PACA JOURNAL
Go behind the curtain with PACA Productions at The Concourse Theatre, Chatswood. Explore director diaries, cast announcements, symphony orchestra spotlights, and official company newsletters from Sydney's North Shore musical theatre hub.
Featured Stories from the Stage & Orchestra Pit
Read our latest production retrospectives, casting announcements, and live musical theatre spotlights.
Finding Neverland NSW Premiere: Bringing Broadway Magic to The Concourse
Inside our upcoming April 2027 NSW Premiere at The Concourse Theatre in Chatswood, co-directed by Rodrigo Medina Noel and Janina Hamerlok with musical direction by David Catterall.
Why Live Symphony Orchestras Matter: Championing Sydney Musicians
At a time when commercial theatre is scaling back pit sizes, PACA Productions remains committed to showcasing full live musical talent and bespoke scenic design on Sydney's North Shore.
From Mamma Mia! to 2027: Inside PACA's Expanding Concourse Repertoire
How our Sydney company brings together emerging performers, seasoned creative directors, and full technical production crews for landmark seasons in Chatswood.
LIVE WORDPRESS POSTS & PACA NEWSLETTER ARCHIVE
Latest Journal Articles & Newsletters
&JULIET – PACA Productions – Busy City Kids
Source: Busy City Kids We were thrilled to be recognized by Busy City Kids, who focus on events that engage families and young audiences. Their feature on &JULIET highlighted the musical's unique appeal to all ages, proving that a story built on girl power and pop...
PACA Productions: &JULIET at Riverside Theatres Parramatta – Sydney Arts Guide
Source: Sydney Arts Guide The Sydney Arts Guide highlighted the importance of our &JULIET season, drawing attention to our successful residency at the prestigious Riverside Theatres, Parramatta. This feature served as a glowing endorsement of PACA Productions'...
&JULIET – Critical Success at Riverside Theatres (Sydney Theatre Reviews)
Source: Sydney Theatre Reviews Sydney Theatre Reviews captured the sheer joy and unforgettable nature of our run at the Riverside Theatres, Parramatta, with &JULIET. Their comprehensive review called the show "bold, beautiful, and exceptionally performed,"...
Theatre Now Review: &JULIET – A Benchmark for Sydney Community Theatre
Source: Theatre Now Blog Post Content: Theatre Now's review of our &JULIET production affirms PACA Productions' place at the forefront of the Sydney Community Theatre scene. The critics praised the scale and ambition of our undertaking, noting the success in...
Full of Heart: PACA Productions’ &JULIET – Dance Magazine Australia
The core of &JULIET is its incredible choreography and the passion of its performers, and Dance Magazine Australia took notice! Their review, titled “Full of Heart: PACA Productions’ &JULIET,” provides glowing feedback on the talent and commitment of our company.
Review: &JULIET – A Pop-Fuelled Blast of Heart, Humour, and Girl Power – Broadway World Sydney
The energy PACA Productions brought to the stage for &JULIET was nothing short of electrifying!
PACA Productions is Making a Splash at the Chatswood Lunar New Year Festival!
We’re having a blast celebrating the Lunar New Year at the Chatswood festival today!
PACA Productions Announces Cast for “The Little Mermaid”!
We are thrilled to announce the talented cast who will be bringing the magic of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” to life on stage!
American Idiot Cast Announcement
PACA is excited to announce the cast for our upcoming production of Green Day's American Idiot Australia 2024. The cast is: Johnny - Isaak Koorey Will - Cameron Mayhew Tunny - Nathaniel Lawson Whatsername - Izzy Tilden Heather - Rachel Bendeich Extraordinary Girl -...
What is American Idiot The Musical?
American Idiot the musical, follows the story of three friends, Johnny, Tunny, and Will as they navigate the world in a post 9/11 America. The musical was written by Green Day front man Billie Joe Armstrong, and director Michael Mayer and draws themes from the...