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Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical, Photo credit: Nicole Cleary
Wow! Where has the year gone?
I am sure like all of us here at Riverside you’re amazed by the way 2022 seems to have flown by, and before we all know it we’ll be rocketing into 2023! Over these past months it’s been so wonderful to see our houses full again, and to be sharing the joy, laughter, tears and drama that only live theatre can deliver, with you, our audiences.
As we head towards summer, we have so many wonderful (and happily ‘La Nina’-proof!) shows on offer as to kick off our 2023 season.
Starting straight out of the gate in early January, we have a high-flying start to the 2023 Sydney Festival with the extraordinary Afrique en Cirque’s daring acrobats, accompanied by skilled musicians performing authentic and original choreography to the pulsating rhythm of the djembes of Guinea. This Australian exclusive is sure to be a major hit of this year’s Festival and is not to be missed. The Festival fun doesn’t stop there and includes the mind-blowing and provocative fun of one man show, Paradise or The Impermanence of Ice Cream and laughs galore with the fabulous Multi-cultural Comedy Gala featuring some of Australia’s hottest and riotously diverse comedy stars!
For the little ones, the crowd-pleasing story of the Gruffalo continues with The Gruffalo’s Child sure to be the family hit of the holiday season followed later in the year by even more family fun from CDP Kids with Are We There Yet and Tall Stories The Snail and the Whale
In early 2023 we are so thrilled to be a key partner to the wonderful celebration of love and inclusion that is Sydney WorldPride. Riverside’s National Theatre of Parramatta (NTofP) is proudly partnering with Sydney WorldPride to present the Australian premiere of Broadway sensation, Choir Boy. This is joined by a colourfully eclectic trio of works with NTofP’s The Life Cycle of Blanco, the fabulous Queerstories X Worldpride Celebrity Edition, and the pizzazz of dance, burlesque and circus that is Matador.
We happily see many Riverside favourites returning in 2023, including our regular Sydney Comedy Club and fabulous Cinema Seasons and Festivals. March marks the return of the hilarious crew from The Wharf Revue with Looking for Albanese, sure to give some light relief to counter the election furore. 2023 is yet another big year of musicals and world-class theatre at Riverside. Get your sultry 90’s groove on for the return of last year’s hit production of Cruel Intentions: The ‘90s Musical Later in the year join us to see if you can solve the mystery as the international theatrical phenomenon The Mousetrap plays its limited return season exclusively in Parramatta after the sold-out Theatre Royal Sydney season. Fan favourites Packemin Productions are also back with their spectacular production of global crowd-pleaser Les Misérables.
In the second half of 2023, Riverside is also proudly presenting some unique and all new Australian works, including the theatrical staging of Colleen McCullough’s Tim, and the riveting, deeply researched insight into one of the most impactful days in Australia’s history when we present Sydney Theatre Company’s ground-breaking The Visitors. Riverside Members have the exclusive access to these productions until they go on sale to the General Public in the new year.
Whether it’s bringing a taste of Broadway and the West End to Western Sydney, staging the latest original or cutting-edge Australian works, or something lighter for a laugh or some fun with the kids, Riverside’s 2023 program has something for everyone. The team and I can’t wait to welcome you to our house – your local house – to celebrate the joy of live performance throughout the year.
Until then, stay happy and safe, and we will look forward to seeing you in the foyer soon!
Best
Craig McMaster Director | Riverside Theatres
Riverside presents a diverse range of cinema events – feature films, independent films, Australian and world films, the best of world stages captured live and screened at Riverside with interviews and special events.
Screenings in December 2022 include National Theatre Live Much Ado About Nothing, Royal Ballet The Nutcracker and A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story. Riverside Members save on every ticket!
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A Very Naughty Christmas ,
One iconic masterwork. 60 powerful voices. 3 magnetic soloists. An energised chamber orchestra. And 3 surprising performance poets.
