Red Stitch Actors' Theatre
Address
Rear 2 Chapel Street
St Kilda
Contact:
03 9533 8082
Since 2002, Red Stitch has emerged as one of Australia's most successful independent theatre companies, unique in its ensemble structure, managed and staffed largely by the actors, with a core team of dedicated technical and design crew.
Our mission is to create a professional and truly modern theatre company that specialises in groundbreaking contemporary dramatic texts rarely given the opportunity to be seen by local audiences, employing the talents of some of the best local practitioners and incorporating a diverse range of voices, approaches and styles in production.
Its unique structure as a permanent ensemble of young actors sets it apart from other theatre companies. The ensemble came together to create opportunities that would enable them to practice their craft, work with guest actors, directors and other experienced theatre practitioners, and perform regularly to audiences.
Red Stitch provides access for Melbourne audiences to quality productions of outstanding contemporary international plays. The company regularly sells out performances in its 80-seat theatre in St Kilda and has a steadily growing base of subscribers and supporters.
The company has had a major impact on the local theatre scene. It has received the Melbourne Fringe Award for theatre, and an honorary award from the Port Phillip Council for outstanding contribution to the local community. Since 2002 the company has won a number of major industry awards including 'Best Production', 'Best Direction', 'Best Actor' and 'Best New Writing'.
“I am astonished at the boldness of the plays chosen and the creativity behind their staging…Red Stitch have put real heart and meaning into the term ‘Actors Theatre’.” - Julian Meyrick.
