![We went digging through the archives and uncovered a true treasure; an iconic Joan Sutherland doll! She enjoyed a grand tour of the venue in all its present-day glory, plus a sneak peek behind the scenes [yes, even OH&S!] Scroll to the end to learn more about the legendary Australian theatre icon who inspired our name - Dame Joan Sutherland 🎭](https://scontent-syd2-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/620885179_18552837262013416_5037499313169158175_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=-pKFeVKyg5EQ7kNvwGd54x1&_nc_oc=AdkeIHcwFarGmGo-kBj8B9VEM2EdPxLa1k1PuykxhW4DL4XIxEJ9KVHGrC7aG_5-75k&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-syd2-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=KPnTVYAkmeytNF71OXw4VQ&oh=00_Afq9EbY4bwkoFcWIUlaXGAwndHdMFeBjTYZa_uDV_TNkvg&oe=6977FD31)
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The Joan Penrith - Where stories come alive and creativity takes centre stage.
Welcome to The Joan
Century Entertainment Australia Presents
Tofiga Fepulea’i: Shuuush Your Mouf
Friday 13 February 2026
Sydney Comedy Festival: Ray O’Leary – I Can See O’Leary Now the Ray Has Gone
Thursday 7 May 2026
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 our Studio Q workshop program and our Access Ensemble for people with disability.
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.