About Arena

Established in 1966, Arena is one of Australia’s longest-running producers of theatre for young people. For over 50 years, Arena’s work has represented and reflected the changing lives and imaginations of young people. We create art that encourages children and young people to imagine new futures beyond the world defined by previous generations.

From our home in Bendigo, Arena conducts its artistic research by collaborating with young people from all over the Central Goldfields region.

55 Years of Arena

1,885 artists employed

95 tours

Images: birthday celebrations, 2021 - the Arena Theatre Co team celebrate 55 years, despite a cancelled event

2,769 schools engaged

1,545,620 audience reached (and counting...)

25 international tours

155 new Australian works