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Global Award

21 October 2026 admin Comments Off

Greek Theatre Now has been nominated for a global award. LUXLife Magazine has nominated Greek Theatre Now for a Creative and Visual Arts Award 2026. LUXLife Magazine recognises premium brands and experiences around the world. […]

Reviews – Sophocles’ Oedipus the King – Perth 2026

19 October 2026 admin Comments Off

Thank you Perth for embracing outdoor ancient Greek theatre. 400 people and 7 schools attended Sophocles’ Oedipus the King at Kings Park Amphitheatre 24-28 September 2026. People stood and cheered. People cried. Scholars, the public […]

Tickets – Sophocles’ Oedipus the King – Perth 2026

1 August 2026 admin Comments Off

Award-winning Canberra company Greek Theatre Now presents Sophocles’ Oedipus the King at the Saw Avenue Amphitheatre, May Drive & Saw Avenue, Kings Park & Botanic Garden, Perth, WA 6005, King’s Birthday long weekend 24 – […]

Reviews – Oedipus the King – Canberra 2026

31 July 2026 admin Comments Off

Thank you Canberra for supporting your annual outdoor Greek theatre Easter festival at the Australian National Botanic Gardens. Audience numbers up 21%. Critics, scholars, the public and schools praised the production. “A prime example of […]

Nicole George – Greek Chorus Leader – Oedipus the King – Perth 2026

30 July 2026 admin Comments Off

“I am Nicole George, a performer and vocal coach with experience across theatre, character performance, television and film. “My performance work includes character entertainment with WA Mermaids and musical theatre, including Filter Fun Park with […]

Ash Brady – Greek Chorus Leader – Oedipus the King – Perth 2026

29 July 2026 admin Comments Off

“I’ve been part of many productions, both community and paid work, and every one has been such a gift. “I love performing because it lets me step into new stories, connect with audience members, and […]

Emily-Rose Calder – Greek Chorus – Oedipus the King – Perth 2026

28 July 2026 admin Comments Off

“I am a passionate drama student with a growing portfolio of theatre experience and a strong interest in acting and performance. “I am a member and student of WAYTCo (Western Australian Youth Theatre Company) and […]

Imelda Alembick – Greek Chorus – Oedipus the King – Perth 2026

27 July 2026 admin Comments Off

“I’m Imelda, a 14-year-old performer from Western Australia. I’ve always loved the magic of being on stage and the opportunity to step into someone else’s world for a little while. “I’m a member of Western […]

Harvey Alembick – Greek Chorus – Oedipus the King – Perth 2026

26 July 2026 admin Comments Off

“My name is Harvey and I’m 11 years old. I enjoy performing because I love becoming a character, telling a story and sharing it with an audience. “I most recently appeared in Matilda Jr as […]

Madelyn Jane – Greek Chorus Costumes – Oedipus the King – Perth 2026

25 July 2026 admin Comments Off

“Finding and creating sustainable solutions in the ever-colliding worlds of fashion, textiles and art is something I have always been interested in. Proudly, I share this passion as a Perth Fashion Designer, Costume Designer and […]

OAM to Elizabeth Minchin

24 July 2026 admin Comments Off

Elizabeth Minchin is Classics Adviser to Greek Theatre Now. From Ros Jackson, President, Friends of the ANU Classics Museum: “No doubt many of you were delighted to note the award of the OAM to Emeritus Professor Elizabeth […]

Michael J Smith – Artistic Director

23 July 2026 admin Comments Off

Michael founded Greek Theatre Now in 2024. He has a background in opera, politics and journalism, and athletics and fitness. He won an academic scholarship to Melbourne Boys High and came under the singing tutelage […]

ABC Radio Canberra – Mornings with Saskia Mabin

30 March 2026 admin Comments Off

30 March 2026. Interview with actor Andrew Mackenzie and producer Michael J Smith. https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/canberra-mornings/mornings/106500676

Canberra City News – 24 March 2026

24 March 2026 admin Comments Off

Most people have heard of Freud’s idea that sons may see their fathers as rivals for their mother’s affection – the Oedipus complex. Now Canberra audiences will have a rare chance to see the ancient […]

Sophocles’ Oedipus the King – Canberra 2026 – Cast/Crew

8 February 2026 admin Comments Off

Burbidge Amphitheatre, Australian National Botanic Gardens, Canberra, April 2026 Oedipus, King of Thebes – Andrew Mackenzie Creon, Oedipus’s brother-in-law – Owen Maycock Jocasta, wife of Oedipus, sister of Creon – Kate Blackhurst Priest of Zeus, […]