At Glen Street Theatre we welcome student groups and excursions to come and experience the magic of a live theatre performance. For many children, coming to Glen Street Theatre may be their first experience of the performing arts, and is a wonderful introduction to dramatic elements, story and narrative, music, and personal expression. A trip to the theatre exposes students to new ideas, inspires their creativity and challenges them to think critically. It can also be a tool for cultivating important life skills in young people such as empathy and confidence.
We are proud to present a variety of shows in our program that cater to the very young all the way through to high school-aged students – with strong links to curriculum to enhance learning outcomes.
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Our 2025 Education Season is open to teachers and educators for 2025.
Josephine Wants to Dance
14-19 March
She’s bold. She’s bouncy. She’s back! A hilarious musical about the importance of believing in yourself and realising your dreams and... a dancing kangaroo! Based on the picture book by Jackie French and Bruce Whatley, this delightful musical is a must-see!
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
2-4 May
One of the most-read and famous children's books of all time, The Very Hungry Caterpillar emerges off the page in a masterful theatrical experience for children 18 months+ and their adults.
1984 by George Orwell
15-17 May
Strap in for an electrifying take on the George Orwell classic – from the multi-award winning creative minds at Shake & Stir (Frankenstein, Jane Eyre, Animal Farm and Dracula).
It was a bright cold day, and the clocks were striking thirteen...
Winston Smith, an editor at the Ministry of Truth, sits quietly. A quick swig of gin; a glance of quiet optimism toward the telescreen. Winston opens his diary, puts pen to paper, and in doing so, commits the essential crime that contains all others in itself. A radical and unprecedented act of rebellion.
Jekyll & Hyde | The Trojan War
A Slightly Isolated Dog have built a reputation for shaking up well-known stories and injecting their trademark outrageous physical comedy and twisted pop songs to the telling.
Catch two brilliant performances over three days with JEKYLL & HYDE and THE TROJAN WAR.
Jekyll & Hyde
20-21 May
Meet the most delightfully evil man alive, Mr Hyde. A man so evil he punches the cleaning lady, drop-kicks a precious puffin and yells ‘shark’ at the beach. This mad-cap rendition of Jekyll & Hyde celebrates the darkness within us all.
The Trojan War
22-23 May
The Trojan War tells the story of the tragic fall of Troy. It’s a raucous celebration of our ridiculous lives: using this classic tale of gods and heroes to playfully explore questions around the current chaos of our times.
You Are a Doughnut
26-27 May
From the creators of The Alphabet of Awesome Science comes a brand-new multi-award-winning family show...You Are a Doughnut! Join biology teachers Oesoph A. Gus and Dewey Dean as they embark upon an utterly brilliant all-singing, all-dancing (and all-clowning!) exploration of every twisting tube and remarkable organ —with sketches, songs, and sensational science.
Ratburger
5-7 June
From the creative mind of bestselling children’s author David Walliams (The World’s Worst Children, Gangsta Granny), don’t miss the screamingly funny Ratburger when it comes to life on stage, with visually stunning sets and charming puppetry!
Beetle by Legs on The Wall
Saturday 26 July
Even the smallest voices matter. An instant Australian classic, Beetle tells the story of a child who finds a friend in her backyard; together they embark on an adventure to search for his Family, the now elusive Christmas Beetle. The magic of the bush habitat is brought to life through Legs On The Wall’s trademark physical storytelling, and animation created from original artworks by beloved children’s author and illustrator Freya Blackwood.
The Gruffalo's Child
19-20 Aug
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.
Waltzing The Wilarra
28-30 Aug
Written and composed by David Milroy.
Charlie, Elsa and Fay take you on a musical journey back to 1940s post war Perth. Against a backdrop of curfews, and the fear of arrest for consorting, white and Black manage to form their own club. For a night they can forget their worries and experience rare happy times singing, dancing, listening to music, and with a little luck... romance.
Dark secrets and ghosts that have lingered for more than half a century are revealed, and we discover that reconciliation is more than saying sorry.
God of Carnage
5-6 Sep
Two eleven-year-old boys, a stick and some broken teeth are the catalyst in this classic comedy, which Echo Theatre have reimagined, setting it in Canberra in a vibrant new production. When two couples meet to discuss the playground incident between their sons, the evening begins quite amicably. Soon, however, the afternoon deteriorates from one of mild unease and discomfort, into a deluge of accusations, recriminations, jealousy and rage. Boys will be boys, but can the grown-ups be grown up enough to resolve their differences without losing sight of right and wrong?