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

Find out about more Project Alchemy – A cross disciplinary arts project to build community connection across south-east Australia. See what events we have coming up the ACT, QPRC, Eurobodalla, Bega, East Gippsland.

WHAT’S ON WITH REBUS?

Acting Out: On Screen

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There are still some spots available in our Acting Out: On Screen free school holiday film making program for LGBTQIA+ young people aged 12-17 running Oct 3-6. Read more…

Systems and Sanity

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After a sell-out live season and online streaming season in June we are bringing back our groundbreaking original theatre show about the Mental Health system Systems and Sanity for another online streaming season for Mental Health Month from Oct 3-31. Read more and book now…

Just Hearing

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Throughout October we will be holding our 3^rd season of Just Hearing, a Forum Theatre performance exploring issues faced by people with lived experience of severe mental health challenges and their interactions with the legal system, including a public performance at Gorman Arts Centre Friday October 20. Info and bookings here…

Project Alchemy

The Project Aclhemy calendar is absolutely jam packed throughout September and October with a bunch of other projects in full swing and loads of Project Alchemy events across the ACT, Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council, Eurobodalla Shire, Bega Valley Shire and East Gippsland. Find out what’s on near you here…

Re-Emergence artist callout

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Rebus Theatre is excited to invite disabled visual artists living in Regional NSW to contribute their unique creative perspectives to be featured in the transformative Re-Emergence film project, an exploration of the last five years and the themes that have shaped our world. More info and submissions here…

Rebus Is an Award-Winning, Inclusive Theatre Company in Canberra

We stimulate social change and healing through theatre and other arts.

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

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Braidwood Wonder Walks Update!

April 28, 2023

1) Unfortunately our first (SOLD OUT) Braidwood Wonder Walks event with Project Alchemy artist Cecile Galliazzo, originally scheduled for tomorrow, has had to be postponed due to bad whether. The new date for the Wonder Walk at Geebung is Saturday 15th July. Check your emails for what to do if you had a ticket for this. The date change may open up some new tix for this so stay tuned. 2) The 2nd of these events at Plumwood in May is also SOLD OUT! 3) The good news is bookings are now open for the June event to be held at Currajuggle on June 17 so get in quick: https://events.humanitix.com/wonder-walk-currajuggle

Seeking Disabled Adults in Queanbeyan to make a movie masterpiece!!!

April 24, 2023

Seeking Disabled Adults in Queanbeyan to make a movie masterpiece!!! Join Rebus Theatre's Re-Emergence project, celebrating the talents and perspectives of disabled adults from Bega, Queanbeyan, and Goulburn! Collaborate with award-winning theatre artists to create an original film showcasing your amazing stories. Our first filming workshop for Queanbeyan participants is on Friday April 28 at The B, Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, 11am-4pm. No acting experience required, it's FREE to attend, and carers are welcome too!

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Enrol now to join weekly our drama classes for adults with intellectual disability!

April 21, 2023

We currently have spots available in our popular iDrama program. Held at various locations in Canberra (Braddon, Downer and Kambah), iDrama is designed to encourage participants to develop their creative expression, build confidence, make new friends, and learn a few performance skills along the way. No acting experience required! For many participants, iDrama has been a launchpad into further opportunities and paid theatre work offered by Rebus!

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.

We practice radical empathy through theatre and other arts to stimulate healing and provoke social and environmental change. Together with our donors and friends, Rebus is embarking on a bold new path to reach more of our marginalised than ever before. Play your own part by making a tax deductible donation to support our mission here!

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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

WHAT’S ON WITH REBUS?

Acting Out: On Screen

Systems and Sanity

Just Hearing

Project Alchemy

Re-Emergence artist callout

Rebus Is an Award-Winning, Inclusive Theatre Company in Canberra

We stimulate social change and healing through theatre and other arts.

Unique. Creative. Compassionate. Accessible.

Powerful theatre driving social change.

News

Braidwood Wonder Walks Update!

Seeking Disabled Adults in Queanbeyan to make a movie masterpiece!!!

Enrol now to join weekly our drama classes for adults with intellectual disability!

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

WHAT’S ON WITH REBUS?

Rebus Is an Award-Winning, Inclusive Theatre Company in Canberra

We stimulate social change and healing through theatre and other arts.

Unique. Creative. Compassionate. Accessible.

Powerful theatre driving social change.

News

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.