Glen Street Theatre is turning 40 and their 2025 season is looking like a knockout.
Since opening its doors in 1985, this local gem has grown from passionate community project to entertainment hotspot, now drawing 65,000 visitors annually.
Their 2025 lineup? It’s jam packed.
Theatre buffs will dig the “deliciously savage” God of Carnage, while music lovers can get their fix with tributes to Farnham, Newton-John, and James Bond. For laughs, catch the final lap of The Wharf Revue in The End of The Wharf as We Know It, or bring the kids along to classics like The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show.
Fresh from the team behind Spiegelesque comes the intriguing Vayne’s World, while New Zealand’s A Slightly Isolated Dog crew are bringing not one but two shows – their takes on Jekyll & Hyde and The Trojan War. Plus there’s Waltzing The Wilarra, an Australian classic finally making its way to the Northern Beaches stage.
Northern Beaches Mayor Sue Heins said Glen Street Theatre continues to be a pivotal venue in Sydney’s Theatre scene.
“Northern Beaches Council is incredibly proud of Glen Street Theatre’s forty-year legacy and ongoing commitment to nurturing the arts.
“With its commitment to high-quality productions and community connection, 2025 is no different with a rich variety of entertainment to suit both locals and visitors from all walks of life.
“I want to also thank those former members of the Forest Community Association for their passion and commitment – Glen Street is their legacy for future generations to enjoy.
“Congratulations on this milestone birthday and here’s to another 40 exceptional years.”
The 2025 season lineup
Tickets goes on sale from the 18 December, features a show for all ages and every interest including:
• Kids and Family – From adored classics like Josephine Wants to Dance; The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show; Ratburger and The Gruffalo’s Child to entertaining science explorations with You Are A Doughnut; and a charming and uniquely Australian show with Beetle by Legs on The Wall.
• Comedy – The Wharf Revue returns with: The End of The Wharf as We Know it; alongside the perennial fun night out at Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow
• Drama – David Milroy’s Australian classic, Waltzing The Wilarra comes to life on stage; Yazmina Reza’s God of Carnage, which has been described as ‘deliciously savage satire’ will delight audiences; and New Zealand production company A Slightly Isolated Dog will bring the house to tears with their hilarious Jekyll & Hyde and The Trojan War plays back to back.
• Cabaret – From the producers of the super-popular Spiegelesque comes Vayne’s World; and Kermond’s Short & Sweet
• Music – Music styles for every taste will be catered for including Rocketman Vs Pianoman; Two Strong Hearts: A Tribute to John Farnham & Olivia Newton-John; Goldeneyes: A Tribute to the Music of James Bond; Creedence Clearwater Collective.
The theatre has always been a place for the telling of stories. Over the last 40 years A LOT has happened… on and off the stage at Glen St Theatre. The walls can’t talk, but you can. The team are asking you to share your favourite Glen Street Theatre memory, anecdote or story. You can fill in the form on their website.
Glen Street Theatre
2025 season tickets on sale 18 December
Where: Corner of Glen Street & Blackbutts Road, Belrose
Website: https://glenstreet.com.au/
