Avalon Theatre
Saturday 25 July 2026
6:30pm
Join us for a joyful night as we celebrate the Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble’s 25th birthday with a 90-minute performance packed with ensemble magic, favourite moments and a whole lot of heart.
This ticketed Gala will be the finale to a full day of community activities, free workshops and performances, and behind-the-scenes fun. Drop in from 10am for the daytime festivities and stay on for the big birthday show!
The evening show keeps the celebration going with returning and current artists sharing the stage in a performance that honours QSE’s past while leaping into our next 25 years.
The bar will be flowing, complementary nibbles will be on hand, and the atmosphere will be buzzing with birthday cheer.
Come raise a glass, join the merriment and be part of this special milestone in QSE’s history!
TICKETING:
All tickets are $40 or purchase a 25th Birthday Season Ticket (As You Like It + QSE Turns 25: All the World’s a Stage Gala) for $60.
QSE is an affiliate of the Queensland Government’s Companion Card program. Companion Cardholders are eligible for a single complimentary ticket for their chosen show. Please contact bookings@qldshakespeare.org for more info.
Venue – The Avalon Theatre
172 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia QLD 4067
Public Transport –
The Avalon is easily accessible via bus and the ferry stop is just a short walk away.
Parking –
Google Maps will direct you to the front of the theatre, but parking is not available on the main road. Follow these steps to reach the main car park:
1️⃣ Continue past the theatre until you reach the traffic lights further down Sir Fred Schonell Drive.
2️⃣ Turn left onto Laurence Street, then take the first left onto Macquarie Street.
3️⃣ Drive down Macquarie Street until you see a car park on your left—this is directly behind and connected to the theatre building.
There is also ample street parking available nearby.
Accessibility
The Avalon theatre has a small carpark, entry via Macquarie Street, with several PWD parking spaces.
The building is fully accessible, with automated sliding doors at the main entrance, and ambulatory all gender toilets.
The main theatre has a dedicated seating area for wheelchair users.
Team
Director: Rob Pensalfini
Stage Manager: Paris Lindner
Production Manager: Jordan Ferguson
Assistant Director: Mikala Crawley
Cast:
Rob Pensalfini
Rebecca Murphy
Meg Bennett
Mikala Crawley
Liliana Macarone
Leah Mustard
Scott Mair
Angus Thorburn
Dudley Powell
Franki Marrington
Bek Schmidt
Colin Smith
Linda Taimre
Chris Koch
Leah Fitzgerald-Quinn
Johancée Theron
Content Notes
This production contains:
A flashing light (Act 2).
Course language.
Sword fights and hand-to-hand combat scenes. All moments of threat and violence have been choreographed as part of a rigorous and respectful rehearsal process.
Should you have any questions regarding the content of this show we encourage you to contact bookings@qldshakespeare.org