Be part of something new when a choral Christmas tradition meets a beloved Western Sydney artform. This is Handel’s Messiah, iconic since 1742, as you’ve never seen it before.
Walk back with us from the concert hall of today to Messiah’s origins in a complex tapestry of politics, belief and social justice. The text was born from one man’s struggle to keep his faith alive in the face of changing times and governments; the music would become a gift, dedicated time and again through Handel’s lifetime, to children in need. Messiah is a story, spanning centuries and peoples. What messages will our poets find in it, as they respond to the music and meaning? And what message will be in it for you?
Featuring talented local artists including internationally-acclaimed baritone Warwick Fyfe, soprano Sarah Cherlin, and poets J. Marahuyo, Paris Rosemont and Alasdair David Carter, alongside Parramatta’s flagship symphonic choir River City Voices.
Conducted by Sarah Penicka-Smith. In partnership with WestWords.
DATES AND TIMES:
Wed 21 Dec at 7.30pm
Thurs 22 Dec at 8.30pm
Fri 23 Dec at 7.30pm
Santa Claus is coming to Riverside! And a winter wonderland has never been so hot!
Whether you’ve been naughty or nice this year, Australia’s sexiest carollers are ready to help you get into the holiday “spirits”. Avoid those awkward family gatherings and come have a gin this Christmas with Santa’s favourite little helpers.
If you like having a laugh, partial nudity and a mixed playlist of classic carols to modern pop, A Very Naughty Christmas is the show that’s sure to get you in a holiday mood. The show features a live band, eight above-average performers and Christmas classics as you’ve never heard them before.
Fri 6 Jan at 7pm
Sat 7 Jan at 2pm & 7.30pm
Sun 8 Jan at 5pm
Wed 11 Jan at 7pm
Thurs 12 Jan at 7pm
Fri 13 Jan at 7.30pm
Sat 14 Jan at 2pm & 7.30pm
Sun 15 Jan at 5pm
In Afrique en Cirque a handful of daring acrobats, accompanied by skilled musicians, perform authentic and original choreography to the pulsating rhythm of the djembes of Guinea, celebrating the diversity of traditional African arts whilst sweeping viewers into a wildly good time. From the explosive drumming to the serene twang of the Kora, music is at the heart of this showcase of strength, agility and joy.
DATES AND TIMES:
Tues 17 Jan at 7pm
Wed 18 Jan at 8pm
Thurs 19 Jan at 7.30pm
Fri 20 Jan at 7.45pm
Sat 21 Jan at 2.30pm & 8pm
Sun 22 Jan at 4pm
A man trying desperately to avoid death is flung between limbo and his past where a rebellious young woman holds the key that may guide him to paradise. Inspired by Ernest Becker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning treatise The Denial of Death yet infused with laughter, Paradise or the Impermanence of Ice cream blows your mind while melting your heart faster than an ice cream on a Mumbai summer day.
Supported by an immersive sound design, Jacob Rajan (The Jungle and the Sea) delivers a wildly versatile solo performance playing seven characters, including the bumbling Kutisar, the buck-toothed, now recently deceased hero of Rajan’s beloved The Guru of Chai. Loaded with warmth and depth, Paradise is moving production that melds a dash of Bollywood disco and playful puppetry with thought-provoking musings on the eternal afterlife, and the looming extinction of India’s sacred vultures.
ADAPTED FROM THE AWARD-WINNING PICTURE BOOK BY JULIA DONALDSON AND AXEL SCHEFFLER PUBLISHED BY MACMILLAN CHILDREN’S BOOKS
DATES AND TIMES:
Thurs 19 Jan at 12.30pm & 3pm
Fri 20 Jan at 10am
Fri 20 Jan at 12pm
Fri 20 Jan at 3pm
Sat 21 Jan at 10am & 12pm
“…this brave little offspring of the Gruffalo captures the young audience and keeps it entranced… plenty of audience involvement to keep the kids active and engaged….” – Stage Whispers
If you loved The Gruffalo, don’t miss the sequel, which returns following previous sell-out Australian tours – now in a new West End production!
