Anywhere Theatre Festival

Overview

The premise behind the Anywhere Theatre Festival is simple: It's all about talented performers bringing exciting shows to life anywhere but in old, traditional (okay, stuffy) theatres. Shed any preconceived ideas you may have of going to the theatre as this vibrant festival turns these expectations on their heads — and you'll be glad they do. During the 12-day festival performances will be held in a bunch of venues such as museums, bowls clubs, cafes, bedrooms, backyards, trains — basically anywhere that doesn't usually host theatre.

At the core of the Anywhere Theatre Festival is the celebration of the human desire to tell stories, in all of their forms. The event breaks down the barrier between performer and audience, making the theatre experience one that is shared and enjoyed. The festival is also focused on making theatre accessible to the general public and keeping the spirit of live performance alive in our media-dependent society.

The local, interstate and international companies involved will be showing off their best performances in a range of genres such as clowning, drama, poetry, cabaret, theatre, opera and dance. Performances include Metamorphosis, the tale of Gregor Samsa, who wakes from a restless sleep as a gigantic insect. If comedy is more your thing, head to My Struggle: The Life and Times of an Individ (In a World Full of Hipsters) for a side-splitting show. The number of performances to choose from is dizzying and there is something for everyone.

Don't miss this unique festival that will see talented performers sprinkled across all of Brisbane's nooks and crannies. Check out their website for timetables and more information.