Merrigong Theatre Company is calling on the community to Be Part of the Story as it launches its End of Financial Year (EOFY) fundraising appeal, inviting audiences to help ensure world-class theatre continues to thrive in the Illawarra.

Led by Artistic Director / CEO Simon Hinton, the appeal highlights the vital role the community plays in sustaining local theatre-making, supporting artists, and ensuring audiences of all ages can continue to experience powerful, live storytelling close to home.

“At Merrigong, theatre is never just something you watch – it’s something you become part of,”

Hinton said.

“Every audience member, every artist, every supporter helps shape the story we tell together.”

“This year’s theme, Be Part of the Story, is a reminder that theatre doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens in community. It happens because people believe in it, invest in it, and show up for it.”