We acknowledge and pay our respects to the Elders, Ancestors and leaders of the Kulin Nations on whose unceded lands ILBIJERRI Theatre Company is based.
We extend this respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, recognising their resilience and ongoing connection to land, water and culture, despite ongoing colonial interruption and genocide.
Always was, always will be, sacred Indigenous land.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples should be advised that this website may contain images of deceased persons.
Work with us
ILBIJERRI Theatre Company is the longest-established First Peoples’ theatre company in Australia, which celebrated 30-years strong in 2021.
We create, present and tour powerful and engaging theatre by First Nations artists to audiences across Australia and the world. As a fast-growing company, recently joining the National Performing Arts Partnership Framework (NPAPF), we are increasing our reach and influence across the performing arts sector.
From time to time we have opportunities to work with our core office and creative team, and at others we offer the change to express your interest in working on our productions - from Social Impact shows which often tour to Artist Development works, to increase knowledge in performance, writing and technical theatre skills.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Expressions of interest
First Peoples voices are powerful in determining the future of Australia.
ILBIJERRI Theatre Company shares First Peoples our stories, our way. As the longest-established First Peoples' theatre company in Australia, we're celebrating 35 years strong this year under the leadership of CEO & Artistic Director Andrea James.
We are looking for passionate, skilled Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander leaders to join our Board of Directors and shape this next era of transition and growth.
Joining our Board means embedding creative sovereignty, self-determination and First Peoples' protocols in every governance decision and ensuring that ILBIJERRI continues to meet our responsibilities to Community.
Whether your background is in finance, law, human resources, the performing arts, fundraising, or beyond, if you believe in the transformative power of First Peoples' stories on stage, there is a place for you at this table.
This is a voluntary, 3-year term. Eligibility is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals.
Expressions of interest close Monday 20 July 2026
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTISTS
Ensemble
As part of our Artist Development Program
ENSEMBLE 2026 Call Out
Are you an aspiring theatre-maker who wants to learn new skills with ILBIJERRI mentors?
We’re looking for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people aged 18–35 to participate in the ILBIJERRI Ensemble 2026 Program
Applications opening soon.
Blackstage
As part of our Artist Development Program
BlackStage is a development program offering the opportunity for mentoring in all aspects of theatre production such as set and costume design, lighting, sound, production management, touring and theatre direction.
BlackStage matches emerging First Nations theatre practitioners with an interest in a creative role and/or technical theatre with skilled mentors. Each participant is given a paid position to work on productions, and experiences the creative process firsthand in their chosen discipline.
