Every story is a universe waiting to be seen.
Interactive, improvised theatre with heart — real stories from our audience, brought to life on stage with music, movement and honesty.
Your story, played back to you.
Playback Theatre brings the personal stories in your community or workplace to life for you to enjoy and reflect on. It's a dynamic, inspiring way of bringing people closer together with heart, humour and honesty.
Founded in 1982, Perth Playback Theatre continues to perform across Perth and tour regional WA. We're proud members of the International Playback Theatre Network, which supports training, research and new developments in interactive theatre around the world.
Theatre made from the stories in the room
Public shows
Audience members tell moments from their lives; our ensemble plays them back on the spot using movement, music and text — no rehearsal, no script.
For your team or group
We bring Playback into workplaces and community groups to build connection, deepen empathy and strengthen authentic communication.
Come and take part
Free, monthly, and open to anyone — join in, share a story, or simply watch in a safe and welcoming space.
Stories that stay with people
“Your guys were the hit of the weekend – people didn't stop talking about it! You really hit the mark.”
Kaye Neylon — CEO, Kalparrin
“A brilliant way to open and really set the scene for the workshops that followed. I recommend Playback Theatre without reservation.”
Noreen Flynn — Executive Director, State Conference of Carers and Carers Issues
Open rehearsals & upcoming events
We hold free monthly Open Rehearsals that anyone can come along to and enjoy taking part with the Playback team — a fun, active and safe way to participate, if you choose.
- 1st Sunday of the month
- Ongoing
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