Emerald Theatre Company Productions
Emerald Theatre Company Productions is one of Emerald’s signature events, drawing visitors from across the Central Highlands and beyond. Community theatre producing several shows per year with strong local support.
About Emerald Theatre Company Productions
The Emerald Theatre Company produces a varied annual program — comedies, dramas, musicals, and children’s shows. Productions feature local talent and are supported by a dedicated community of volunteers. The quality is consistently strong, and performances sell well — advance booking is recommended.
The event typically attracts 200–400 per production visitors.
When & Where
When: Multiple productions annually — check locally for current program Where: Emerald Civic Centre and community venues Expected attendance: 200–400 per production
Why Attend
Community theatre offers genuine insight into regional culture. The productions are entertaining, the atmosphere is warm, and attending supports local arts. For visitors on extended stays, it’s a welcome evening activity beyond dining and accommodation.
Getting There
Emerald is accessible via the Capricorn Highway from both Brisbane (9 hours) and Rockhampton (3 hours). Emerald Airport has daily flights from Brisbane via QantasLink and Alliance Airlines.
Where to Stay
Emerald Inn offers self-contained apartments with full kitchens, free undercover parking, and fast WiFi — about ten minutes from Emerald Airport and walking distance to the CBD. Our apartments are the perfect base for event visitors: cook your own meals, do your laundry, and settle in comfortably. Book direct for the best available rate.
Tip: Book early for major events — accommodation in Emerald fills quickly during Ag-Grow, race days, and school holiday periods.
Extend Your Stay
Many visitors combine their event trip with exploration of the Central Highlands region:
- Sapphire Gemfields — fossick for sapphires at Rubyvale, 45 minutes west
- Fairbairn Dam & Lake Maraboon — fishing, kayaking, and sunset picnics, 20 minutes away
- Carnarvon Gorge — dramatic sandstone gorge with Aboriginal rock art, 3 hours south-west
- Emerald Botanic Gardens — peaceful morning walks on the Nogoa River
Plan Your Visit
- Accommodation: Emerald Inn — Deluxe, Executive, and Two Bedroom apartments
- Dining: Emerald dining guide — cafes, pubs, and local beef
- Services: Emerald services guide — supermarkets, fuel, medical
- FAQs: Emerald QLD FAQ — climate, distances, what to expect
- Contact: Emerald Inn — (07) 4980 0600 or bookings@emeraldinn.com.au