Wrapping up 2025

A YEAR OF COURAGE, CREATIVITY AND COMMUNITY From Jodie Wainwright, CEO, Milk Crate Theatre As we wrap up an extraordinary year at Milk Crate Theatre, I’m taking a moment to reflect on the transformation, triumphs, and deep community connection that have shaped us. This year brought exciting growth as we welcomed Felicity Nicol and Olivia […]
MANGO BANGO BUNCH

2025 – Improv Showcase
COLLECTIVE

2025 – Developing Artist Program at the Sydney Opera House, Centre for Creativity
CREATING IMPACT

A multi-year project, bringing together the community engaged arts sector, funders and experts to co-design and implement a shared impact framework.
Currently in Phase 3: Pilot Implementation
POVERTY PORN: THE MUSICAL!

Our upcoming major work in 2027!
UNITY: with Twenty10

Join Milk Crate Theatre through a 6 week program. Building skills in storytelling for the visual medium. Exploring the theme of UNITY and what that means to young folk. Milk Crate Theatre will deliver a 6 week workshop series with Twenty10 to create a short film/content/artwork from the perspective of queer young folk. Their stories, […]
WEST: Regional Youth Program

WEST: Let’s Fly For Young People in the Lithgow Region. Age range is from 11 years – 17 years old (however not limited to) This workshop empowers youth through theatre, dance and puppetry – building skills in self-expression, communication, devising work and performance techniques. Participants will explore movement, storytelling and collaboration, fostering confidence and teamwork […]
ADULT: Acting and Scene Study at the OLC

Step into the world of Acting and Scene Study! Have you ever wanted to step into someone else’s shoes and tell their story? These workshops are a welcoming space for anyone curious about acting — no experience necessary. Through fun, low-pressure exercises, you’ll discover how to express yourself, connect with others, and unlock a side […]
Celebrating Jess Saras and Her Incredible Journey

Photo from COLLECTIVE, Sydney Opera House 2025 by Hayden Wright. It’s with immense gratitude and admiration that we celebrate the incredible journey of our Creative Producer, Jess Saras, as she moves on from Milk Crate Theatre. Jess has been a part of the Milk Crate Theatre family since 2016, beginning her journey in an administration […]
CREATING IMPACT: PHASE 2 REPORT + SHARED IMPACT FRAMEWORK

Photo by Patrick Boland. We’re excited to share the Phase 2 Report and Shared Impact Framework for the community-engaged arts sector! The Creating Impact project is a multi-year national initiative bringing together arts organisations, funders, and sector experts to co-design and implement a shared impact framework for the community-engaged arts sector. This report marks a […]