchair theatre has a vital role to play in the cultural life of Fremantle, bringing together the community by telling new Australian stories for new audiences, nurturing young and emerging artists and audiences.
We are seeking to develop a theatre of ideas for the audience of tomorrow.
A theatre with passion, energy, vitality and soul.
A theatre where innovation and excellence is at the heart of everything that we do.
A theatre that creates work by and for artists from diverse cultural backgrounds and experiences, through diverse theatrical forms.
A theatre that is connected to our community, our environment, our land, our history and the world we live in today.
We at deckchair are passionate about ensuring the growth and long-term vitality of the theatrical art form in Fremantle, in Western Australia, and nationwide. In the coming years you can look forward to seeing the best new plays from Western Australia’s best and brightest authors, brought to you by our finest actors, directors, designers and musicians.
We look forward to taking you with us on this new and exciting journey as we enter the next chapter in the life of deckchair theatre".
