Umbrella Theatrical Productions
Applied Theatre in the Northern Rivers, NSW
Applied Theatre and Social Arts are umbrella terms used to describe creative works which bring people or organisations in their community together to affect positive change.
YouTube link to UTP video teaser on past work - a Teen Theatre Workshop school holiday event in Murwillumbah.
Using theatrical tools, games and exercises for a purpose, Umbrella Theatrical Productions (UTP) works with local youth groups, allied health practitioners and community organisations to workshop positive change in our communities.
Creative Collaborations
Umbrella Theatrical Productions is proud to be affiliated with the following companies, working together and supporting each other in the commonly shared goal of seeing Applied Theatre and Social Arts connect individuals and communities to facilitate positive social change.
Theatre for living - David Diamond
Recognised as a world leader in community specific, issue-oriented theatre, winning numerous awards. While the work became to be known as THEATRE FOR LIVING, it is based on Brazilian Director Augusto Boal's Theatre of the Oppressed.
Originally co-founded in 1981 as Headlines Theatre of which David became Artistic Director in 1984. Between 1984 and 2018, David facilitated over 600 Theatre for Living projects (with support from staff!) this is true theatre BY the community FOR the community. Visit: www.theatreforliving.com
Murwillumbah theatre company inc.
Murwillumbah Theatre Company is a ‘not for profit’ community theatre group operating for over 30 years and provides cultural opportunities for the Tweed community through live theatre.
Adrienne Megan Lester proudly offers her experience and enthusiasm throughout the school terms, guiding local young thespians towards their theatrical aspirations, be it career goals or simply to socialise, build skills and have some fun, heading up the youth theatre arm of the organisation as their lead drama teacher. To register, email: beejaydrama@y7mail.com
public act theatre
Passionate about cultivating social dialogue and empowering community, Public Act works to encourage awareness of local social issues, using theatre in an educational, therapeutic and participatory content. Visit: www.publicacttheatre.com
Byron Youth Theatre
A social-action theatre company, established in 2010 by Lisa Apostolides, which continues to create thought-provoking, original plays with, and for, local youth. UTP supports and assists with BYT classes, workshops and productions whenever possible.
Sign Up For a Program
For information on current programs and ways to get involved, click on the ‘Sign Up’ button below to join our mailing list. UTP sends out quarterly updates on artistic developments and opportunities, for education, social arts, commercial AND applied theatre.
Volunteer
Theatre in Community relies on just that … community! Volunteers and crew form one of the best ‘family connections’ around - theatre family! To volunteer with UTP or assistance getting in touch with your local theatrical community, click on the button below!
Make a Donation
If you are in a position to sponsor an Umbrella Theatrical Productions project or event, or to make a donation towards your local community arts sector, or would like to request information about how and where the funds are distributed, click ‘Donate’ below and we’ll be in touch!
january 2020
“As a psychology student and circus coach working with UTP, I can see the children grow and learn in the safe space and positive experience that Meg creates for her students”
~ Kyaisha Valensteen