Coolum Theatre Players

Coolum Theatre Players Since 1988, Coolum Theatre Players has been entertaining audiences with live theatre shows.

Coolum Theatre Players has been an integral part of the local community since its inception in 1988 following the Bicentennial Concert. For the past 35 years we have performed, in the Coolum Civic Centre, a myriad of popular musicals, cabaret shows, pantomimes and plays involving adults and youngsters. We acknowledge that the youth are the future of live community theatre with their new ideas, con

cepts and ideologies. And it’s not just creating the stars on stage, but the musicians, crew behind the scenes, backstage management, lighting, sound, front of house and projection technicians. Our motto is to raise the standards of live community theatre across the Sunshine Coast. With some budding talent shining through, combined with an energetic committee and professional directors, audiences can be assured that Coolum Theatre Players’ shows will be amongst the best on the coast.

Look out the Brass has arrived but can Major Trugett make an impression on these misfits or will she stay under the shad...
05/09/2026

Look out the Brass has arrived but can Major Trugett make an impression on these misfits or will she stay under the shadow of the General..

Fiona Bastion came into theatre as a supportive mum , helping her shy daughter develop confidence. She enjoyed it so much she stayed.

When not on stage , Fiona is an extremely active member of CTP, being a Life Member and Secretary for 2025/26. She also helps with Front of House ,Costuming, Backstage and assisting where she can.

For over 20 yrs she has performed in musicals, one act plays, dramas and comedies. Fiona has been in shows at CTP from Rocky Horror to Full Monty and now can't wait to bring to life Major Trugett in the all female comedy/drama WOMEN IN UNIFORM..
Community Bank Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast Council
Rory Williamson School of Dance

Introducing the voice Pte Ellie Rogers aka the quiet one or is she ?Robyn Moore has been on the coast since 1996 and was...
31/08/2026

Introducing the voice Pte Ellie Rogers aka the quiet one or is she ?

Robyn Moore has been on the coast since 1996 and was in alot of musicals with the Caloundra Chorale including Titanic, Fiddler on the Roof and Secret Garden. The last 20 years have been very busy singing with Sunshine Coast Oriana Choir. Getting back into musicals in 2019 with Noosa Arts Theatre in "The Sound of Music" and then playing Marion in the wonderful production of "The Boy from Oz". Her first production with Coolum was playing Sylvia in the fantastic production of "All Shook Up " followed by ensemble in "9 to 5". Robyn is looking forward to bringing the part of Ellie (the quiet one ) to life for you in Women in Uniform The Musical.
Community Bank Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast Council
Rory Williamson School of Dance

Stand to attention the General has entered the building !! And what better person to bring General Mallory to life is Lo...
28/08/2026

Stand to attention the General has entered the building !! And what better person to bring General Mallory to life is
Lou Van Stone

Lou Van Stone is a professional singer, performer, composer and recording artist whose career spans concerts,cabaret,festivals and original music. She holds a Bachelor of music and is trained in opera, jazz and contemporary singing. Lou has performed at festivals throughout Australia and internationally, including Woodford Folk Festival, Earth Core, Bali Spirit Festival, Seven Sisters Festival and Mind Body Spirits Festivals.

Lou also performs solo shows as The Barefoot Divas, she takes to the stage with Cheryl MacDonald of Opera Australia, bringing powerful female characters from Broadway and Opera to life through song and storytelling.

A passionate composer and recording artist, Lou writes and records her original music. She creates immersive sound healing events, conscious dance gatherings and vocal workshops. Lou loves facilitating transformational experiences that inspire people to reconnect with themselves and each other through voice, music, movement and storytelling.

Lou is delighted to be part of this production and to share the stage with such talented and fun cast and creative team...
Community Bank Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast Council
Rory Williamson School of Dance

Introducing our medical officer ,with caring heart pretty much a glorified St Johns Ambulance first aid trainer Pt Susan...
24/08/2026

Introducing our medical officer ,with caring heart pretty much a glorified St Johns Ambulance first aid trainer Pt Susan Thorpeni aka Torpedo Sam Mellor..

Sam is thrilled to be joining CTP in her first appearance with the company.She is no stranger to theatre with experience including a professional production of Macbeth, dance shows at The Forum Melbourne and Sunshine Coast Stadium, and singing with Pop Choir as part of a 100 voice choir at the Australian premier of the movie Rocketman.She has also worked behind the scenes as a costume dresser for CLOCs Mamma Mia!

Sam is excited to help keep the spirit of theatre alive and hopes to inspire her children by showing them that pursuing their passions can lead to incredible experiences and lifelong memories and friendships.
Sunshine Coast Council
Community Bank Sunshine Coast
Rory Williamson School of Dance

There's always got to be a secret sniper in the group and that's got to be Pt Iris Archer aka ARROW, Jazz Andreasen. Jaz...
23/08/2026

There's always got to be a secret sniper in the group and that's got to be Pt Iris Archer aka ARROW, Jazz Andreasen.

Jazz is reasonably new to Sunshine Coast arriving on our shores in 2022 after growing up on the Northern Beaches of Sydney.
Women in Uniform will be Jazz's debut appearance for Coolum Theatre Players. She has previously performed on stage in "Beauty and the Beast" as the Book Seller and ensemble and has also been known to work backstage.
With her beautiful voice, mostly heard on car trips, she is meant to be on stage.
Other interest include painting and softball and is a hairdresser by trade, specialising in "vivid hair colouring". She is also secretly a big fan of KPOP sensation " stray kids " . Her favourite musical is Kinky Boots and regularly plays DND (Dungeons and Dragons for the Boomers).
Jazz is delighted to be playing the role of PT IRIS Archer aka ARROW in the premier of this awesome original musical, Women In Uniform.

