Hummingbird Theatre Company

17/06/2026

A familiar face on Brisbane stages, Andy Cosier takes on the role of Luka in Anton Chekhov's 'The Bear'.

More About Andy...

Andy has firmly established himself within the Brisbane theatre community since 2017, appearing in productions including 'Avenue Q,' 'The Wedding Singer,' 'Ladies Day,' 'Harvey,' and 'The Full Monty' with STG.

His stage credits also include 'Flashdance: The Musical' with Prima and 'South Pacific' and 'Annie' with QMT. Beyond the stage, Andy appeared in Centenary Theatre's radio play production of 'War of the Worlds: Panic Broadcast' and has also performed with 'Belles of Burlesque'.

Andy is looking forward to bringing the long-suffering Chubukov to life in 'The Proposal' and sharing an evening of Chekhov's wit and comedy with audiences.

Join Andy and the rest of the cast for 'An Evening with Chekhov', featuring semi-staged readings of 'The Proposal' and 'The Bear' in support of Hummingbird Theatre Company.

Tickets: https://shorturl.at/IdujC

16/06/2026

Joining the cast as Grigory Stepanovitch Smirnov in Anton Chekhov's 'The Bear' is Robin Egan.

More About Robin...

Robin Egan is back on the theatre scene to the sound of bated breath from his countable fans.

Robin will soon appear in A Midnight Social's The Elephant Song, playing Michael, a long-term patient in a psychiatric institution. Personally, he doesn't see the resemblance. A familiar face from many Brisbane Arts Theatre children's productions, Robin has appeared in roles ranging from Robin Hood and Mr Tumnus to Tigger. Venturing into the world of adult theatre has done little to halt his accumulation of noble titles, with his recent portrayal of Prince Humperdinck in The Princess Bride bringing his current tally to two princes and one lord. This resemblance, however, he finds uncanny.

Catch Robin in 'An Evening with Chekhov,' featuring semi-staged readings of 'The Proposal' and 'The Bear' in support of Hummingbird Theatre Company.

🎟 Tickets: https://shorturl.at/IdujC

15/06/2026

We're delighted to introduce Eleanor Crosse as Elena Ivanovna Popova in Anton Chekhov's 'The Bear'.

More about Eleanor…

Eleanor loves the performing arts and has been involved in many productions, including plays, musical theatre, cabaret, and burlesque. Currently, she is performing in ‘Beauty and the Beast’ with Brisbane Musical Theatre as the Flower Seller and featured ensemble. Her favourite performance credits include being a Major General's Daughter in ‘The Pirates of Penzance’ (2024) and Tracy in ‘Seascape with Sharks and Dancer’ (2023). Another favourite play of hers is ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ in which she has played both Hermia (2017) and Helena (2022). Some of her other recent performance credits include Alice in ‘The Secret Garden’ (2025) and Pooh Bear in ‘Winnie the Pooh’ (2025). Her training includes a Diploma and a Bachelor of Acting and Performance completed at TAFE South Bank in 2018, and an apprenticeship with the Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble the following year. When she’s not on stage or rehearsing, Eleanor entertains children as a party princess with Enchanted Enterprises and teaches drama with Stage School Australia.

Join us for An Evening with Chekhov, featuring semi-staged readings of The Proposal and The Bear in support of Hummingbird Theatre Company.

🎟 Tickets: https://shorturl.at/IdujC

15/06/2026

THE BEAR
When the fiery Smirnov arrives at Elena Popova's estate demanding repayment of a debt, he finds a widow determined to remain in mourning. What follows is a hilarious clash of tempers, pride, and unexpected passion in one of Chekhov's most enduring comedies.

Join us for 'An Evening with Chekhov,' featuring semi-staged readings of 'The Proposal' and 'The Bear.'

Presented as a fundraiser supporting the future work of Hummingbird Theatre Company.

🎟 Tickets: https://shorturl.at/IdujC

14/06/2026

An hilarious night of comedy, conflict, and unexpected romance.

Join Hummingbird Theatre Company for a special one-night-only presentation of two of Anton Chekhov's most celebrated comic one-act plays: The Proposal and The Bear.

What begins as a simple marriage proposal quickly descends into a ridiculous battle of pride, stubbornness, and wounded egos. A grieving widow and an irritable creditor find themselves locked in a fiery clash that neither expects. Filled with sharp wit, larger-than-life personalities, and delightfully absurd situations, these timeless comedies continue to entertain audiences more than a century after they were written.

