Event Type: Comedy

Performance :
Saturday 15 March 2025
Doors Open : 6:30pm | Performance from 7:00pm

Duration : 65 minutes | NO Interval

Tickets :
General Admission $25.00
Generous Admission $30.00

A comedy show about growing up in rural Tasmania, the unexpected turns life takes, and the story of two friends discovering a passion for making people laugh!

There have been many iconic duos throughout history, Abel and Cain, Shaggy and Scooby Doo, Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake. But none can compare to Tasmania’s Clown Princes of comedy : Russell Redmond and Ned Townsend. 

Like Frodo and Sam carrying the ring to Mount Doom, Ned and Russell have travelled far and wide (even as far as Rossarden) to bring you the best of their collective 20 years in Stand up comedy. 

A show full of Stand up and sketches about growing up in rural Tasmania, becoming men, the unexpected turns life takes, how much they miss Chickenfeed, and the epic story of two friends discovering their passion for making people laugh!

Come see Painting the Townsend Redmond, guaranteed to blow your socks off.

2025 Events :
Friday 28 February 2025
Friday 28 March 2025
Friday 30 May 2025
Friday 20 June 2025
Friday 25 July 2025
Friday 29 August 2025
Friday 26 September 2025
Friday 31 October 2025
Friday 28 November 2025

Doors Open @ 7:00pm | Performance from 7:30pm

Tickets :
Concession / Students $15
General Admission $20

An improvised battle royal to see which team will reign supreme.

PROTEA Impro’s Theatresports™️ returns for 2025.

Each month teams compete in improvised scenes and sketches to see who will be victorious and hold aloft the As Yet Unnamed Perpetual Trophy.

Thursday 23 January 2025
Doors Open 5:30pm | Performance from 6:00pm – 11:00pm

Duration : 5 Hours (15 minute sets for each performer) 

All Ages Event

This is a FREE EVENT, but booking is essential

The SESSIONS Project: LIVE! is the beating heart of the program and the foundation of the 2025 relaunch at the iconic Peacock Theatre. This free core event not only celebrates Tasmanian talent through our signature 15-minute open rotating concept but also plays a central role in supporting the vibrant performances, workshops, and events surrounding it.

Showcasing music, performance, and creativity, this all-ages event embodies the spirit of connection and community that The SESSIONS Project is all about. With a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere, it sets the tone for an unforgettable celebration of local artistry.

Performers will be announced in the lead-up, promising a diverse lineup of musicians, artists, and creatives. Tickets are free but essential and can be booked now through our new website. Don’t miss this celebration of talent, creativity, and the Tasmanian arts community.

Performances :
Saturday 12 April 2025 @ 2:00pm  : Matinee
Saturday 12 April 2025 @ 6:00pm
Sunday 13 April 2025 @ 2:00pm : Matinee

Doors Open 20 minutes prior to performance

Duration : 60 minutes | NO Interval

Tickets :
Babies (under 2) $0
Kids (under 16) $10
Concession $15
Adult $20

Tickets available at the door, cash and card options (pending availability).

An acrobatic treat for all ages!

Tasmania’s own ROOKE brings us all a little closer once more, right to the edge of our seats.

Their new work, Nimble, plays the line between tension and joy, risk and release. Blocks, boxes and acrobats will be stacked and balanced and belly laughs will be had. This intimate work explores connection, humanity and trust.

A treat for the whole family. Not to be missed.

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Wednesday 22 & Thursday 23 January 2025
Full Performance & Workshop Schedule available via The SESSIONS Project website

The SESSIONS Project is more than an arts event – it’s a celebration of local Tasmanian talent, creativity, and community. After a 12-month hiatus, The SESSIONS Project is relaunching at the Peacock Theatre in January 2025 with a 2-day series of specialised events. Discover unforgettable performances that inspire connection and celebrate Tasmania’s thriving arts scene.

This milestone event marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for The SESSIONS Project. From unforgettable live performances to inspiring collaborations, we thrive on creating spaces where our creativity can shine and audiences feel connected to the heartbeat of Tasmania.

Whether you’re a longtime supporter or new to The SESSIONS Project, this is your chance to experience the magic of Tasmanian talent like never before. Explore the full lineup on the website and join us in celebrating the incredible depth of artistry our island has to offer.

