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Helping new Patch works come to light  

Every story begins with a glimmer.

A glimmer is the first movement of light in darkness. At Patch, every new work begins this way — fragile, luminous, full of possibility. 

It begins with an idea. A moment of curiosity. A spark of imagination. A glimmer of something new. 

The Glimmer Society is an intimate circle of supporters who invest in the earliest stages of creating bold, ambitious new theatre for children.

With a choice of annual tier contributions, you support the research, experimentation and early development that brings new Patch works to life.

Your support helps: 

• explore new artistic ideas 

• develop innovative theatrical techniques and experiences 

• collaborate with artists and creative teams 

• bring future Patch productions to life 

From a glimmer... to something extraordinary.  

Be part of the beginning. 

JOIN THE GLIMMER SOCIETY

Reaching the regions means that every child, no matter their geographic location or background, has the opportunity to engage in the arts, have fun, express themselves and feel a little magic!

Sadly, many children in regional and remote areas are missing out.

We need your support to give children living in regional and remote Australia access to our SPARK program.
SPARK takes our in-school shows directly to classrooms including those in regional towns and communities where, for some children, they may see their very first live performance.

Your gift will help us:

• cover the costs of taking our work on the road

• reach disadvantaged young people living in regional and remote parts of SA and beyond

• fill regional classrooms with joy, imagination and learning

• allow children to see their cultures and identities reflected and respected

• strengthen literacy, critical and creative thinking

Together, we can ensure that where a child lives never determines their access to creativity, imagination and learning.

Kindness looks good on you! ❤️

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Patch Theatre has been making professional theatre for 4–8 year old children and their families from our home on Kaurna Yerta, in South Australia since 1972. We’ve produced over 100 unique works and performed them to over 2 million children around the world. Each year we provide inspirational, design-rich theatre experiences to 50,000 children.

We create world-class performances that explore the way that children see the world, acknowledging the relevance of their thinking with stories that promote imagination, wonder and discovery. Our works celebrate big ideas and explore some of the world’s inexplicable questions from a child’s point of view.

Patch Theatre is eternally grateful for the passionate community of generous supporters who make our work possible. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our State and Federal Government funders, trusts and foundations, partners and individual donors. This support enables us to continue to provide enriching, high-quality performances that delight and inspire young audiences both here in Australia and across the globe. We are so appreciative!

Read about our impact:

76,000 people experienced a Patch show in 2024!

Sparking Creativity in Regional SA Classrooms

I Wish... in the Northern Territory