
About
PATCH: A CHILD’S POINT OF VIEW SINCE 1972
Patch Theatre has been making professional theatre for 4–8 year old children and their families from their home in South Australia since 1972. Patch Theatre have produced over 100 unique works and performed to over 2 million children around the world. They provide inspirational, design-rich theatre experiences to over 40,000 children each year.
Our Staff

Geoff Cobham
Artistic Director

Penny Camens
General Manager

Sasha Zahra
Creative Producer

Teena Munn
Producer – Special Projects

Michelle 'Maddog' Delaney
Creative Associate

Krystle Aunger
Development & Marketing Manager

Nicole McKenzie
Marketing & Communications Manager

Katya Shevtsov
Operations Manager

Briony Hunt
Touring Company Manager
Our Board

Liz Hawkins
Chair

Ben Opie
Treasurer | Director, Morris Forensic Accountants

Peter Campbell
Lawyer, HWL Ebsworth Lawyers

Chris Drummond
Artistic Director, Brink Productions

Jason Dunstone
Managing Director, Square Holes

Anne-Marie Shin
Academic, University of South Australia

Amanda Wheeler
Head of Business Development, Adelaide Festival

Dr Boram Lee
Senior Lecturer in Arts and Cultural Management, University of South Australia
Awards
2022
Sydney Theatre Award | Nomination
ZOOOM | Best Production for Children
Ruby Award | Nomination
I Wish... | Best Work, Event or Project for Young People
2021
Ruby Award | Winner
ZOOOM | Best Work, Event or Project for Young People
2020
Ruby Award | Winner
The Lighthouse | Best work or event within a festival
2019
Independent Arts Foundation Award for Innovation | Winner
ZOOOM | The Adelaide Critics Circle Awards
2013
Victor Award | Winner
Me & My Shadow | Best showcase production IPAY
2011
Helpmann Award | Winner
Me & My Shadow | Best presentation for children
Sydney Theatre Award | Nomination
Me & My Shadow | Best production for children