La Boite Theatre, Australia’s longest continuously running theatre company, marks its centenary year with program of four major productions, a series of encore performances from the company’s rich archive, and a host of special events that pay homage to La Boite’s storied past.

A Season of Premieres and Classics

The 2025 season, unveiled by Artistic Director Courtney Stewart, opens with a fresh take on Shakespeare’s Macbeth (March 6–22), co-directed by Stewart and Lisa Fa’alafi.

This hybrid production places the play’s iconic Weird Sisters front and centre, reclaiming their narrative in a combination of dance, movement, text and sound. Opening on International Women’s Day, this adaptation explores themes of spirituality, power, and ambition, offering a dynamic start to the centennial celebrations.

La Boite Theatre’s Macbeth. Photo supplied

Following Macbeth, Brisbane-based Dead Puppet Society returns to La Boite with the world premiere of We’re All Gonna Die! (from July 29).

Known for imaginative productions including Peter and the Starcatcher, Dead Puppet Society brings a mix of climate change commentary, schlock horror, and live-action comic book energy to...