For Artists
Hello!
As artists, relationships make everything possible. Whether it’s with audiences, partners, or other companies, nothing happens without genuine connection. It’s not always formal. Often it’s coffee catch-ups, post-show conversations, or spending time with an artist’s work. For us, building and nurturing those relationships is an important part of the job, and we love getting to know new faces!
If you’re an independent artist, we would love to meet you. Introduce yourself, your work, and get to know ours too. We are interested in mutual creative collaborations. The best way to get on our radar is to drop us an email, invite us to see your work, or apply for one of our artist development programs. You can email producer@observatorytheatre.com
General Applications
Are you an artist working in independent theatre? Send us your details and let's chat. We're looking for actors, directors, technical designers, dramaturgs and others. Send through your CV and a brief introduction to yourself. Email: apply@observatorytheatre.com
Auditions - Expressions of Interest
Calling all actors! We are holding auditions for projects in 2026 and beyond.
Send through an expression of interest now to apply@observatorytheatre.com with the subject line "Auditions EOI". Please include your CV, a headshot, and a link to a showreel or previous acting work.
We are especially interested in actors we haven’t worked with yet, so if you are interested in what we do at Observatory Theatre, we highly encourage you to send through your details.
Playwrights
New stories, voices and perspectives are an important part of our culture and society. We frequently commission new work through our Telescope program, which accepts applications annually. We also commission new work by writers who we have a long standing relationship with. If you're interested in getting involved as a writer with us, send us an email: producer@observatorytheatre.com
The Telescope New Writing Program supports emerging playwrights to make their big, bold and ambitious ideas a reality on stage. We commission playwrights to write daring and imaginative stories, encouraging growth, learning and experimentation across the process. The program offers unique opportunities for writers to have their work seen by audiences and industry through a premiere production.
"Developing a new play through the Telescope Program has helped to open up a wealth of new perspectives and ideas about the work, and the craft of writing and making theatre in general. It’s been great to feel both supported and productively challenged by the company and generous associate artists across the whole process" - Oliver Gough (for Disney Off Ice, 2024)
Applications for the 2026 Telescope in-take will open in August 2025. Express your interest now by sending an email: telescope@observatorytheatre.com
Click Here for more information on the Telescope Program.
Focus Room is a casual, monthly space for writers of all experiences and skill levels to gather, grow and develop their craft. In a supportive and inclusive environment, writers receive professional feedback on their current work, talk with a featured playwright who shares insights on their craft, and get some work done in a group setting. The program is flexible to your needs as a writer, whether it be inspiration, productivity or community.
Places are limited every month. Find out more by clicking here.
Post-Show Talks
We hold post-show discussions after select performances. Check the event page for more details. A performance is constantly in dialogue with the community, so come and join the conversation. The theatre-makers will discuss the work in depth and shed light on the creative process, plus hang around for a beverage and chat afterwards. We promise it'll be fun and interesting!
Values Statement
Observatory Theatre is all about collaboration, bold ideas, and pushing artistic boundaries. We believe theatre has the power to change lives, challenge perspectives, and spark conversation - for both the audience and the artists. Our work is designed to be impactful, thought-provoking, and adventurous. We aim for professional quality while embracing the freedom of an independent spirit, turning limitations into creative opportunities. Every project we take on is fueled by passion and a commitment to making great theatre. At the heart of it all, we’re dedicated to creating a space where artists feel safe, supported, and inspired to take risks. We encourage experimentation, exploration, and fearless creativity, because that’s where the magic happens.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
We’re here to make a real impact on Brisbane’s theatre scene and on theatre itself. For us, that starts with inclusion and collaboration. The more diverse voices and perspectives we bring into our work, the richer and more meaningful our stories become. At Observatory Theatre, there’s always room at the table. We welcome artists from all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life to come and create with us. This is a space to play, explore, listen, share, experiment, and take risks. To try, fail, and try again, not just in spite of our differences, but because of them.