Join the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in this magical musical adaptation of the much-loved picture book.
One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he?
Suitable for children 3+
This dramatisation of THE GRUFFALO’S CHILD is based on the picture book THE GRUFFALO’S CHILD © illustrations 2004 Axel Scheffler and © text 2004 Julia Donaldson published by Macmillan Children’s Books
DATES AND TIMES: Fri 20 Jan at 8pm
The Multicultural Comedy Gala is a hilarious celebration of Australia’s rich cultural diversity, by a world-class selection of acclaimed comedians.
This star-studded line up of seasoned stand-up veterans pokes fun at everything that makes us different, but so much the same.
Whether you’re First Nations, first generation, ninth generation or a new Australian, you’ll find plenty to tickle your ribs in the Multicultural Comedy Gala.
Line-up includes: ARIA-nominee Akmal, Graham Kennedy Awardwinner Dilruk Jayasinha, Pick of the Sydney Fringe-winner Rebecca De Unamuno and Melbourne International Comedy Festival Raw finalist Ting Lim, Deadly Funny finalist Dane Simpson and Sydney Comedy Festival Most Outstanding Show nominee Ivan Aristeguieta.
DATES AND TIMES:
Thurs 2 Feb at 8pm
Fri 3 Feb at 8pm
Sat 4 Feb at 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Sun 5 Feb at 1.30pm & 6pm
Tues 7 Feb at 7.30pm
Wed 8 Feb at 7.30pm
Thurs 9 Feb at 7.30pm
Fri 10 Feb at 7.30pm
Sat 11 Feb at 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Sun 12 Feb at 1.30pm
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“A smash-hit musical… a wow-inducing spectacular” – Time Out
The movie you love, laced with iconic ‘90s hits…missing out might just ruin your reputation.
By incredible demand, Cruel Intentions: The ’90s Musical is coming to Riverside!
Based on the Hollywood film, it’s jam packed with big laughs, good vibes and killer tunes.
Featuring back to back ’90s songs from The Verve, *NSYNC, Christina Aguilera, Britney Spears, No Doubt, Jewel, Placebo and many more, this bittersweet symphony will have you singing and dancing in the aisles.
So slip into your favourite crop-top and cargo pants combo, and get tickets to this nostalgia fuelled experience. You’ll be living your ’90s dream quicker than the speed of dial up internet.
BY TARELL ALVIN MCCRANEY DIRECTED BY DINO DIMITRIADIS AND ZINDZI OKENYO
MUSIC
BY ALLEN RENÉ LOUIS CHOREOGRAPHY BY TARIK FRIMPONG
DATES AND TIMES: Performances from 14 Feb - 11 Mar
PREVIEWS: Tues 14 - Fri 17 Feb at 8pm
SEASON: Wed - Sat at 8pm; Sat at 2pm* *No matinee on Sat 18
Determined to make his mark, Pharus Young is hell-bent on being the best choir leader in the 50 year history of Charles R. Drew Prep School for Boys. In a world built on dusty rites and rituals, how can he maintain his shine while trying to conform to masculine expectations and gain the respect of the choristers he leads?
Written by Academy Award winner Tarell Alvin McCraney (Moonlight ), with Music Direction by Allen René Louis (Broadway Inspiration Voices) and created by a sensational Australian and International team, this Tony nominated Play blends the language of high school hallways with the soulful sounds of gospel for an unforgettable night in the theatre.
Thurs 16 Feb at 7.30pm
Fri 17 Feb at 7.30pm
Sat 18 Feb at 2pm & 7.30pm
Sun 19 Feb at 5.30pm
Wed 22 Feb at 7.30pm
Thurs 23 Feb at 7.30pm
Fri 24 Feb at 7.30pm
Sat 25 Feb at 2pm & 7.30pm
Sun 26 Feb at 5.30pm
"5 stars from the second it starts" – The Advertiser
After a sold out premiere season in 2019, the award winning box office hit show MATADOR proudly returns to Sydney; bigger, bolder and sexier than ever!
