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WELCOME.
We’re glad you’re here.
The Joan is the heart of the creative west. Where arts and culture meets community, where we make art, love art and share art. Fine music, contemporary music; all kinds of drama, dance, installation, mixed media, ideas, circus and song.
It’s all part of our story at The Joan.
Click on our What’s On page for upcoming events, stay tuned on our Facebook and Instagram channels, and subscribe to our database to receive up-to-date news about The Joan in your inbox!

THIS EOFY π€² Support a vibrant, creative Penrith at #thejoan before this end of financial year!
We are an independent, non-profit organisation β by donating, you will help us to:
βοΈ Create opportunities for creatives
βοΈ Support our community events
βοΈ Provide arts education and lifelong learning
+ much more!
All donations of $2 or more are tax deductible πΈ Donate today via link in bio!

LAST CHANCE π Don`t miss Morning Melodies at #thejoan tomorrow morning for WE HONESTLY LOVE YOU
Be inspired by @susannahmirana`s heartfelt tribute to Olivia Newton-John, performing classics from her incredible career β with her pure voice and captivating stage presence, Susannah perfectly channels the late singer`s style and warmth
Morning tea included before the show at 10am ποΈ Book your tix now!
#thejoan #penrith #westernsydney #olivianewtonjohn

Our guest in our last SOUNDS FRESH event is not to be missed at #thejoan!
Singer-guitarist @brendanoreillymusician hits the Borland Foyer with his rich tapestry of pop, rock, blues and jazz πΈ With his exciting original band, Brendan has performed across the Blue Mountains at Springwood Festival, Hotel Etico and Bootlegger Katoomba
Complimentary drinks included with every ticket ποΈπ» Book now!
#thejoan #bluemountains #westernsydney

Don`t miss our final SOUNDS FRESH event this coming Friday at #thejoan!
Indie-electronica band @migretmusic will be gracing the stage with their blend of intimate melodies and luminous synths π Hailing from Argentina, their music is ripe with "charming and precise ambient pop" (Indie Hoy)
Complimentary drinks included with every ticket ποΈπ₯ Book now!
#thejoan #bluemountains #westernsydney

NEXT WEEK πΆ Morning Melodies returns with an unforgettable love letter to Olivia Newton-John in WE HONESTLY LOVE YOU
Join @susannahmirana as she performs a selection of Olivia`s biggest hits, including XANADU, PHYSICAL, and timeless classics from the GREASE soundtrack β a must-see for all Olivia fans and music lovers alike!
Morning tea included before the show at 10am βοΈ Book your tix now!
#thejoan #penrith #westernsydney #olivianewtonjohn

π Out Now: What`s On Brochure July to September 2025
Browse our interactive digital brochure to discover the exciting line-up of shows, workshops and exhibitions coming to The Joan and @penrithregionalgallery.
π Check out the brochure at the link in our bio.
#WhatsOn #TheJoan #Brochure #PenrithRegionalGallery @qtheatre_ @penrithconservatorium @penrithcitycouncil @visitpenrith

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

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