It was easy to see Debbie’s supportive hand in the entire production, her attention to detail, and how each character clearly knew their role and how it melded to make the whole.

The show is very well cast and is another directed by the lovely Debbie Keyt with her team Rhonda Vaughan (Musical Director) and Camilla Klesman (Choreographer). This is my third review for Beaumaris Theatre and I also see other shows there; they are all fabulous.

Live theatre is a precious art form. Beaumaris Theatre is a superb and delightfully intimate theatre and the values our founders, Bill and Angela Martin established 71 years ago are still honoured today. There isn’t just one thing that makes our unique theatre special, it’s a million intangible qualities and the mix of vibrant, ebullient, imaginative, clever and creative personalities that make Beaumaris Theatre all that it is and our collective desire to bring stories to the stage for thespians to enjoy: “Theatre for all”.

Delving into the music of Tim Finn is a dream pursuit for any aficionado of eighties tunes, so it has been a delight to embrace this new choreographical adventure - once again alongside my dear and talented friends Debbie Keyt and Rhonda Vaughan- to discover the score of Ladies in Black.

Rose Chambers is making her Beaumaris Theatre debut in Ladies in Black this March. We asked her to step into the spotlight so we can get to know her better.

What was your first role in the theatre? (on stage or off)? My first role in the theatre was a lost boy in my school’s production of Peter Pan!

Sally Fleming has played a critical role in bringing to life several Beaumaris Theatre productions, including A Year with Frog and Toad and Arsenic & Old Lace. We asked Sally to step under the spotlight to get to know her better.

Congratulations to the cast and production teams of The Bridges of Madison County and A Year with Frog and Toad on their well-earned Music Theatre Guild of Victoria nominations and commendations!

Andrew Wild is making his Beaumaris Theatre debut in Arsenic and Old Lace this November at Beaumaris Theatre. We asked Andrew to step under the spotlight to get to know him better.

Annalei was gorgeous inside and out and she radiated ebullience and a zest for life, she had a fabulous sense of fun and humour and she had the most stunning and dazzling smile.

Ella Creaton’s creative genius has been a vital element to many Beaumaris Theatre productions over the last couple of years. We asked Ella to step under the spotlight to get to know her better.

It is truly captivating and the music and singing is beautiful with amazing voices, heartfelt lyrics and some very comical moments too. You will laugh and you will cry and you will relate to something or someone in almost every scene.

Step inside the doors of the theatre, and it's a different world. Every common area hums with action, collaboration and laughter. This is one of the many rehearsals for the inaugural Beaumaris Theatre Monologue Festival. For three hours, a colourful crew of creatives flit through the building, each bringing to life a unique story.

Here we are in June, halfway through the year. What a delightfully busy six months we’ve had. Throughout the last few months, we’ve had three shows overlapping and Beaumaris Theatre was abuzz with theatrical activity, which is just the way we love it.

Beaumaris Theatre is delighted to announce the all-star cast of The Bridges of Madison County, directed by Colin Armstrong and musically directed by Sue Fletcher.

I am writing this as the cast and production team of Steel Magnolias prepare for their final two performances, rehearsals for our August production of The Bridges of Madison County have kicked off (announced below), and we are also fast approaching our very first Beaumaris Theatre Monologue Festival! 

It’s hard to pick a favourite character, especially if you see it as a woman yourself – you will probably relate to each one of them in some way, or, picture in your mind, a friend you could easily have represented by one of them somewhere within the plot.

We are delighted to announce the directors and actors who will be bringing original work to life in Beaumaris Theatre's inaugural Monologue Festival.

The Monologue Festival will feature a series of powerful performances by local actors, each presenting an original monologue that highlights their skills and creativity. The festival will celebrate the art of solo performance and offer a platform for actors to shine in the spotlight.

Beaumaris Theatre Inc. is delighted to announce the playwrights and their monologues who will be featured in our inaugural Monologue Festival this June.

Thank you to everyone who supported our concert in support of Cancer Council Victoria on Saturday 27 April. With your support, we have raised an incredible $2,933.75 to support Victorians affected by cancer.

Congratulations to Committee member Fiona Willians on being a finalist for the Citizen of the Year Award at the recent Bayside Community Awards.

Get to know the all-star cast of A Year with Frog and Toad before you see the show!

I first saw the movie Steel Magnolias in 1989 and I was uplifted and torn apart by the beautiful, heartwarming story, witty and moving script and the special relationships of the friends played exceptionally by Hollywood’s powerhouse of female stars. There was no doubt their friendships transcended off-screen to real life.

It is hard to find the words to fully describe the impact Robyn, Steve and Trevor have had on Beaumaris Theatre and our community. We are so grateful for the passion, leadership, compassion and creativity they have brought to the Committee, expertly guiding the Theatre through challenging times and establishing a strong foundation for the future.

A Year with Frog and Toad has been described as part vaudeville, part make-believe and all charm. While the cast is five adults, this production is a perfect way for the whole family to come on an adventure across the four seasons with Frog, Toad and all their friends.

Fred has been involved in the Theatre scene in Melbourne for over 45 years. He has made it a better place. Not everyone can have that said about them - but Fred can.

Camilla has been involved with Beaumaris for the past twenty years.  During this time she has choreographed seventeen of our productions. She has given her time generously, both whilst serving on the Committee and when we required her support after she stepped down from Committee duties. 

Steve is a man of action and many talents. He can often be found riding his bike, participating in Parkrun, helping behind the scenes at the Theatre with maintenance, set building, working backstage as a crew member or stage manager or appearing on stage. Every December, Steve can be found in a red suit and white beard spreading Christmas joy! 

Since his first role with ACE Theatre in 1995, Stephen has been involved in over 55 productions. Beaumaris Theatre is very grateful for all the contributions Stephen makes and has made over more than 20 years. 

Natalie Carden is making her Beaumaris Theatre Inc. debut in Little Miss Sunshine this September. We asked her to step under the spotlight to get to know her better.