Inspired by a tale as old as time, MATADOR is a fiery fusion of burlesque, dance and jaw-dropping circus acts. Set across a fiery Spanish sunset, this is a thematic tale of forbidden love, carnal desires, passion and pain, a tale of a love torn bull & the seductive Matador!
Comprising a colourful cast of 14 incredible performers, MATADOR features non-stop entertainment from start to finish. High energy commercial dance pieces, beautiful, touching contemporary and ballet acts as well as steamy Latin numbers intertwine with saucy burlesque acts, pole dancing and hair raising aerial and circus acts.
MATADOR - presented as part of Sydney WorldPride Pride Amplified
Maureen: Harbonger of Death ,
BY VONNE PATIAG
DATES AND TIMES:
Thurs 2 Mar at 7pm
Fri 3 Mar at 7pm Sat 4 Mar at 1pm & 6pm
A creative first look supported through Riverside's National Theatre of Parramatta’s True West program.
A tale of invisibility, rage and the uplifting power of survival. Part monologue, part eulogy, and packing more than a punch, Blanco honours his dying creative ambitions with documentarian flair. An Asian character study with weights and floor work, movement and audience interaction, this fusion of verbatim and physical theatre explores the fractured mind of one man.
Blanco has decided to end the ‘short life cycle’ of his acting career due to the culminating effect of hidden and casual racism on his psyche. How do we thrive in life when faced with so many dead ends in our artistic endeavours? Blanco proves that sometimes the truth can be more entertaining, but it’s up to you if you want to laugh.
DATES AND TIMES: Sat 4 Mar at 7.30pm
There’s more to being queer than coming out and getting married. Join host Maeve Marsden and an incredible line up of guests for an all-star edition of Australia’s favourite queer storytelling night. Vulnerable and fierce, hilarious and heartbreaking, Queerstories celebrates the culture and creativity of the LGBTQI+ community one true story at a time, each guest is asked to share the story they want to tell, but are never asked to; unexpected tales of pride, prejudice, resilience and resistance.
An institution around the country, Queerstories has played to crowds big and small, from Mudgee to Murwillumbah, Albury to Adelaide, Brisbane and beyond, with an award-winning podcast featuring an archive of more than 300 queer tales.
DATES AND TIMES:
Tues 7 Mar at 10.15am & 12.30pm
Wed 8 Mar at 10.15am
Join 8 year old Grace and her family on their adventurous and often funny expedition around Australia!
Following CDP’s successful national tour of Magic Beach, Alison Lester AM’s classic book comes to life on stage, with songs, fun, (and quokkas!).
From the team behind The Gruffalo and The 13-, 26-, 52-, 78- and 91-Storey Treehouses, this new adaptation from multi-award winning playwright Finegan Kruckemeyer is a celebration of family, love, and the diversity and beauty of Australia.
Suitable for ages 3 - 10
BY JONATHAN BIGGINS, DREW FORSYTHE AND PHILLIP SCOTT PERFORMED BY JONATHAN BIGGINS, MANDY BISHOP, DREW FORSYTHE AND PHILLIP SCOTT
DATES AND TIMES:
Thurs 16 Mar at 7.30pm
Fri 17 Mar at 7.30pm
Sat 18 Mar at 2pm
Sat 18 Mar at 7.30pm
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"Sharper and wittier than ever... one of Sydney’s great satirical institutions" - The Australian
It’s a new dawn, a new day, and a new captain at the helm of the ship of state. And what a state we’re in!
Inflation, rising interest rates, conflict in Ukraine, climate disaster, culture wars, COVID 19-20-21-22-23, and a looming World War Three… Could things get any worse? Absolutely! Neighbours has finished!
But there is a light on the horizon: The Wharf Revue is back! Inspired by the new national spirit of optimism that lasted for a week, the team are as keen as mustard to once again tackle the big-picture issues.
