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The Joan Penrith - Where stories come alive and creativity takes centre stage.
Must See! 
Welcome to The Joan
Where stories come alive and creativity takes centre stage. Step into a kaleidoscope of creativity.
We cannot wait to welcome you through our doors.
ASHES PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
Ashes to Ashes: David Bowie Experience
Celebrating the Hits of a Music Icon Saturday 20 September 2025
Must See! 
The Joan and SIMA present
Samara Joy (USA)
Sydney International Women's Jazz Festival 2025 Thursday 23 October 2025
What's On Brochure:
July to September 2025
Discover our exciting line-up of upcoming shows, workshops and exhibitions.
Q Theatre
Providing pathways for artists to train, experiment, and create has always been at the heart of Q Theatre’s mission. We foster emerging talent through our Studio Q workshop program and our Access Ensemble for people with disability.
Penrith Conservatorium
of Music
The heart of music in Western Sydney
Since 1990, Penrith Conservatorium of Music has been inspiring and nurturing musical talent through world-class tuition, fostering creativity, and building a vibrant community of musicians.
Artist Registry
Penrith Performing & Visual Arts (PP&VA) invites artists, artist groups, and arts workers from Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains to join our register.
This helps us connect you with opportunities at The Joan and Lewers, including events, networking, and professional development.
Empower creativity, shape the future
We need your help to keep Western Sydney’s creative heart beating. The support we receive from individual donations as well as businesses, foundations, and philanthropic sources is crucial to our mission of nurturing, making and sharing great art for all.