With the continued silencing from arts funding bodies and the like, I reflect on the state of the sector — a place I once hoped to belong, but which, it seems, will always find ways to keep me at its edges. By Michelle St Anne We make art from the edges — from the cracks […]
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A Home at Last
For 25 years, The Living Room Theatre has carried its work into borrowed, temporary, and abandoned spaces. From warehouses to office blocks, from hidden corners of the city to places marked by hurt and absence, we have created performances that transform the ordinary into sites of revelation. Now, for the first time, we have a […]
How to Host a Giving Day Morning Tea for The Living Room Theatre
Hosting a Giving Day Morning Tea is simple and a wonderful way to support bold, necessary art this AusArt Day. Here’s how: 1.Register your event 2.InviteUse our beautifully designed invitation to gather friends, family, or colleagues. Share why supporting The Living Room Theatre matters to you. 3. HostPut the kettle on, lay out some treats, […]
21 Shepherd – Expression of Interest
Expression of Interest – Activate 21 Shepherd Dates: 1 October 2025 – 30 November 2026Location: 21 Shepherd St, Marrickville Who Can Apply Theatre, dance, music & interdisciplinary artists Works at any stage — from first ideas to showings Individuals or collectives What’s On Offer Tarkett floor for dance ‘Olive’ Kawai GX3 Grand Piano Adaptable performance […]
Julie Vulcan – a personal response
When I think of a living room, I think of a Living Room I think of its resonances How it beckons me in – or not How it makes me feel. A living room is the sum of its parts It is where we come to be with Ourselves Others It is where we come to listen to share stories Where we are part of something Maybe uncomfortably so When I think of violence, I think of its nuances The violence of absence Of stillness Of a sudden movement An exclamation Or a harsh “Shoosh!” When I think of these things I think how these elements are also part of the skill and craft of theatre. Artists create […]
Introducing Elizabeth ‘Lizzie’ Grant
The Living Room Theatre Welcomes Elizabeth ‘Lizzie’ Grant as Director of Business Development Lizzie brings over 14 years of leadership experience across operations, commercial strategy, partnerships, and client services in the technology and digital advertising sectors, working across Asia Pacific and EMEA. Most recently, she has played a pivotal role in expanding strategic partnerships, launching […]
Dulwich Hill Relit
DULWICH HILL RELIT: A CELEBRATION OF CUTTING-EDGE MUSIC & PERFORMANCE The Living Room Theatre is set to ignite Dulwich Hill with a three-night program of groundbreaking live music and performance as part of Dulwich Hill Relit. Pushing sonic boundaries and activating unexpected spaces, this thrilling series features some of Australia’s most innovative artists in an […]
A Manifesto for Independent Art
The Future of The Living Room Theatre: A Manifesto for Independent Art By Michelle St Anne, Artistic Director, The Living Room Theatre For 25 years, The Living Room Theatre (LRT) has existed on the fringes—an outsider in an industry increasingly tethered to commercial viability and institutional approval. We had no venue, little producer support, and […]
The Living Room Theatre – 2025 Building Space Campaign
In a world that often shies away from pain, we stand firm, offering a space to honour and embrace it. We are unafraid of the uncomfortable, offering dignity and courage in every performance. We invite you to become a donor of The Living Room Theatre TODAY AND INTO THE FUTURE. To donate to The […]
From Ballet to Boardrooms: Katia Kullengren
As the newly appointed chair of The Living Room Theatre (LRT), Katia Kullengren’s story is as inspiring as the work she is now leading. With a deep love for the arts, a strong background in strategic planning, and a passion for accessibility and inclusivity, she brings a unique blend of creativity and business acumen to […]