FORM DANCE PROJECTS AND RIVERSIDE THEATRES PRESENTS DANCE BITES 2023
DATES AND TIMES:
Thurs 16 Mar at 8pm
Fri 17 Mar at 12.30pm + Q&A
Fri 17 Mar at 7pm
Sat 18 Mar at 8pm
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“Far From Home brings to the stage the humanity of told and untold stories by voices not always heard.”
Following their successful season of A Night’s Game in 2019, Alleyne Dance bring back their dynamic, powerhouse style to the Riverside stage. Far From Home will be a hard hitting, atmospheric dance production exploring the topic of immigration.
The performance ensemble will highlight the emotional and mental stresses of migrant families and the impact on communities where they “settle”.
Far From Home has been co-commissioned by The Place, Dance City Newcastle, Dance East and Dampfzentrale Bern with support from Arts Council England National Lottery Projects Grant.
DATES AND TIMES: Sun 19 Mar at 4pm
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Audiences will be transported into the supernatural world of The Three Seas - an international, cross-cultural ensemble that fuses West Bengal and Himalayan folk song with contemporary sounds from Sydney and Kolkata.
DATES AND TIMES:
Thurs 23 Mar at 8pm
Fri 24 Mar at 8pm
Sat 25 Mar at 2.30pm & 8pm M
½: "(Maureen) grows in our hearts, gladdens us, saddens us, and makes us want her to live forever." - Sydney Morning Herald
With cigarette smoke curling through the air, and Jatz cracker crumbs settling on the carpet, Maureen sits before you. You’re her guest, so you’d better sit up and listen.
It’s in this bohemian living room, accompanied by minimal props or costume, that writer and performer Jonny Hawkins transforms into Maureen: a razor tongued doyenne with stories to tell, inspired by Hawkins’ friend and self-described “working class glamour queen”. Co-created with director Nell Ranney, Maureen: Harbinger of Death, is a celebration of the rich lives of older women. Acerbic, hilarious, poignant and moving, it is an uplifting demonstration of the wisdom, vitality, kindness and humour of women too often overlooked or dismissed by society.
A night of wit, imagination and storytelling with a character you won’t forget.
DATES AND TIMES:
Wed 29 Mar at 10.15am & 12.30pm
Thurs 30 Mar at 10.15am
A play with music inspired by the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler
Join an adventurous young girl and her seafaring father as they reimagine the story of a tiny snail’s incredible trip around the world, inspired by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved picture book.
Longing to see the world, a tiny sea snail hitches a lift on the tail of a great big, grey-blue humpback whale. Together they go on an amazing journey, brought vividly to life through live music, storytelling and lots of laughs – but when the whale gets beached, how will the snail save him?
A heart-warming adventure for everyone aged four and up, from CDP Kids, the team who brought you The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo’s Child, and Room on the Broom live on stage.
The Snail and the Whale © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2003 –Macmillan Children’s Books
The highly anticipated 34th session of the Alliance Française French Film Festival returns to the Riverside Cinema for another year of must-see French Cinema. Keep an eye out for our selection of six exceptional, contemporary French films, to be announced in January. We hope you will join us for another outstanding week of French cinema.
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BY CASUS CREATIONS AND CLUSTER ARTS SUPPORTED BY AUSTRALIA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS
The B-boy meets the Bendy boy. Hip hop and the Hula Hooper. Pop, lock and adagio.
Collision is a cross-pollination of contemporary circus and street dance. Six young, exceptionally bendy performers flex with grace and power to a soundtrack of new hip hop and R&B plus classic Tupac, Stevie Wonder and Salt-N-Pepa. Impressive group routines where bodies tessellate and stack effortlessly upon each other, plus acrobatically dazzling solos.
Casus Creations, is a pioneer contemporary circus company known for ground-breaking acrobatics and physical poetry with a reputation as a leader in the contemporary circus on the world stage.
