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JUST IN π£ Our evening show for 1984 by @shakeandstir is SOLD OUT!
But donβt panic β our 1pm matinee is still on sale π£οΈπ¨ The hotly anticipated page-to-stage adaptation lands at The Joan TOMORROW
Grab your tickets now before they`re gone! ποΈ Link in bio
#nineteeneightyfour #TheJoan #LiveTheatre #PenrithEvents
ποΈ πΊ A double-plus amazing fact: Did you know that today marks the 76th anniversary of the original publication of George Orwell`s classic text 1984?
As powerful and timely as ever, don`t miss @shakeandstir`s acclaimed stage adaptation playing at The Joan this Friday for two performances only. A must-see for theatre lovers, Orwell fans and HSC students just weeks before trial exams!
π Friday 13 June at 1pm (Best Availability) & 7:30pm (Limited Tickets)
π¨ Book now at the link in our bio.
#TheJoan #ShakeAndStir #1984ByGeorgeOrwell
π¨ OPENS IN ONE WEEK - SECURE FINAL TICKETS NOW π¨
Don`t miss @shakeandstir`s gripping new production of 1984 by George Orwell playing at The Joan, Penrith for two performances only.
Experience the chilling power of Orwellβs vision in this powerful and timely production starring Michael Whalley (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child) as Winston, with Chloe Bayliss (Doctor Doctor) as Julia, and David Whitney (The Wharf Revue) as OβBrien.
π Friday 13 June at 1pm (Best Availability) & 7:30pm (Limited Tickets)
ποΈ πΊ To miss out would be a thoughtcrime. Book now at the link in our bio.
#TheJoan #ShakeAndStir #1984ByGeorgeOrwell
PUBLIC HOLIDAY CLOSURE π
Our venue and box office will be closed on the King`s Birthday on Monday 9 June
Rest assured, we will be back up and running on Tuesday 10 June to visit us, and answer all your ticketing and venue hire enquiries π©π»βπ»
Thank you for understanding β enjoy the long weekend!
#thejoan #qtheatre #penrithconservatorium
Missed out on last comp? πΎπ₯ We have another prize up for grabs!
@questpenrith is throwing another giveaway for ONE NIGHT`s accommodation for TWO at their award-winning apartment hotel π¨
HOW TO ENTER
π Head to thejoan.com.au
π Sign up to our newsletter
π Enter your email and hit SUBSCRIBE
Competition closes on 30 June, 11:59PM AEST π Winner will be selected and announced on Tuesday, 1 July
SIGN UP NOW for your chance to win π©π»βπ»π Good luck! (T&Cs apply)
Big Brother returns this June and tickets are selling fast!
@shakeandstir`s acclaimed 10th anniversary stage adaptation of George Orwellβs 1984 returns with power and urgency.
From the multi award-winning team behind Agatha Christieβs @themousetrapau his bold production stars Michael Whalley (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child), Chloe Bayliss (Doctor Doctor), and David Whitney (The Wharf Revue).
ποΈπΊ A must-see for theatre lovers, Orwell fans and HSC students just weeks before trial exams.
TWO PERFORMANCES ONLY - Friday 13 June at 1pm & 7:30pm (Limited Tickets)
π Hurry, missing out on this production would be a thought crime. Get your tickets now at https://www.thejoan.com.au/events/1984/
#TheJoan #ShakeAndStir #1984ByGeorgeOrwell #HSCText #PageToStage #Adaptation
JUST ANNOUNCED! π
Carter Entertainment is bringing The Traveling Wilburys Collection to The Joan in 2026!
Experience the magic live on stage β all the Wilburys` hits PLUS the iconic songs of George Harrison (and The Beatles), Tom Petty (and The Heartbreakers), Jeff Lynne (and ELO), Roy Orbison, and Bob Dylan.
A night of pure nostalgia, unforgettable anthems, and rock royalty. Donβt miss it!
ποΈ Pre-sale on now until 3 June β get in quick!
https://www.thejoan.com.au/events/the-traveling-wilburys-collection/
JUST IN π A message from Australia`s queen of soul @prinnie_stevens
THIS FRIDAY: Be captivated by Prinnie`s powerhouse vocals at #thejoan in PRINNIE STEVENS: LADY SINGS SOUL ποΈππ½ Covering legendary singers by the likes of Whitney Houston, Beyonce, Aretha Franklin, and more β catch @thevoiceau star in Western Sydney for one night only! π«
Tickets on sale now! ποΈ thejoan.com.au
#westernsydney #penrith #prinniestevens
And that`s a wrap for @sydneycomedyfestival π
We`re proud to bring @the_joan to life with the finest and funniest in comedy π 22 hilarious acts over 6 unforgettable nights!
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who packed our theatre with laughter and cheer at every #sydneycomedyfestival show π We`ll be back next year for bigger laughs in 2026
Craving for an encore? ποΈπ Keep an eye out at the Joan for more comedy to come!
#thejoan #westernsydney
@shakeandstir`s award-winning adaptation of George Orwell`s 1984 has opened!
Kicking off it`s Australian tour with a sold-out season at Glen Street Theatre over the weekend, this incredible new production heads off on a 3-week tour of Regional NSW before arriving in Penrith at The Joan on Friday 13 June for two performances only!
Starring Michael Whalley (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child) as Winston Smith and David Whitney (The Wharf Revue) as O`Brien, this is the perfect production for lovers of contemporary theatre or for any senior English students looking for some inspiration before their HSC trials in July.
ποΈπΊ BOOK NOW at the link in our bio.
#TheJoan #ShakeAndStir #1984ByGeorgeOrwell
There is only 1 week left until Prinnie Stevens` `Lady Sings Soul`!
You can`t miss this unforgettable night of soul-baring music and powerhouse vocals πΆ
Buy your tickets NOW by visiting the link in our bio π
BIG BROTHER IS COMING... ποΈπΊ
Don`t miss @shakeandstir`s acclaimed 10th anniversary stage adaptation of George Orwell`s 1984 at The Joan this June.
ποΈ A must-see for theatre lovers, Orwell fans and HSC students just weeks before trial exams!
Brought to life by the multi award-winning team behind Agatha Christie`s @themousetrapau this powerful production stars Michael Whalley (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child), Chloe Baylis (Doctor Doctor) and David Whitney (The Wharf Revue).
TWO PERFORMANCES ONLY - Friday 13 June at 1pm & 7:30pm.
π Get your tickets now at the link in our bio.
#TheJoan #ShakeAndStir #1984ByGeorgeOrwell #HSCText #PageToStage #adaptation
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