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August: Osage County by Tracy Letts
Tracy Letts' award-winning writing will have you revelling in every high and low of the dysfunctional Weston family.

Fortescue extends their Partnership until 2026
Through this strengthened partnership, we will inspire audiences, empower artists, and foster stronger connections across WA.

Owen Hasluck Cast in Blue
We can't wait for Owen to bring Thomas Weatherall's powerful one-man show to life.

August: Osage County is "Phenomenal"
See what people had to say about the show during its smash-hit season at Belvoir St Theatre.

Audiences react to The Seed
Our final show of the year has moved audiences with its raw, explosive and incredible story.

The Seed by Kate Mulvany
Prepare to be moved by our final show of the year. Filled with heartache, wit, and plenty of Irish whiskey, The Seed makes for one...

Pamela Rabe & Bert LaBontƩ to join August: Osage County
We're thrilled to share the Australian stage and screen legends are joining our Perth season of August: Osage County.

In Conversation with the Mulvany Sisters
Kate and Tegan sit down for a raw and intimate discussion about our final show of the 2024 Season, The Seed.

Watch The Children by Lucy Kirkwood
The Children has shocked audiences around Perth with its thought-provoking analysis of the power of relationships and social responsibility.

Audiences react to The Children
After officially opening on Wednesday, The Children has gripped audiences with its intensity and relevance.

Sit down with the cast of The Children
Join our talented trio as they discuss their careers, shared histories and more in this exclusive video.

In Conversation about The Children by Lucy Kirkwood
Acclaimed playwright Lucy Kirkwood discusses the inspiration behind The Children and its themes.

Get to know the cast of The Children
We recently sat down with Nicola Bartlett, Humphrey Bower and Caroline Brazier from our upcoming production ofĀ The Children,Ā to learn a...

A Taste of Broome
Eleven years on from the first A Taste of Broome, Naomi Pigram-Mitchell leads a team of Broomeās hottest musicians and artists as they...

Your first look at The Children by Lucy Kirkwood
An atomic reckoning of love and legacy, The Children is set to open in August.

Audiences react to Prima Facie
Hear what our audiences have to say about our brand-new production of Prima Facie by Suzie Miller.

Watch Prima Facie by Suzie Miller
Black Swan's brand-new production of Suzie Miller's Olivier Award-winning play, Prima Facie has captivated and moved Perth audiences...

Kate & Sophia chat about Prima Facie
The pair discuss Prima Facie and its worldwide success, and the pressures of handling such an important and relevant subject matter.

Audiences react to RBG: Of Many, One by Suzie Miller
Watch our audience react to the powerful and moving ļ»æRBG: Of Many, Oneļ»æ by Suzie Miller.

Our 2024 PIGGY-BACK-DRAFT Commission Recipient
After an extensive submission and interview process, Black Swan are excited to announce writer Gita Bezard as the recipient of the 2024...

Audiences react to Barracking for the Umpire
Watch our audience react to the moving and heart-felt family drama, Barracking for the Umpire by Andrea Gibbs.

Hear from Barracking's Pippa and Steve
Read this interview with real life husband and wife, Pippa Grandison and Steve Le Marquand, who play Delveen and Doug Williams in...

Behind the Story with Andrea Gibbs
Barracking for the Umpire playwright Andrea Gibbs shares with you the touching story of her father and how it inspired her debut play.

Hear from Suzie Miller, writer of RBG: Of Many, One and Prima Facie
In this interview with Suzie Miller, the Olivier Award-winning playwright discusses her history as a lawyer, and how she came to write...

We've cast our Tessa
Rising Australian actor Sof Forrest has been cast in the pivotal role of Tessa Ensler in Black Swanās exciting new production of Prima...

The Pool by Steve Rodgers
Beloved by audiences and critics alike, ļ»æThe Poolļ»æ by Steve Rodgers is a nostalgic and heart-warming celebration of the power of community.

Audiences react to The Pool by Steve Rodgers
Watch our audience react to the innovative and heart-warming show, The Pool by Steve Rodgers, presented in association with Perth Festival.

Steve Rodgers and Kate Champion discuss The Pool
Writer Steve Rodgers and Director Kate Champion discuss the inspiration behind The Pool.

Your first look at The Pool by Steve Rodgers
Are you ready for theatre that makes a splash? The Pool by Steve Rodgers, is theatre like you've never seen (or heard) before.

Watch the Dirty Birds on stage
Australiaās beloved McElhinney sisters share the stage for the very first time, taking on starring roles in their debut play, Dirty...

A Roundtable Discussion with the stars and creatives of Dirty Birds
ļ»æTake your seat at the table with the stars and creatives of Dirty Birds, as they let you in on the story, inspiration, and creative...

Interview with Wardrobe Manager Lynn Ferguson
Black Swan's wardrobe manager Lynn Ferguson sat down with The West Australian to discuss what she enjoys about her role at the company.

Q&A with Playwright Andrew Bovell
Black Swan welcomes back one of Australiaās most celebrated writers for the stage and screen - Andrew Bovell with Things I Know To Be True.

Breaking the Silence with Ian Michael
Director Ian Michael (co-writer of York) talks about his connection to The Bleeding Tree and how he plans to give it new life.

Q&A "A Nose By Any Other Name" With Virginia Gay
Actor and playwright Virginia Gay discusses writing a Cyrano not just for the 21st century but for Melbourne in the aftermath of 2020.