Stand to attention as Commander Ironwood has entered the room..And the only person who could bring the Commander to life...
20/08/2026

Stand to attention as Commander Ironwood has entered the room..And the only person who could bring the Commander to life is Kathryn Barnes.

Well known in the Sunshine Coast theatres, Kathryn Barnes is a versatile and award winning character actor and director. She has worked both in community theatre and professionally and is passionate about live theatre, singing and musicals. She loves the creativity of producing shows, particularly sound and lighting design.

Recently performances at other theatres include the Matron who transforms into a Gothic raven in Purgatory (another original musical) and Edna in Songs of survival. She recently directed the raw, heartfelt drama Tiny Beautiful Things at Maleny Players and the hit comedy Clue on Stage at The Lind last year

Kathryn is delighted to be playing the role of Commander Ironwood in the debut of this brilliant original musical, Women In Uniform and working alongside such a talented cast, crew and director at Coolum theatre.

Welcome Wrong door Private Luna ( tik) Bell ...goes in for a audition and ends up in the Army..Rose is back at CTP after...
18/08/2026

Welcome Wrong door Private Luna ( tik) Bell ...goes in for a audition and ends up in the Army..
Rose is back at CTP after her roles in One Man Two Guvnors in 2024 and Cabaret in 2025. Rose has been a theatre kid since she could find a stage and a audience, performing in many school productions and dance concerts. Rose performed in the Sunshine Coast Eisteddfod while at school and was also a feature soloist in Youth in Performing Arts on the Sunshine Coast two years running. Rose is excited to be in and also build a brand new show alongside experienced actors..Rose will also show her skills with her graphic art in projection screens and video ..
Don't miss this show , tickets on sale September from our website www.coolumtheatre.com.au
Sunshine Coast Council
Community Bank Sunshine Coast
Rory Williamson School of Dance

Attention, at ease welcome Sammi Lillie aka Corporal Morgan Schmit (radar) This is Sammi's 4th musical and 3rd show wi...
13/08/2026

Attention, at ease welcome Sammi Lillie aka Corporal Morgan Schmit (radar)
This is Sammi's 4th musical and 3rd show with CTP . Sammi debut as Myra in Ladies In Black 2021 and then joined the ensemble in 2021 for Little Shop of Horrors with Cope Creative. In 2023 Sammi returned to CTP to Play the Mayor in All Shook Up , After being away in Brisbane Sammi is now excited to again return to CTP in the role of Corporal Morgan Schmit logistics overkill officer who loves to be organised. Aside from performing on stage , Sammi loves the opportunity to dress up and see live theatre, dance and musical performances..

Introducing Talisha Boyd aka Katerina Ferrari the Ballerina Assassin..Talisha is delighted to be back with Coolum Theatr...
10/08/2026

Introducing Talisha Boyd aka Katerina Ferrari the Ballerina Assassin..
Talisha is delighted to be back with Coolum Theatre Players after previously appearing in 9 to 5 .She's especially excited to be part of the ensemble for the World Premier of Women In Uniform because how many people get to say , I WAS THE FIRST !!!
When she's not on stage , you'll usually find her in the audience of another musical. Watching musicals is one of her favourite things, but being in them is even better.( especially when there's such great cast and crew) . She's incredibly grateful to be sharing the stage with such talented women and be a part of bringing a brand new Australian Musical to life. Talisha hopes you enjoy this special production as much as she loves being part of it..

Tickets go on sale in September..
Community Bank Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast Council
Rory Williamson School of Dance

Time to introduce our cast individually as its only 14 weeks till opening night and we have 17 women who will star.Intro...
07/08/2026

Time to introduce our cast individually as its only 14 weeks till opening night and we have 17 women who will star.
Introducing Shari Hall...
Shari is delighted to make her Coolum Theatre Players debut as Sergeant 'Mac' MacDonald in Women in Uniform, marking her return to Sunshine Coast community theatre after appearing in Noosa Arts Theatre's JERRY'S GIRLS almost a decade ago.

Shari's professional theatre credits include touring Australia as the Professional Woman in Menopause The Musical and recently appearing as The Judge in Fever's immersive production, The Jury Experience. Her screen work includes the Australian feature film Seriously Red, appearances in several television series, including Joe vs Carole, and national commercial campaigns.

A life long singer, songwriter and performer, Shari has written , recorded and produced four albums of original music : Perfect Love , Faith, Three and Hope, and has authored the musical memoir Perfect Love: One Woman's Journey from Flesh to Faith. Her Journey has taken her from regional theatre in the United States to professional stages and screens across Australia.

Shari is also a retired anaesthetist, but at the heart of who she is lies a deep love of storytelling through music and theatre. She is thrilled to join this warm and welcoming company, bring Sergeant Mac's strength, humour and humanity to life, and share the stage with the talented cast of this original Australian Musical.

We have definitely brought out the big guns for this show pun intended...

Sunshine Coast Council
Community Bank Sunshine Coast
Rory Williamson School of Dance

Address

Coolum Civic Centre
Coolum Beach, QLD
4573

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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