Presented in an intimate semi-staged reading format, this special fundraiser places the focus on the performers, the language, and the enduring humour of Chekhov's writing.

The evening includes:

• The Proposal
• The Bear
• Complimentary tea, coffee, and light refreshments during the interval

EVENT DETAILS

Friday 10 July 2026

6:30pm

The Old Substation
45 Logan Road, Woolloongabba QLD 4102

CAST

Andrew "Andy" Cosier
Stepan Stepanovitch Chubukov (The Proposal)
Luka (The Bear)

Eleanor Crosse
Natalya Stepanovna (The Proposal)
Elena Ivanovna Popova (The Bear)

Robin Egan
Ivan Vassilevitch Lomov (The Proposal)
Grigory Stepanovitch Smirnov (The Bear)

Directed and Produced by Rhys Becks

Music by Nicholas Morgan

All proceeds support Hummingbird Theatre Company's future productions and artistic programs.

Seats are limited.

Book now and join us for an evening of laughter, chaos, and classic theatre.

6:30 PM Fri 10 Jul at The Old Substation Wolloongabba, Woolloongabba, . An hilarious night of comedy, conflict, and unexpected romance. Join Hummingbird Theatre Company for a special one-night-only presentation of two of Anton Chekhov's most celebrated comic one-act plays...

14/06/2026

💍 A marriage proposal should be simple...

Unless pride gets in the way.

Unless frustration takes over.

Unless desperation turns a heartfelt question into an all-out battle.

In The Proposal, what begins as a visit between neighbours quickly descends into a hilariously chaotic clash of egos, tempers, and misunderstandings. It's a comedy packed with larger-than-life characters, razor-sharp wit, and some of the most ridiculous arguments ever committed to the stage.

Meet Lomov. Meet Natalya. Meet Chubukov.

Three people. One proposal. Endless complications.

Join Hummingbird Theatre Company for 'An Evening with Chekhov,' featuring 'The Proposal' and 'The Bear' as intimate semi-staged readings.

📅 Friday 10 July
📍 The Old Substation, Woolloongabba
Complimentary refreshments included

Seats are limited, and this is a one-night-only event.

🎟 Book Now: https://shorturl.at/IdujC

12/06/2026

When most people hear the name Chekhov, they expect something serious.

What surprised me when I first encountered these plays was just how funny they are.

On Friday July 10th, Hummingbird Theatre Company is presenting 'An Evening with Chekhov,' featuring two of his most beloved comic one-act plays, 'The Proposal' and 'The Bear'.

These are stories filled with fiery arguments, oversized personalities, unexpected romance, and some truly ridiculous situations. More than a century after they were written, audiences are still laughing at them.

This special fundraiser will be presented as an intimate semi-staged reading, allowing the wit, humour, and heart of Chekhov's writing to take centre stage.

I'd love for you to join us for a wonderful evening of theatre, complimentary refreshments.

🎭 Friday July 10th
📍 The Old Substation, Woolloongabba
🎟 Tickets: https://shorturl.at/IdujC

09/06/2026

Not able to join us for our 'Evening with Chekhov' fundraiser? For friends interstate, supporters overseas, or anyone unable to attend on the night, we’ve included a donation option through our ticketing page. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps support future HTC productions and assists us in creating opportunities for artists and audiences alike.

Donations can be made for any amount through Sticky Tickets by selecting the 'Donation' ticket type.

Thank you for supporting independent theatre.

Donation link: https://shorturl.at/IdujC

09/06/2026

A familiar face on Brisbane stages, Andy Cosier takes on the role of Stepan Stepanovitch Chubukov in Anton Chekhov's 'The Proposal'.

More About Andy...

Andy has firmly established himself within the Brisbane theatre community since 2017, appearing in productions including 'Avenue Q,' 'The Wedding Singer,' 'Ladies Day,' 'Harvey,' and 'The Full Monty' with STG.

His stage credits also include 'Flashdance: The Musical' with Prima and 'South Pacific' and 'Annie' with QMT. Beyond the stage, Andy appeared in Centenary Theatre's radio play production of 'War of the Worlds: Panic Broadcast' and has also performed with 'Belles of Burlesque'.

Andy is looking forward to bringing the long-suffering Chubukov to life in 'The Proposal' and sharing an evening of Chekhov's wit and comedy with audiences.

Join Andy and the rest of the cast for 'An Evening with Chekhov', featuring semi-staged readings of 'The Proposal' and 'The Bear' in support of Hummingbird Theatre Company.

🎟 Tickets: https://shorturl.at/IdujC