Make A Difference
We are an artist-driven Theatre Company based in Regional Queensland. We believe the success of any theatre company is
determined by a deep and genuine connection to its audience and the respect and value it places on its artists.
THE ENSEMBLE
We believe the success of any theatre company is determined by
a deep and genuine connection to its audience
and the respect and value it places on its artists.
Since 2010, TheatreiNQ has enjoyed a significant proven track record of success by maintaining its unerring connection to our community and commitment to our artists. This has been achieved not only through our central philosophy of high quality theatre created for and by our region, but also due to a unique formula which effectively challenges modern views on how a theatre company works. Arguably, TheatreiNQ could therefore be viewed as an artistic leader; demonstrating a model for the creation and delivery of outstanding art in (and for) a regional community.
TheatreiNQ has a simple but effective creative philosophy which combines professional, emerging and community values and talent into a vibrant melting-pot of shared creative experience.
What is it?
Ensemble theatre occurs when, rather than auditioning freelancers on a project-by-project basis, a group of theatre artists work together over many years to create theatre. These artists can include performers, artistic directors, technicians, stage management and key administrative staff. Many of our ensemble have been with the company since the very beginning - over 10 years. The practice is common-place for dance companies and orchestras.
The Benefits
Theatre companies that make use of the ensemble model make the best use of rehearsal time. Long-term relationships are nurtured which enriches the experience for all concerned. THEATREiNQ utilises the Ensemble methodology to develop and train local talent to professional levels as well as allowing the company to cultivate its own signature style. Each production includes a unique blend of professional actors, local ensemble members, actors in training with The Bridge Project and invited guest actors from the wider community.
Our Audience
Our audience also feels the benefit of a richer theatre experience – not only in the opportunity to see better theatre through developing a higher quality of work, but through a sense of 'ownership' of the ensemble and an evolving relationship with its members. This long-term connection also allows for more sustained provision of community engagement and education work as well as generating employment opportunities within the arts for our region.
How it works
The TheatreiNQ Ensemble is made up of the following divisions :
The Executive Committee
Core Company
Acting Ensemble
The Bridge Project
Guest Professionals
TheatreiNQ operates as a independent professional theatre company, with 2 Full-Time and 2 Part-Time permanent staff. The Ensemble are engaged as profit-share and Guest Professionals are paid under short-term contracts.
Core Ensemble
The Core Ensemble are involved in each and every TheatreiNQ production. They are the life-blood of the company and these are the people who have carved our signature style in performance, in business and in company practice.
The Core Ensemble is made up of Actors, Directors, Designers, Administrators, Costume Creators, Props Creators & Technicians. There isn't a TheatreiNQ Show without these guys involved. Year in, year out - they generously offer their talents and passion to the Company and as a team have created over 40 shows together.
 Terri BrabonBachelor of Theatre Artistic Director/ Director/The Bridge Project Mentor & Co-ordinator / The Culture Club Mentor Company Professional Actor |  Brendan O'ConnorAssociate Diploma of Performing Arts Associate Artistic Director Set Designer/Creator The Bridge Project Mentor Company Professional Actor |  Anne-Marie SmithBachelor of Arts Company Manager Marketing/Design Executive Committee |
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 Arminelle FlemingBachelor of Arts (Drama) ThiNQ Ed Co-Ordinator The Bridge Project Mentor Grants Officer Ensemble Actor |  Kathleen BrabonCostume Mistress |  Chris NobileExecutive Committee Stage Manager |
 Kellie EslingBachelor of Arts Secretary - Executive Committee Front of House Ensemble Actor |  Susie BrabonProps Specialist |  Tina PortaFront of House |
 Michelle JonesFront of House School Holiday Residency Co-ordinator |  Robbie EslingHead of Logistics |  Yoshie KennyProduction Team |
 Emma LambertonBachelor of New Media Arts (Contemporary Theatre Major) Ensemble Actor Administration Assistant School Holiday Residency Coach |  Michael GleesonEnsemble Actor Production Assistant School Holiday Residency Coach |  Paris WalshBachelor of Education Ensemble Actor Culture Club Co-Ordinator School Holiday Residency Coach |
Acting Ensemble
The Acting Ensemble are a team of experienced actors based in Townsville that have been working together for many years. All members of the company take on extra responsibilities on each production they appear in, supporting the team, sharing their knowledge and adding to the rich tapestry of the Company.
 John GoodsonBachelor of Theatre |  Shannon JensenBachelor of Theatre |  Sally McCutcheonBachelor of Arts (Acting) President - Executive Committee |
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 Rita NealeBachelor of Creative Arts |  Ron PulmanBachelor of Theatre |  John RobertsonBachelor of Theatre (Honours) |
 Hollie Sams |  Michael SamsBachelor of Arts (Acting) |  Emma Smith |
 Robert StreetBachelor of Theatre Executive Committee Member |  Anna Vella-SamsBachelor of Theatre |
Guest Professionals 2022
TheatreiNQ regularly invites professional artists from metropolitan areas to work with the Company. These invited Guest Professionals are a vital component of the make-up of our Company and have included actors, directors, technicians and other specialists. Over the years, Guest Professionals have included Syd Brisbane, Ebony Buckle, Hugh Sexton, John du Feu, Mia Landgren, Michael Futcher, Queenie van de Zandt, Anna McCrossin Owen, Mike Bishop, Robert Shook, Madeleine Dyer, Daniel Mulvihill and Jan Russ to mention a few. In recent years, the Guest Professionals have included many graduates of our Bridge Project training programme, who are invited back to perform with the company upon graduating from training at NIDA, WAAPA, Actors Centre, VCA and QUT. The inclusion of Guest Professionals allows the company to remain Industry Current as well as continuing to develop and grow the skills and talents of our Ensemble.
 Brittany SantarigaBachelor of Fine Arts (WAPPA) SEASON 2022 Orphans |  Lachlan StevensonBachelor of Fine Arts (WAPPA) SEASON 2022 Orphans |  James ThomassonBachelor of Fine Arts (WAPPA) SEASON 2022 Orphans |
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