Historic Wintergarden Theatre Re-Opens Its Doors
BridgeWorx, a business unit of Bridges Health & Community Care, is making history by reopening the iconic Wintergarden Theatre for its first live performance in decades.
Historic Wintergarden Theatre Re-Opens Its Doors for First Performance in Decades!
Bundaberg, you have been patiently waiting in anticipation, BridgeWorx, a business unit of Bridges Health and & Community Care, is making history by reopening the iconic Wintergarden Theatre for its first live performance in decades. On March 27th at 7:00 PM, audiences will step inside this stunning heritage venue for the highly anticipated regional tour of O, Ophelia—a powerful new work produced by JUTE Theatre Company and Overall Arts, written and directed by Amber Grossmann.
This bold and visually striking production tells the story of sixteen-year-old Ophelia, who dreams of escaping her small-town life in Far North Queensland. When she meets Hamish, an older, charismatic rebel, the promise of adventure quickly takes a darker turn, leading her into a world of coercive control and hidden dangers. O, Ophelia is a deeply moving exploration of resilience, self-discovery, and the power of reclaiming one’s own story. Chorus directed by Regional Director Cheryl Ratcliffe, and featuring local chorus talent Stella Hutchins, Bridgette McMahon and Eva Grace McGrail.
Why This Matters: “Supporting Queensland artists and regional touring productions is crucial for keeping arts and culture alive beyond the big cities. Regional audiences deserve access to high-quality theatre that sparks conversations and inspires change,” said Bridges CEO Sharon Sarah.. “By attending O, Ophelia, you’re not only witnessing creative and powerful storytelling but also helping to create a thriving arts scene in Bundaberg.”
Don’t miss this momentous event in Bundaberg’s cultural revival exciting moment and first chance opportunity to see Wintergarden come to life again!
Tickets are available now via Humanitix: https://events.humanitix.com/o-ophelia
📅 Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Venue: Wintergarden Theatre, Bundaberg
Recommended for audiences aged 15 and over. Contains loud noise, theatrical lighting and asthma safe haze, depictions / representations of coercive control, drug use, sexual violence, and contains coarse language.
Be part of history—See you at the Wintergarden Theatre for a night of unforgettable storytelling!
Main Photo: Opening of the Wintergarden Theatre 1929. bun00092 Source Picture Bundaberg.
Second Photo: Opening of the O, Ophelia, Cairns 2025. Source JUTE Theatre Company