Ensemble Theatre

A fabulous little theatre in beautiful Kirribilli. Lovely bar with a great selection of drinks with fabulous water views. Bayly's restaurant is also fantastic, with good quality food including vegetarian options. A purpose-built theatre showing high quality performances with top-rate actors at reasonable prices, including discounted student tickets. Lovely, friendly, welcoming staff. I highly recommend the Ensemble Theatre.

Always a great theatre to visit. I have been to three shows so far this year. easy to get to by public transport. Superb shows on offer, and a great theatre. I am looking forward to returning soon during the 2026 season.

Ensemble Theatre is a quaint little theatre, delicious menu and bar. Staff are extremely lovely. Saw a show called Primary Trust, absolutely magnificent cast. Can't wait to see the next show at Ensemble!

Easy to book tickets on line. Great travelling by ferry and a short walk to the theatre. Great to eat before the show at the theatre ir next door - advising booking at either. Seats are designed so you can see from at the back etc. Wonderful views over the water for a pre show drink.

Fantastic performance, beautiful location and lovely food and drink beforehand. What an iconic theatre I'll be sure to visit here far more often and keep an eye out for more shows

Ghar ghar ki kahani… Aria – A Snapshot of Australian Society in a Flash, in Ensemble Theatre in Kiribili on the edge of Sydney Harbour, beautiful… built in 1958. Recently, I had the pleasure of watching Aria in Sydney, a play that brilliantly encapsulates various facets of Australian society. Set against the backdrop of family dynamics, the story revolves around Monique, a mother deeply devoted to her three sons yet unmistakably biased against her daughters-in-law. Her love, protective yet overbearing, exposes the tensions within a household shaped by tradition, favoritism, and unspoken expectations. The play skillfully weaves in themes of class divide, infidelity, and Australia’s drinking culture. It highlights how financial struggles often lead to social exclusion, reflecting an unspoken truth about societal biases. The performances were strong, with the actors bringing depth and authenticity to their roles. One striking aspect was the audience—predominantly white Australians over 55, with us being the only Asians in the room. This further underscored the cultural setting of the play and made it an immersive experience. For tourists seeking a deeper understanding of Australia beyond the usual sights, Aria is a must-watch. It offers a raw yet engaging glimpse into family relationships, class dynamics, and cultural norms in contemporary Australia.

Always a delight to be here. The theater is very small but intimate. You really do feel a lot more connected to the actors. If you booked Row A, you're literally on the stage with them. It is a more immersive experience than you would have if you watched the same play in a bigger, more opulent theater. The view from the bar and restaurant isn't too bad either. Parking could be hard, but not impossible. Kirribilli is also very accessible by public transport, both by train and ferry.

I have been loving attending plays at this theatre the last few years, everything is perfect, beautiful sets, an amazing location and theatre space, wonderful play selection and great acting everytime we've come! Has been very nice to get away from spinning stages, camera men running around to take close ups of actors, Russian classics in the outback and radioactive cows - just talented productions and amazing acting at Ensemble 🙂