The Adelaide Repertory Theatre (Adelaide Rep)

14/06/2026

Being nurse to the irascible and demanding Sheridan Whiteside is hard enough - without having to deal with his penguins!!! Its enough to drive Nurse Preen mad! Find out how this all comes about in The Man Who Came to Dinner from 9 July 2026.

Step into a whilwind of wit, eccentricity, and delightful mayhem as this sparkling comedy storms the stage.  When a dinner invitation turns into a chaotic house arrest, expect outrageous guests, scandalous secrets, and one unforgettab…

11/06/2026

The Adelaide Repertory Theatre is excited to announce details of the audition process and requirements for The Drowsy Chaperone with auditions to be held on 20 and 21 June 2026.
Step into the sparkling, tap-dancing, champagne-popping world of The Drowsy Chaperone.
We are seeking a dynamic ensemble of exceptional singers, actors, and dancers to bring this hilarious, high-energy Broadway comedy to life. With the roles of the Man in Chair (Scott Nell) and the Chaperone (Bronwyn James) already cast, we are now assembling a talented cast of performers ready to embrace big characters, bold comedy, and show-stopping musical numbers.
If you love classic musical theatre, relish clever comedy, and are eager to perform in a vibrant ensemble packed with personality, glamour, and plenty of jazz-age flair, don’t hesitate to audition now.

An audition consists of a 10 minute individual audition where you will be required to perform a song and read dialogue for the character you are auditioning for.  There is also be a group choreography audition which everybody must att…

08/06/2026

Guess who is coming to dinner in four weeks?! Its cabaret star Michael Griffiths as Beverly Carlton! Don't miss him - book now!

02/06/2026

Sheridan Whiteside rules. Maggie Cutler endures. Adelaide won’t know what hit it when the Rep stages The Man Who Came to Dinner 9-18 July 2026.
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Step into a whilwind of wit, eccentricity, and delightful mayhem as this sparkling comedy storms the stage.  When a dinner invitation turns into a chaotic house arrest, expect outrageous guests, scandalous secrets, and one unforgettab…

25/05/2026

Mr Stanley has a problem with a guest - he came to dinner and refuses to leave! Award winning Adelaide actor Brenton Whittle plays Mr Stanley and tells us all about it.

21/05/2026

The most recent edition of Repertoire - the Rep's newsletter is out.

You can read it here: https://adelaiderep.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/repertoire-june-4.pdf

17/05/2026

Get ready for the Rep's second play for 2026 - a riotous reunion as two aging vaudeville stars are forced to bury the hatchet (or not) for one last television hurrah. What follows is a hilarious clash of egos, memories, and timeless routines that refuse to die.

Old grudges. Classic gags. Explosive chemistry.

This is Neil Simon at his sharpest—and Peter Goers brings it to life with wit, warmth, and a wink.

Starring Robert Cusenza and Robin Schmelzkopf

The comedy comeback of the year!

11/05/2026

Meet Maggie Cutler, secretary and one of the few that can stand up to Sheridan Whiteside. But maybe she has made herself too indispensable - will Whiteside ever let her leave for true love?!

26/04/2026

A message from Sheridan Whiteside, international radio personality.

07/01/2026

The Adelaide Repertory Theatre Needs Your Help!

We’re on the lookout for storage space near Adelaide CBD to house our set materials, props and furniture. As a not‑for‑profit community theatre company, we’re hoping to find 25 - 40 square metres of space at minimal rental to support our productions throughout the year.

What we need:

Ground‑level access
Drive‑up entry for truck loading and unloading
Secure, dry, accessible storage
If you or someone you know can help, we’d love to hear from you.
Enquiries: [email protected]

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