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.
Emerald Inn — A Short Walk from Opening Night
Local theatre is an evening out, and from 28–30 Esmond Street it is a walk rather than a drive — which makes a glass of something at interval a simpler decision.
Cast and crew coming in from out of town for a season tend to stay longer than the audience does. Self-contained apartments with full kitchens, in-apartment laundries and fast WiFi make a run of performances comfortable rather than an endurance test. Reception is open 7am to 7pm, with a key lock-box after hours for late finishes.
Where to find us: 28–30 Esmond Street, Emerald QLD 4720. Check availability or call (07) 4980 0600. Compare the three apartment types.
Daytime, Before Curtain
Performances are evening affairs, so cast, crew and audience all have the days spare:
- Emerald’s coffee scene — where to get a decent cup before an early start
- Emerald Botanic Gardens — an easy morning walk on the Nogoa River, five minutes from us
- About Emerald — what Emerald is, beyond the events calendar
- Where the locals go — places worth knowing that are not on the tourist list
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