The Fan is an avant-garde, dark comedy that explores friendship, obsession, and the quest for identity against a surreal, absurdist backdrop. The story follows the tumultuous relationship between Bobby and Gillian, two eccentric performers grappling with their own existential crises and twisted family histories as they navigate life on the fringes of society.

Season :
Wednesday 11 – Saturday 14 December 2024

Performances :
Wednesday 11 December 2024, 7:30pm – 9:00pm
Thursday 12 December 2024, 7:30pm – 9:00pm
Friday 13 December 2024, 8:00pm – 9:30pm
Saturday 14 December 2024, 1:00pm – 2:30pm : MATINEE
Saturday 14 December 2024, 7:30pm – 9:00pm

Tickets : 
Adults $25.00
Concession (Children / Students / Pensions & Seniors) $20.00

Duration : 80 minutes (approx.)

THE FAN contains mature themes, strong language, and references to addiction, mental health struggles, and family conflict.

Performance :
Saturday 15 February 2025
Door Open @ 7:30pm | Performance 8:00pm – 10:00pm

Duration : 120 minutes (includes interval)

Tickets : $30

Content Warning : There will be a few rude words.

Comic and Scottish History YouTuber Bruce Fummey returns to Hobart with laughs galore and quirky observations to explain how Scotland Made the World.

More jokes than the YouTube videos, and some might make you blush, but you’ll leave having laughed and learned about Scotland’s role in the world.

Bruce Fummey, the comedian behind the 230k subscriber YouTube channel Scotland History Tours, returns to Tasmania with a new show. Laughs galore and quirky observations as Bruce explains how Scotland Made the World.

Every Saturday morning, UK time, Bruce tells a story from Scotland’s history. This show will deliver more jokes than you’d get from the YouTube videos, and some might even make you blush. However you’ll still laugh as you learn about Scotland’s role in the world, and what created that kilted diaspora.

Nominated for comedy awards at Fringeworld, WA and at home in Scotland for Scottish Comedy Awards and even named Scottish Comedian of the Year, Bruce has appeared on ABC series Stuff the British Stole and numerous UK TV and Radio shows and brought acting skills to bear in the Steve Coogan film The Lost King. 

Performance :
Friday 6 December 2024
Doors Open @ 7:00pm | Performance 7:30pm – 8:30pm

Duration : 60 minutes | No Interval

Tickets :
Full Price $20 (+BF)
Concession $15 (+BF)

Tickets available online or at the door (pending availability)

Parental guidance recommended. An improvised show, it may contain some course language and adult themes.

Only one lighthouse. Two lighthouse keepers.

Usually the lighthouse is manned by one keeper at a time. This year however, the changeover hasn’t gone to plan. And two lighthouse keepers are stuck with each other for the season.

Join prize winning improvisers Harris and Tweed (Rowan Harris and Matt Wilson) for a tale of two men who can’t escape.

PROTEA Impro‘s 2024 season is supported by Salamanca Arts Centre

Disney’s Finding Nemo jr is a 1 hour musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo. It features engaging performances, fabulous costuming, fun dancing and memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow.”
Finding Nemo jr brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure.

“KIDS entertaining KIDS” : Musical Theatre Crew‘s Junior Crew being aged 6-13 years old!

Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves.

Season :
Friday 1 – Sunday 10 November 2024

Performances :
Friday 1 November 2024, 7:30pm – 8:35pm
Saturday 2 November 2024, 3:00pm – 4:05pm MATINEE
Saturday 2 November 2024, 7:30pm – 8:35pm
Sunday 3 November 2024, 11:00am – 12:05pm MATINEE
Sunday 3 November 2024, 3:00pm – 4:05pm MATINEE
Saturday 9 November 2024, 3:00pm – 4:05pm MATINEE
Saturday 9 November 2024, 7:30pm – 8:35pm
Sunday 10 November 2024, 3:00pm – 4:05pm MATINEE

Tickets : 
Adults $35.00
Concession (Children / Students / Pensions & Seniors) $29.00
Family (Good for 4) $120.00
**Go with the Flow Special : Adults at Kids until 6 Oct 2024! $29.00**

Tickets / Doors open 60 minutes prior to Performance 
Duration : 65 minutes

NOTE: This show has double and triple casts. Check ticket details to confirm the casts who are performing.