Drill Hall Theatre Mullumbimby

05/12/2024

10 Minutes of Fame: Local Theatre at Its Best!

Last night’s opening of 10 Minutes of Fame at Drill Hall Theatre received rave reviews, and tickets are selling fast! This sharp, witty dramedy by acclaimed playwright Michael Sharmon takes audiences on a rollercoaster of laughter, drama, and unexpected twists, set against the backdrop of the 2020 pandemic. Featuring a stellar local cast, the play explores fame, scandal, and redemption with humour and heart. Directed by Liz Chance and Michael Sharmon.

Don’t miss this outstanding production—book now at drillhalltheatre.org.au

04/12/2024

In "10 Minutes of Fame", a hilarious comedy, First-Lady-in-waiting Margo farts during a TV interview 7 blasts to fame. Book Now https://drillhalltheatre.org.au/10-minutes-of-fame/

04/12/2024

"10 Minutes of Fame" is a fast-paced comedy. Get your tickets while they last! Here's talented actor and dancer Rees Laird flying through the air. Tickets https://drillhalltheatre.org.au/10-minutes-of-fame/

01/12/2024

"Ten Minutes of Fame" is the Drill Hall's new dramady. Margot farts and is blasted into international fame. Tickets are selling fast. Get your tickets now! https://drillhalltheatre.org.au/10-minutes-of-fame/

30/11/2024

🎭 Opening this Week: 10 Minutes of Fame 🎭

This Thursday Drill Hall Theatre is thrilled to have the opening night of '10 Minutes of Fame', the new dramedy by acclaimed playwright Michael Sharmon, who brings his sharp wit and storytelling prowess to this Australian premiere.

✨ About the Play:
Set in 2020 at the start of the global pandemic, 10 Minutes of Fame takes you behind the scenes of a hotel filled with larger-than-life characters navigating the chaos of sudden viral fame. From a political wife caught in a live-TV mishap to a pop star chasing relevance and a superhero actress hiding a scandal, the story balances laugh-out-loud moments with a heartfelt exploration of modern celebrity culture.

✨ Starring:
A stellar cast featuring Drill Hall favourites Brooke Karabache, Chris Benaud, Veronica Lovejoy, Michael, and Rees Laird, alongside fresh talents Maribeth Cole, Jules Allen, Zoe Valensteen, and Jack Linkwater.

✨ Why See It?

Witty, fast-paced storytelling that satirizes modern fame and politics.
Sharp humor paired with surprising twists and deep emotional moments.
A rare chance to join the conversation with a Q&A session with Michael Sharmon and the cast after Sunday performances.
📅 Show Dates:
5–15 December
🕒 Thursday–Saturday at 7:30 PM
🌅 Sunday at 5 PM

📍 Location:
Drill Hall Theatre, 4 Jubilee Avenue, Mullumbimby

🎟 Tickets: Secure your seats now at www.drillhalltheatre.org.au and don’t miss this modern take on fame, redemption, and the chaos of the spotlight.

Content warning: Contains adult themes, including references to s*xual assault.

26/11/2024

Hot Shorts 2024 Prize Winners Announced

After a hugely successful season, widely hailed as the best Hot Shorts ever, the prize winners were revealed following Sunday’s final performance.

Byron Bay Writers' Festival Prize for Best Script:
Dream Dance by Shelley McNamara
A hilariously localised reimagining of Bottom's transformation in A Midsummer Night's Dream.

Third Place (Audience Vote):
Judgement Day by Al Percival, directed by Peter Gough
Terry from Ballina faces judgment by Anubis, the Egyptian god of the underworld.

Second Place (Audience Vote):
Artificial Intelligence by Warwick Porter, directed by Charles Hambling
A chillingly realistic take on how AI might influence human relationships.

Peg Gloor Memorial Prize (First Place):
Big Fizzer by Brin Pritchard
A witty Commedia dell'Arte spoof on government and big pharma that edged out the competition by a whisker.

Congratulations to the winners and all participants for making this season of Hot Shorts an unforgettable celebration of local talent!

24/11/2024

Rehearsals photos of 10 Minutes Of Fame. Here is the link to book your tickets.https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1302212

24/11/2024

The Drill Hall Theatre Company is thrilled to announce that SECRET BRIDESMAIDS' BUSINESS has received six nominations for the prestigious Gold Palm Theatre Awards! Congratulations to the talented cast and crew for their incredible work on this Australian classic.

Our nominations include:

Mike Russo for Best Set Design

David Steward for Best Lighting Design

Jessica Berry for Best Actress in Supporting Role in a Community Theatre Play

Leah van Ewjik for Best Actress in Supporting Role in a Community Theatre Play

Veronica Lovejoy for Best Actress in Leading Role in a Community Theatre Play

Mike Russo for Best Director of a Community Theatre Play

20/11/2024

Final Tickets Available – Sunday is already sold out!

Don’t miss your chance to experience HOT SHORTS 2024, our biennial short-play competition, featuring nine bold and original short plays from local playwrights, this exciting event explores themes of love, life, and loss, performed by some of your favourite local talents.

With $1000 in prize money up for grabs, including the $500 People’s Choice Award, you’ll have the power to choose the hottest short for 2024!

2024 Featured Shorts:

Artificial Intelligence by Warwick Porter
Big Fizzer by Brin Prichard
By a Thread by Michael Lill
Dream Dance by Shelly McNamara
Judgement Day by Al Percival
Love in the Afternoon by Tanya Ogilvie-White
Saint Marie by Kylie Strelan
The Impersonator by Ana Davis
The Knot by Beth Would

Warning: Adult themes and coarse language.

