Where ability is centre stage

Acting programs where every voice is heard, every story is told.

Inclusion is applauded

Learn to offer services accessible to everyone, from the real experts.

Equity and diversity are in the spotlight

Build a workplace culture that genuinely values diversity and equity.

We open curtains on the big issues

Original performances that lead to powerful conversations and positive change.

We’re rehearsing social change

Classes in schools and the community that tackle big issues playfully.

More About Project Alchemy Meet Our Project Alchemy Artists

Find out about more Project Alchemy – A cross disciplinary arts project to build community connection across south-east Australia (ACT, QPRC, Eurobodalla, Bega, East Gippsland):

Rebus Is an Award-Winning, Mixed-Ability Theatre Company in Canberra

We stimulate social change and healing through theatre.

We run weekly drama classes, one-off workshops, and tailor-made programs

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Programs

We offer experiential equity and diversity training based on lived experience

Workplace training

Moving, original performances that tackle the big issues

Performances

Unique. Creative. Compassionate. Accessible.

Powerful theatre driving social change.

“I don’t remember what I had for dinner last night, but I remember every minute of that training session.”

KathleenFederal Department of Industry, Innovation and Science

“It’s better than other bias training I’ve attended. Much more real.”

Department of Education

“I just had the privilege of attending the Rebus production in our theatre this afternoon, what an amazing experience. You can’t walk away and not think [about] what we can do better/differently. I encourage you all to attend any session.”

Dira HorneCEO – Belconnen Community Service

News

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Project Alchemy Guest Speaker Announcement – Kate Diggle

November 17, 2022

Introducing our first Project Alchemy guest speaker - Kate Diggle - [Counselling, Therapy and Workplace Support Services in Canberra | Kate Diggle Relational Consulting] We're gearing up for our first Project Alchemy Residency at the end of the month where 15 artists from 5 Black Summer Bushfire affected Local Government Areas will come together to receive trauma training, share skills, and rebuild their practice before returning to their own communities to lead arts based community projects. We are very excited to announce our first guest speaker Kate Diggle [Counselling, Therapy and Workplace Support Services) who will be providing our artists with training on trauma informed practice.

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Last chance to see our bold new work ‘Utopiate’

November 8, 2022

This weekend is your last chance to see Rebus Theatre's bold new work 'Utopiate'. The final show is 3pm this Saturday November 12th. Book now here! The show has been loved by audiences and reviewers alike having received 4 reviews so far. Here's what the critics have to say: "One wonders if Rebus actually holds the seeds of where theatre is leading in its relationship with society and culture." - Joe Woodward - Canberra CityNews Click through for more quotes and links to full articles.

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Meet The Project Alchemy Artist Team – Cecile Galiazzo

November 8, 2022

The Rebus Team is delighted to announce the PROJECT ALCHEMY ARTISTS! Please give a warm welcome to Cecile Galiazzo (Artist/Curator/Educator and Facilitator) who will be delivering an artist led bushfire project in Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council.. A graduate from the ANU, her primary medium is printmaking’ Highlights from her arts practice include: Artist in Residence at ‘Watch This Space’ (Artist Run Initiative Alice Springs NT), The Blake Prize Director’s Cut On-Line Exhibition, CPM National Print Award First Prize Tweed River Gallery Murwillumbah NSW and Artist in residence Arthur Boyd’s Bundanon NSW. She has held several solo exhibitions and participated in many selected group shows. Her work is held in private collections nationally, internationally and in significant Australian cultural institutions.

Rebus acknowledges the Ngunnawal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and pays our respect to elders past, present and emerging.

Where Ability is Centre Stage

-Acting programs where every voice is heard, every story is told.

Inclusion is Applauded

- Learn to offer services accessible to everyone, from the real experts.

Equity and Diversity Are in the Spotlight

-Build a workplace culture that genuinely values diversity and equity.

We Open Curtains on the Big Issues

-Original performances that lead to powerful conversations and positive change.

We’re Rehearsing Social Change

-Classes in schools and the community that tackle big issues playfully.

Where ability is centre stage

Inclusion is applauded

Equity and diversity are in the spotlight

We open curtains on the big issues

We’re rehearsing social change

Rebus Is an Award-Winning, Mixed-Ability Theatre Company in Canberra

We stimulate social change and healing through theatre.

Unique. Creative. Compassionate. Accessible.

Powerful theatre driving social change.

News

Project Alchemy Guest Speaker Announcement – Kate Diggle

Last chance to see our bold new work ‘Utopiate’

Meet The Project Alchemy Artist Team – Cecile Galiazzo

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Where Ability is Centre Stage -Acting programs where every voice is heard, every story is told.

Inclusion is Applauded - Learn to offer services accessible to everyone, from the real experts.

Equity and Diversity Are in the Spotlight -Build a workplace culture that genuinely values diversity and equity.

We Open Curtains on the Big Issues -Original performances that lead to powerful conversations and positive change.

We’re Rehearsing Social Change -Classes in schools and the community that tackle big issues playfully.

Where ability is centre stage

Inclusion is applauded

Equity and diversity are in the spotlight

We open curtains on the big issues

We’re rehearsing social change

Rebus Is an Award-Winning, Mixed-Ability Theatre Company in Canberra

We stimulate social change and healing through theatre.

Unique. Creative. Compassionate. Accessible.

Powerful theatre driving social change.

News

Where Ability is Centre Stage

-Acting programs where every voice is heard, every story is told.

Inclusion is Applauded

- Learn to offer services accessible to everyone, from the real experts.

Equity and Diversity Are in the Spotlight

-Build a workplace culture that genuinely values diversity and equity.

We Open Curtains on the Big Issues

-Original performances that lead to powerful conversations and positive change.

We’re Rehearsing Social Change

-Classes in schools and the community that tackle big issues playfully.