Big Eye Theatre

18/10/2026

The 2026 theme – Local and Connected – we turn our focus to where business has always begun: on Country, in community, and in the relationships that tie us to place.

15/10/2026

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05/10/2026

A moment of reflection as we continue to deliver amazing showcases together with all involved during this year's PUNQ Festival 🙂🎉💯👍

05/10/2026

TICA AWARDS // Umbrella are honoured to be recipients of two Townsville Indigenous Community Art Awards (TICA) in 2024, presented by Big Eye Theatre Inc.

The first award Umbrella received was the 'Recognise' Award, for our community engagement, commitment and ongoing work with Gurambilbarra / Townsville's First Nations Artists and art workers of the region, including:

- The continued work through the PUNQ Festival with Big Eye Theatre since 2021.
- Openness to be led by our Elders Artists and Cultural Practitioners on advice and protocols.
- Community-led Cultural Training for Umbrella Studio Directors and staff.
- Ongoing Community Engagement and continued work with First Nations Artists and Cultural Practitioners.

Umbrella's second award was for community engagement, delivering the 'WOVEN TOGETHER' event, dedication and commitment to Culture.

- For the organisation of such a large contingent of First Nation women participants, specialising in the woven arts from all over the Country.
- Creating opportunities for first-time weavers in Gurambilbarra / Townsville region.
- The logistics of travel for First Nations artists to travel nationally.

Thank you to Big Eye Theatre Inc. for hosting the event and big congratulations to our friends at Dancenorth Australia, Australian Festival of Chamber Music, Townsville Folk Festival, People, Culture & Country and Komet Torres Strait Islander Group Dancers for their awards.

Images: 1. Aunty Ros Sailor, Kate O'Hara & Sabrina-Rose Toby at the TICA Awards Night. 2. Wulgurukaba Walkabouts performing at the PUNQ 2024 opening event, 'Gundil Released' by Big Eye Theatre and Wulgurukaba Walkabouts. Photograph: Nicole Zicchino. 3. 'Woven Together' Conference. Photograph: Jo Driessens.

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