PATRON ADVICE
120 minutes plus interval
Unallocated seating
Doors open 30 minutes before the show
Bar and snacks available

Grab your tickets now before they’re gone - https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1296320

Thanks to Hielrick Fidele d’Amour for the photos of our brilliant cast, including him!

17/11/2024

Next month, we're thrilled to bring you the world premiere of 10 Minutes of Fame — a brand-new Australian play by the acclaimed Michael Sharmon! 🌟

After 15 years working internationally, Michael Sharmon — known for hits like Arabian Dreams and Lions, Typhoons and Judy, Oh My! — is back on home turf, bringing us a sharp, hilarious, and thought-provoking dramedy set against the backdrop of 2020's global pandemic. 🌍

📝 Plot: In 10 Minutes of Fame, Margo, a poised political wife, is suddenly thrust into the viral spotlight after a gas incident on live TV. As her life unravels in hilarious and shocking ways, a cast of unforgettable characters — including a washed-up pop star, a scandalous superhero actress, and a fading icon — navigate the absurdity of fame, politics, and public scrutiny in our modern world.

With biting humor, unexpected twists, and a stellar ensemble cast, this play will make you laugh, think, and maybe even cringe a little. 😅

🎬 Why You Should See It: • 10 Minutes of Fame delivers a witty commentary on celebrity culture, self-discovery, and the dark side of viral fame. • A talented cast featuring Drill Hall favorites and fresh new faces will bring this ensemble piece to life. • You'll leave with plenty to think about long after the final curtain falls.

🎤 Special EventS: After Sunday performances, join us for a Q&A with writer Michael Sharmon and the cast!

📅 Show Dates:
Thursday, 5 December – Sunday, 15 December 2024
(Thursday to Sunday, 5th-8th & 12th-15th December)

📍 Location:
Drill Hall Theatre, 4 Jubilee Avenue, Mullumbimby NSW 2482

Get your tickets now — don’t miss out on the rollercoaster ride of the season! 🎢
https://www.trybooking.com/CWCJC

12/11/2024

🎭 HOT SHORTS FESTIVAL - OPENING TOMORROW! 🎭

Don’t miss "JUDGEMENT DAY" by Al Percival, directed by Peter Gough, with props by Al Percival and Mike Russo. Part of the 2024 Hot Shorts Festival!

“For thousands of years, people have wondered what happens after we die. When a local businessman unexpectedly dies, his afterlife experience is not quite what he was expecting . . .”

Featuring:

Damian Farrell as Terry
Al Percival as Anubis
This is just one of 9 amazing plays by local playwrights you won’t want to miss!

📅 Dates: 14-17 & 21-24 Nov (Thu-Sun)
📍 Location: Drill Hall Theatre Mullumbimby

Book your tickets now! 👉 https://www.trybooking.com/CVTQM

06/11/2024

🎭 Hot Shorts 2024 Returns to Mullumbimby’s Drill Hall Theatre!

The highly anticipated Hot Shorts festival is back! If you love live theatre, you won’t want to miss this exciting event happening at the Drill Hall in Mullumbimby. This year’s Hot Shorts promises a vibrant mix of fresh, new works by talented local writers, directors, and performers. It’s an incredible opportunity to see the creativity and passion of our own community brought to life on stage.

Check out this fantastic article in The Echo for all the details on what to expect from this year’s festival: https://www.echo.net.au/2024/11/hot-shorts-2024-returns-to-mullumbimbys-drill-hall/

From quirky comedies to thought-provoking dramas, Hot Shorts is a showcase of everything that makes local theatre so special. Whether you're a long-time theatre fan or new to the scene, this is the perfect way to support our local artists and enjoy an unforgettable night out.

Grab your tickets, bring your friends, and come down to the Drill Hall Theatre to cheer on these amazing local theatre-makers: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1296320

The much-loved ‘Hot Shorts’ competition of short plays returns to Mullumbimby’s Drill Hall Theatre, running over two weekends starting Thursday, November 14. For over 25 years, Hot Shorts has given local writers, directors, and actors a platform to showcase their talents.

05/11/2024

HOT SHORTS FESTIVAL - OPENING NEXT THURSDAY!

Don't miss "ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE" by Warwick Porter, directed by Charles Hambling, as part of the Hot Shorts Festival!

This thought-provoking play dives into the fascinating intersection of technology and humanity. Set in a university, we follow Professor Adrienne, her AI assistant Siri, and a mature-age student, Hamish, as they navigate a world where we’re learning from AI—but what are they learning from us? It’s a play about hormones, Shakespeare as a s*x toy, and the unpredictable ways technology shapes our lives.

Starring:
Adrienne (Professor of English Literature) - Dixie Miller
Siri (AI Assistant) - Peter Turnbull
Hamish (Mature Age Student) - Adrian Heath
Alexa (Hamish's AI Assistant) - Brooke Karabache
Special thanks to Mike for props, Adrian Heath for audio design, and Russell Morris for the original song.

Book your tickets now! This is just one of 9 amazing plays by local playwrights you won’t want to miss.
👉 BOOK NOW: https://www.trybooking.com/CVTQM

Dates: 14-17 & 21-24 Nov (Thu-Sun)
Location: Drill Hall Theatre Mullumbimby

Cast photo below (L-R): Peter Turnbull, Dixie Miller, Charles Hambling (Director), Brooke Karabache, Adrian Heath.
Photo by Warwick Porter.

02/11/2024

Anna Ludvik as Kate and Tyler Warfe as Alex getting caught in knots in Beth Would's play "The Knot" one of this year's Hot Shorts". Get your tickets to see Hot Shorts at the Drill Hall Theatre here: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1296320 We open on November 14th...
Photographer Beth Would