Civic Theatre will take audiences on an emotional rollercoaster in 2023 with a diverse line-up of theatre, dance, music and comedy set to grace the stage.
In fact, there are plenty of memorable moments in store.
Families will giggle along together with Roald Dahl’s revoltingly-funny classic The Twits reimagined on stage, while David Walliams’ award–winning book Mr Stink comes to life in a twisted and hilariously smelly tale.
The 2023 season also sees the return of the hugely-popular Sydney and Melbourne Comedy Festivals, while local theatre company Tantrum Youth Arts will explore a young family’s grief in Good Mourning, scheduled during City of Newcastle’s (CN) New Annual festival.
“Newcastle’s historic 93-year-old theatre is gearing up to wow audiences in 2023,” Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes said.
“The Civic Theatre team has curated this season to bring performances to Newcastle that may not have necessarily planned to tour here in 2023 as part of their national circuit, allowing us to present a wide variety of hand-picked shows with something for everyone.
“The season is packaged to make subscriptions affordable and available to as many in our community as possible.”
With the purchase of three shows or more in one transaction, theatregoers immediately become a Civic Theatre subscriber and enjoy exclusive benefits including free parking, discounted tickets, access to the best seats and discounted pre-show drinks in the foyer.
Civic Theatre manager Leonie Wallace said the 2023 program included both local and national touring productions and covered many genres and styles, which offered unforgettable moments that would appeal to audiences of all ages.
“The true story of four young siblings and their father’s cancer diagnosis is explored in Good Mourning by local Newcastle playwriter Sonia Dodd, while Australian author Colleen McCullough’s book Tim will be brought to life on stage by Christine Dunstan Productions as they delve into love, loss and acceptance,” she explained.
“HIT Productions’ The Sunshine Club will shower you in joy with its uplifting message and Sydney Dance Company’s Ascent tempers contemporary classical dance with futuristic experimentation in three innovative works.
“The Wharf Revue’s satirical Looking for Albanese together with the rambunctious Sydney and Melbourne Comedy Festival roadshows are guaranteed to deliver the laughs.”
Civic Theatre’s Subscription Season 2023 is currently on sale to the general public, following a special pre-sale for subscribers.
Visit Civic Theatre Newcastle’s website to view the full program and to purchase tickets.
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