Heartland Festival

Full of groundbreaking writing, bold new works and adventurous ideas, Heartland Festival 2026 celebrates the artists and communities that make Sydney's heartland such a vibrant place to make, create and share live theatre.

New works: The Western Line - The line that connects us all. Supper Club - One night, five short works, a room full of fresh ideas, big energy and great vibes. Ruins - A powerful story of displacement, memory and the search for home. Artist development: Write Together, Rise Together - Playwright Coworking Sessions. Heartland : Exchange - Bringing artists together across cultures, practice and place.