Bell Shakespeare

Bell Shakespeare We bring Shakespeare's and other classic works to life for today's audiences all over Australia. Australia's national touring theatre company.

28/05/2026

"What if Macbeth was a 13-year-old child star and Lady Macbeth were her ruthless stage mother?"

Launch into MACKENZIE's world through the eyes of Director Virginia Gay and Writer/Composer Yve Blake as they spill on all the dazzle and derangement in this adaption of MACBETH.

MACKENZIE starts playing in just over a week from today in The Neilson Nutshell, from 6 June – 18 July, before touring to Arts Centre Melbourne.

You don't want to miss this🔗bit.ly/MACZ26

26/05/2026

Today is GIVING DAY!

Every donation made between 8am and 8pm will be matched by our generous lead donors – doubling your impact.

Your contribution will help share Shakespeare with communities across Australia, reaching people like Kathy at Christmas Island District High School, and unlocking access to Shakespeare and theatre for the next generation.

We invite you to follow the live countdown towards the day's launch and join us every step of the way. Donate now: bit.ly/3Sqin1O

22/05/2026

“Vaulting ambition…” but make it a child star spiralling through the world of 2000s television fame.

Join mother-daughter duo, Professor Penny Gay and Director of MACKENZIE, Virginia gay, for an in-depth discussion that explores the parallels between Yve Blake's brand-new work, and its source material; Shakespeare's MACBETH. Watch now!

Hair is mentioned 63 times in the MACKENZIE script... it might be important. 💁‍♀️Check out these shots from rehearsals! ...
21/05/2026

Hair is mentioned 63 times in the MACKENZIE script... it might be important. 💁‍♀️

Check out these shots from rehearsals! Only two weeks until MACKENZIE opens in Sydney, don't miss out: bit.ly/MACZ26
📷 Brett Boardman

'O, what learning is!' Bell Shakespeare is calling for Expressions of Interest from experienced teaching artists to help...
15/05/2026

'O, what learning is!' Bell Shakespeare is calling for Expressions of Interest from experienced teaching artists to help deliver our extensive national education program. We are currently seeking teaching artists based in Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide, but can also accept EOIs from artists who live outside of these areas.

If you have experience working with young people in education settings, experience with Shakespeare, and a passion for connecting young people and teachers with his work in meaningful and accessible ways, we want to hear from you. EOIs close Sunday 7 June 2026. Learn more: bit.ly/4wuMV5l

12/05/2026

Join us for Bell Shakespeare’s annual Giving Day on 26 May. Every contribution made on that day will be matched by our wonderful lead donors – doubling your impact!

To share Shakespeare is to spark a love of language, curiosity and joy. Your support helps us continue making Shakespeare education and live performance accessible across Australia.

Save the date and have your gift matched.

Over the weekend, JULIUS CAESAR took to the stage for the last time. Audiences loved Shakespeare's political masterpiece...
11/05/2026

Over the weekend, JULIUS CAESAR took to the stage for the last time.

Audiences loved Shakespeare's political masterpiece, and we deeply thank the cast, crew and creative team who were able to bring this thrilling and enduring story to life.

We also thank those who were able to join us in Sydney, Canberra and Melbourne to experience JULIUS CAESAR. We hope you join us again for our upcoming productions, MACKENZIE and MACBETH.

Heads up, Melbourne! JULIUS CAESAR closes this Sunday, 10 May. This is your FINAL chance to join us for Peter Evans' thr...
05/05/2026

Heads up, Melbourne! JULIUS CAESAR closes this Sunday, 10 May.

This is your FINAL chance to join us for Peter Evans' thrilling production of Shakespeare’s political masterpiece.

The best seats are selling fast. Book your tickets now.

📸 Brett Boardman

Week 1 of MACKENZIE rehearsals on digi cam 📸✨
02/05/2026

Week 1 of MACKENZIE rehearsals on digi cam 📸✨

Congratulations to Sean Layh, winner of the 2025 Archibald Packing Room Prize for his portrait of actor Jacob Collins, T...
01/05/2026

Congratulations to Sean Layh, winner of the 2025 Archibald Packing Room Prize for his portrait of actor Jacob Collins, The tragicall historie of Hamlet, Prince of Denmarke.

Sean recently joined us for our production of JULIUS CAESAR, where he spent time in the rehearsal room observing the company at work. He's now developing a painting in response to Peter Evans' political tragedy, and we cannot wait to see it.

Congratulations, Sean.

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