EOFY Appeal - Be Part of the Story
This End of Financial Year, we invite you to make a tax-deductible donation and help bring more extraordinary stories to life.
Every great production begins with a story.
Sometimes it starts as a conversation, a bold idea, or a young artist with something important to say. We work hard to bring these stories to life on our stages – connecting audiences through laughter, emotion, imagination and shared experience.
At Merrigong Theatre Company, we’re committed to developing new Australian theatre, supporting local artists, inspiring young people, championing inclusivity, and strengthening our First Nations program. These programs don’t just create theatre – they create opportunities, spark creativity, and foster a sense of belonging throughout our community.
As a not-for-profit theatre company, community support plays a vital role in helping us continue creating ambitious work and unforgettable live experiences for the Illawarra and beyond.
When you sit in the audience and watch a story unfold on stage, you can proudly say:
“I helped make this happen.”
Support Merrigong Theatre Company this EOFY and Be Part of the Story.
Thank you for helping live theatre continue to thrive in our community.
Merrigong is dedicated to delivering experiences that are relevant and impactful to the diverse people of our region. We invest in a range of programs with community groups, schools and artists that deliver tangible outcomes through paid residencies, employment and the development of new theatre work.
There are many ways that you can support this work, from tax-deductible donations, to corporate partnerships, to becoming part of our team of highly-valued volunteers. Your contribution can help us build a brighter future for artists, audiences and our community.
As a not-for-profit theatre company donations play a critical role in supporting our mission. Your contribution directly fuels our ongoing investment in artists, programs with community groups and the creation of new works for the stage.
Today, your vital donation can open doors for the next generation, enabling us to share compelling stories that define Australia and authentically reflect our diverse community. Together, we can make a profound impact on our community through the power of storytelling.
All donations of $2 or more are tax deductible. Every amount, regardless of size, makes a meaningful difference.
Thank you for being an invaluable supporter of Merrigong Theatre Company. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to each and every person who purchases a ticket and shares in the magic of live performances.Our hope is to INSPIRE you to generously donate so we can continue to foster the growth and vitality of our artistic community and you can become an ARTS CHAMPION!
– Rachel Francis, General Manager
Merrigong Theatre Company is a registered not-for-profit charity with Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) under the legal entity name Illawarra Performing Arts Centre Ltd. ABN 87590935138
Connect with like-minded arts advocates when you join our Inner Circle.
Merrigong is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to delivering experiences that are relevant and impactful to the diverse people of our region, and we invest in a range of programs with community groups, schools and artists that deliver tangible outcomes.
Our Inner Circle donors are recognised at four levels of support:
💎 Visionary – $5,000+
❤️ Insider – $1,500 – $4,999
👍 Collaborator – $800 – $1,499
👤 Supporter – $350 – $799
Click here to make an Inner Circle donation.
Inner Circle Donors
A heartfelt thank you goes to our incredible Inner Circle donors, whose extraordinary generosity and unwavering support play a pivotal role in shaping a brighter future for artists, audiences and our community as a whole.
💎 Inner Circle Visionaries
Elizabeth Elliott & Kevin Marston
The Bernie Family Trust (Supporting our Young People’s Program)
❤️ Inner Circle Insiders
ACCM College
Angela & Steve McCrea
Ann Hinton
Beverley Darby
Bruce Walker
Christopher Hughes-Gage & Michael Davies
Dr Kimberly Cartwright & Charles Littrell
Dr Krishna & Shashi Reddy
Drew Fairley
Elizabeth Elliott & Kevin Marston
George & Rada Millwood
Hilton & Jan Bloomfield
Jane Westbrook & Mark Ramsden
Jodie Parker & Robin D’Rozario
Ken Dwyer & Natalie Tadday
Ken McKinnon & Suzanne Walker
Kerry Hunt
Leta Webb
Liz & Greg Hurst
Marie Mitchell-Stanley
Merri Sheppard
Pauline & Rodney Doyle
Steve Andersen
Victoria Buchan
Warwick Shanks OAM & Sharon Behl-Shanks
👍 Inner Circle Collaborators
Amy Harper
Ann Conte
Ann & Peter Robinson
Bill Singh
Christine Stephens
Darren Kirwood
Damien Leith
Dr Julia Quilter
Four Star Cleaning
John & Adrian Quilter
Katherine Brown
Linda & David Fuller
Lynne & David Lear
Margaret Wolfe
Merilyn Pearson
Pamela & Harry Bassett
Rosemary & Darcy Mahon
Roslyn McDonald
Sara Doyle
Shabnam & Simon Hinton
Sharon & Simon Hodsden
Anonymous
👤 Inner Circle Supporters
Angela Raymond
Antonio Deliseo
Chris & Jacqui McRobert
Darren Day
Dayna Parker
Deborah Hoffman
Don and Marlene Matthew
Eleise & David Hale
Elouera Home Support
Graham Bradley & Yvonne McCafferty
J. Maxwell
Jill Vickery
Joan and Frank Krzysik
John Penney
Judy Hanlen
Judy Park
Kate Cosgrove
Kevin & Sue Savage
Leland Kean and Kar Chalmers
Norman Bradshaw & Dana Weston
Paul Jennings and Rhonni Garven
Penny Watts & Kingsley Reeve
Rachel Francis and Kim Buck
Ricky Onsman & Hazel Flynn (dec)
Ron and Helen Jaray
Sandra & Richard Riedel
Sarah Miller AM
Trudy and Col Bruton
Uwe Dostleben
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*Correct as of 7 Nov 2025
