Actors

George Belibassakis – Oedipus 2026

Born and raised in Canberra, George wanted to be a performer from the age of 5 after seeing his first theatre and puppet show, captivated by the power of imagination, storytelling and character. He grew […]
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Louisa O’Brien – Oedipus 2026

Louisa is completing Year 12 at Canberra’s Merici College. She has always enjoyed performing, particularly singing and acting. She started singing lessons at the age of 4 and enjoyed planning and performing shows for her […]
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Liam O’Connor – Oedipus 2026

Liam has been engaged in the performing arts for over a decade. Originally starting as a member of the local ukulele club, Liam has been a member of numerous bands and music groups before beginning […]
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Andrew Mackenzie – Oedipus 2026

“Hi!! I’m Andrew Mackenzie. I’ve been performing for as long as I remember, and loving attention for even longer. In high school, I did drama every year and double majored in it in Year 11 […]
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Michael J Smith

Michael, Greek Theatre Now’s founder and artistic director, was an opera student at the Victorian College of the Arts, Melbourne, and Royal Academy of Music, London. He sang in operas around the world, working with […]
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Award Nominations

Greek Theatre Now’s 2025 production of Sophocles’ Antigone at the Australian National Botanic Gardens has been nominated for two Canberra Area Theatre Awards. The awards cover productions in Canberra and southern New South Wales in […]
Auditions

Auditions – Sophocles’ Oedipus the King

Auditions: 6 & 7 December 2025 Venue: Tooms Place, Lyons (scout hall) Requirements: All experience levels welcome from beginner to advanced. Email michael@greektheatrenow.com.au for the script and to book an audition. Characters: Priest, Chorus Leader(s), […]
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Reviews – Sophocles’ Antigone – ‘A must see’

Sophocles’ Antigone, April 2025, Burbidge Amphitheatre, Australian National Botanic Gardens, Canberra. The reviews are in. Peter Wilkins, Canberra Critics Circle “A must see.” “Wonderfully clear storytelling.” “Compelling authenticity.” “Greek Theatre Now makes an impressive debut.” […]
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Neil McLeod – Oedipus 2026

“I grew up on the land. I went to a one-teacher primary school in northern NSW. I milked cows, castrated young pigs, rode horses, mustered cattle, trapped wild dogs, shot goannas and felled trees with […]