THE GENESIAN THEATRE COMPANY’S NEW THEATRE IS OFFICIALLY OPEN!
An exciting era for The Genesian Theatre Company has officially begun. The company’s
brand new theatre in Rozelle was declared open this past week and marks the beginning of
a new chapter for not only the Genesians but the local community as well.
After saying a final goodbye to their ‘little theatre’ in Kent Street, the Genesians said an
enthusiastic hello last Sunday to their brand new home in Rozelle. The purpose-built
theatre space is situated within the St Joseph’s precinct in Gordon Street. A comprehensive
theatrical fit-out has transformed the precinct’s church hall into a 130-seat playhouse,
complete with bar, foyer, backstage dressing rooms, as well as a state-of-the-art sound and
lighting control booth. The theatre also features wheelchair and walker access. A new asset
to the inner west community, the theatre is perfectly positioned near the reopened White
Bay Power Station, as well as the area’s many pubs and restaurants. It will be a place for all
to enjoy productions, classes, workshops and other performances.
A packed house of members, old and new, saw The Genesian Theatre President, Barry
Nielsen, acknowledge the enormous dedication and hard work that has seen the hope for a
new home for the company turn into a reality. After a moving recital of the Actor’s Prayer, a
cherished long-standing tradition before every Genesian performance, Bishop Danny
Meagher performed a special blessing for the new space. Mayor of the Iner West Council,
Darcy Byrne, then officially declared the theatre open. Attendees were then treated to a
special treat with an exclusive preview of the first ten minutes of AN INSPECTOR CALLS, the
company’s first production at their new home, which opens in January, 2025.
As the Genesians celebrate this new beginning, we recommit to fostering a love for theatre
for this and future generations. We do so by upholding our traditions and values and
welcoming the exciting infusion of new ideas and new energy into our new home at Rozelle.
For more information about upcoming performances and events, please visit our website at
www.genesiantheatre.com.au.
AN INSPECTOR CALLS is playing January 11 – February 22, 2025 (preview Friday, January 10)
Venue: Genesian Theatre, St Joseph’s Church Hall, 2B Gordon Street, Rozelle.
For tickets, visit here.
