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The Joan Penrith - Where stories come alive and creativity takes centre stage.
Must See! 
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Must See! 
Penrith Conservatorium of Music presents
Fiery Bach
Presented in Partnership with Penrith Conservatorium of Music and Sydney Youth Orchestras Saturday 16 May at 7pm
Golden
A production by The Little Red Company featuring Luke Kennedy, Irena Lysiuk and Damian Sim Wednesday 27 May 2026
A Shake & Stir Theatre Co production
GRIMM: Tales from the Brothers Grimm
Adapted and created by Shake & Stir Friday 26 June 2026
Women with Pockets and Andrew Kay & Associates presents
MIDDLE RAGED
Written by Queenie van de Zandt and Tiffany Noack <br /> Directed by Priscilla Jackman 3 - 4 July 2026
Soft Tread presents
The Gospel According to Paul: The Second Coming
Written and performed by Jonathan Biggins 13 - 15 August 2026
A Monkey Baa Theatre Company and QPAC's Out of the Box co-production
Wednesday 30 September at 10am & 12pm
Where is the Green Sheep?
Based on the book by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek. Written for the stage and directed by Eva Di Cesare Tuesday 29 September at 10am & 12pmWednesday 30 September at 10am & 12pm
2026 Arts Education, Kids and Families Program
Experience our new season of inclusive performances, workshops, and educational programs for early learning, primary, secondary and tertiary students, plus vacation care groups and families.
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 various workshop programs, creative engagements, and residency programs.
Penrith Conservatorium
of Music
The heart of music education in Western Sydney.
Since 1990, Penrith Conservatorium of Music has been 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.