Collision will be an explosion for your senses!
Suitable for ages 8+
"Supercharged urban circus" - Scenestr
BMX, basketball, breakdancing, acrobatics, drumming and more, the international smash hit returns!
A phenomenal physical performance exploring all forms of rotation, 360 ALLSTARS connects the street with the elite to deliver a supercharged urban circus. Boasting a stellar cast of World Champion and World Record holding artists and athletes, 360 ALLSTARS is a spectacular fusion of the extraordinary artistry that emerges from street culture.
Add to this a stunning live soundtrack delivered by award winning musicians, coupled with spectacular video projections, 360 ALLSTARS is as aurally exciting as it is visually astounding.
Don’t miss this chance to catch 360 ALLSTARS at Riverside as part of their 10 year anniversary World Tour and check out our website for more details on the workshops.
Suitable for ages 5+
In Vivaldi Unplugged, the Brandenburg bring two of his masterpieces roaring to life. Gloria and The Four Seasons are given theatrical adrenaline shots of colour and movement to reveal both the details and force of this extraordinary composer.
Uplifting and evocative, the concert features the Brandenburg Choir and the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra – full of virtuosity and brilliance.
Following on from the popular Freud’s Last Session by Mark St Germain (March 2022) we are excited to welcome back Nicholas Papademetriou (who played Dr Freud) as Albert Einstein in Relativity by the same playwright. This clever play, combining heart and humour, will start an interesting conversation about what makes a great man?
Opera Australia THE BARBER OF SEVILLE
Composed by Gioachino Rossini Directed by Priscilla Jackman
Delight in a riotous romp along the road to true love! This is opera at its light-hearted, effervescent best.
A Christine Dunstan Production Colleen McCullough’s TIM
Adapted for the stage by Tim McGarry
Filled with notions of love, loss and acceptance, and set in the modern day, this seminal Australian story has been sensitively adapted for the stage by playwright Tim McGarry (Boy Swallows Universe, There’s A Sea in My Bedroom).
A Sydney Theatre Company and Moogahlin Performing Arts production THE VISITORS
By Jane Harrison
Directed by Wesley Enoch
At once a riveting, deeply researched insight into one of the most impactful and painful days in Australia’s history, and a hugely entertaining study of how communities respond to change and the unknown.
“I love drama. It’s fun to be here. It’s funny to be cheeky all the time. Have a laugh.” – Anthony, participant
Riverside's Beyond the Square drama workshops for adults with disability have been running for over 27 years working with a large number of incredible artists as teachers, facilitators and directors.
The program runs throughout the year, with bookings available for a selection of dates for in-person and online workshops. Scan here to find out more online about Riverside's Beyond the Square workshops.
Riverside is committed to making our programs and venues welcoming and accessible for all people. If you require specific seating, audio or accessible parking please contact our Box Office team on 02 8839 3399 who will be happy to assist. Our Front of House staff can also help you to your seat if required.
Level access from the street leads into our foyer. Level access continues into all venues. Space for wheelchairs is available in all venues but requires booking in advance.
Accessible bathrooms are available at each end of the foyer.
Limited paid parking at Riverside is available for patrons with a current disability parking permit only. Ask the Box Office staff when booking your tickets.
If you need seats closer to the front to be able to hear please advise the Box Office staff when booking your tickets.
Riverside has hearing augmentation systems in all three theatres to assist patrons who are hearing impaired. Choose from a single ear earpiece, a neck loop attached to a hearing aid or use your own ear buds with Riverside’s FM receiver to amplify the sound from the stage. To access this free service, ask the Box Office staff when booking your tickets.
Patrons with hearing impairment can access some live performances and cinema sessions through captioning. Captioning is available on large screens inside the theatre for live performances and as open captioning for some films.
Riverside accepts the NSW Companion Card, allowing a support person free entry.
If you need seats closer to the front to be able to see and enjoy the show, please advise the Box Office staff when booking your tickets.
