








Happily, ever after? Never.
Be warned – these bedtime stories may cause nightmares…
Within darkened corridors and haunting landscapes, Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, and many other intriguing characters emerge from the shadows, the truth behind their stories – warts and all – boil and bubble to the surface.
From the company behind the award-winning stage spectacles – Frankenstein, Jane Eyre and A Christmas Carol – comes this bold adaption of tales from the Brothers Grimm in a bewitching theatre experience.
Adapted by Nelle Lee, directed by Daniel Evans and costumes designed by Australian fashion icon Paul McCann – expect a lavish, loud and lucid night.
Tuck yourself in…
1hr 30min. No interval.
14+.
26th June, 2026
26th June, 2026
The Joan is committed to ensuring access for all people. Please view their accessibility page here, or reach out to the venue via email: boxoffice@penrith.city, or phone: (02) 4723 7600 to discuss your sepcific requirements prior to booking.
GETTING TO THE VENUE
BY TRAIN:
The Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre is a short walk from Penrith Station via Penrith Plaza.
BY CAR:
Traveling from Sydney and the Blue Mountains, take the Mulgoa Road exit from the M4. Continue along Mulgoa Road and turn into High Street. Travel time from Sydney CBD can vary. The M4 can become quite congested with commuter traffic on Friday evenings so it is a good idea to allow extra travel time.
Generally, the trip by car takes an hour from the CBD. Travelling from the Blue Mountains is fairly straight forward (though extra time should be given for Sunday afternoon travel).
"A delightfully chaotic romp through the darker corners of fairy tale lore." - The Fame Reporter
"Shake & Stir have managed to spin straw into gold." - Brisbane Times
"Impressively clever, brilliantly performed, frequently hilarious and thoroughly entertaining." - InReview
"Memorable, boundary-pushing theatre... entertaining, unsettling and thought-provoking." - TheatreTravels
Adaptor and Creator: Nelle Lee
Adaptor and Director: Daniel Evans
Creative Producer and Creator: Ross Balbuziente
Creator: Nick Skubij
Set Designer: Josh McIntosh
Costume Designer: Paul McCann
Lighting Designer: Trent Suidgeest
Composer and Sound Designer: Guy Webster
Dramaturg: Saffron Benner
Choreography and Movement: Dan Venz
Fight Director: NJ Price
GRIMM: Tales from the Brothers Grimm runs for 1hr 30min. No interval.
GRIMM: Tales from the Brothers Grimm is at Sydney's Q Theatre | The Joan, Penrith, which is located at 597 High Street, Penrith, Sydney, 2751.
GRIMM: Tales from the Brothers Grimm tickets start at $85.
14+.
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