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.

Meet Our Project Alchemy Artists

Find out about more Project Alchemy – A cross disciplinary arts project to build resilience 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

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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.

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Meet The Project Alchemy Artist Team – Kelly Sturgiss

November 8, 2022

The Rebus Team is delighted to announce the PROJECT ALCHEMY ARTISTS! Please give a warm welcome to Kelly Sturgiss (Musician/Visual Artist) who will be delivering an artist led bushfire project in Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council. Kelly has grown up in the Braidwood region and her family has lived on this country since her ancestors convict emancipation. She is passionate about the land and community she is from. After leaving the area to study music and fine art where she combined sound and vision, she returned to raise a child. As well as establishing an artist run exhibition space she has taught music privately and in community workshops.

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

Last chance to see our bold new work ‘Utopiate’

Meet The Project Alchemy Artist Team – Cecile Galiazzo

Meet The Project Alchemy Artist Team – Kelly Sturgiss

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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.