Patrons with vision impairments can access some live performances and some cinema events through audio description. Audio description is the live verbal commentary at select moments in the performance and is relayed to audience members via a discreet receiver and ear piece. The description communicates key visual information including action sequences, facial expressions, costume and scenery. Sensory pre-show tours are offered alongside Audio Described shows. Advise the Box Office staff when booking your tickets.
A number of performances at Riverside are selected to be interpreted with Australian Sign Language (Auslan). Interpreters are discreetly positioned on side stage and provide an opportunity for people who are Deaf to access and enjoy these theatre productions.
These are sensory friendly performances where the perceived ‘rules’ of theatre are modified to allow patrons with Autism and other specific needs to enjoy the performance in a welcoming environment.
Modifications will differ depending on the show, but can include the house lights being dimmed, but not turned all the way down; the understanding that patrons may come and go from the theatre as needed; elements of the show that might include loud noises or sudden bright lights being toned down or removed.
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The performing arts helps build stronger, more connected communities and can transform lives. Here at Riverside we are proud to be a vibrant cultural hub in our local community, but we always strive to do more.
Please consider making a tax deductible donation to help us continue to give education access, eliminate barriers to attendance and strengthen new play development.
Our extensive Education Program not only inspires Australia’s up-and-coming talent but also makes the transformative experience of live theatre affordable through our subsidy program.
Beyond the Square is Riverside’s drama program for people with disability. Offering participants creative outlets, personal and social exploration, and skills development it is one of the longest running and largest programs of its kind in Sydney.
Riverside’s National Theatre of Parramatta is investing in the future, creating opportunities for Western Sydney artists and audiences through mentoring and much more.
For more information on the Parramatta Cultural Trust, to become a Sponsor or to find out other ways you can help Riverside, contact us on 02 8839 3399 or see riversideparramatta.com.au/support. All donations over $2 are tax deductible.
Find us nestled on the banks of the scenic Parramatta River in the heart of Eat Street.
T: Our closest station is Parramatta Station which is approximately 15 minute walk from Riverside. Trains to Parramatta run every 10 to 15 minutes and bus services run regularly throughout the night.
F: Parramatta Wharf is an 8 minute walk to us along the river. For more transport options and to plan your trip see transportnsw.info/
P: There are multiple car parks in short walking distance of Riverside (see map). We are delighted to be able to offer a discount at the Eat Street Erby Place car park. Please present your theatre ticket to the Secure Parking staff at the Eat Street Car Park control room for validation, before making your way to Riverside.
If you hold a current accessible parking permit, we have a small number of onsite parking spaces available to book through our Box Office on 02 8839 3399
Please note: Permanent traffic changes are now in place on and around Church Street (between Market & Macquarie Streets) for the Parramatta Light Rail. Motorists traveling to Riverside should note, these changes may affect the amount of time that it takes for you to drive & park.
More details including delicious dining options at riversideparramatta.com.au/your-visit
Riverside Theatres is a unit of City of Parramatta Council
RIVERSIDE THEATRES
Cnr Church and Market Streets Parramatta NSW 2150 PO Box 3636 Parramatta NSW 2124
ABN 49907174773
Administration
02 8839 3398 Mon – Fri, 9am – 5pm
Director – Craig McMaster Marketing & Communications Team Leader – Sophie Anderson Leadership Team Administrator – Cassandra Bayley Operations Manager – Mike Brew Ticketing & Box Office Coordinator – Dave Fili Business & Venue Coordinator – Marijana Jevremov
Executive Producer, National Theatre of Parramatta – Joanne Kee Business Manager – Tanya Sampson Program Manager – Catherine Swallow
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Riverside reserves the right to add, withdraw and substitute artists and vary the programme and prices should the necessity arise. Please note that some performances may contain smoke, strobe lighting, loud noise, coarse language and nudity. Where known we will indicate this in our program, website and in the theatre foyer at the time of the performance.
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