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.

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.

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 🙂

Been going to plays at the Ensemble for years. Always something worthwhile, sometimes brilliant. The small size of the theatre - intimate is the term usually used - makes for wonderful connection with the action and easy audibility for those of us of a certain age too vain to wear hearing aids. The acting is always good and the often elaborate scenery perfect. The location overlooking Neutral Bay is wonderful, particularly during matinees when you can see the water in all its glory. Parking is often a bit of an issue but a bit of a walk along the streets of Kirribilli can't do any harm. The only real negative at the Ensemble is that the toilets are downstairs - no disabled access. That is unfortunate but would be difficult to remedy in the limited space. Other than that the Ensemble is a treasure to be cherished.

Lovely theatre with a bar and restaurant overlooking the water in Kirribilli. They have small, independent plays but well-directed and acted. A wonderful venue to support upcoming and established Australian actors.