World Premiere Of Sideline Family Set For September Season At Kucom Theatre

A powerful new Australian drama exploring friendship, resilience and the hidden struggles behind everyday lives will make its world premiere at Kucom Theatre this September.

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Written and directed by local playwright Amy Jeffcoat, Sideline Family was originally developed through the Mackay Harvest: From Playwright to Stage Light program in 2025. Following its successful development, the production will take to the stage from 10^th to 19^th September 2026.

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Set around a women's netball team, Sideline Family follows a group of strangers brought together by a new season. Led by a former professional player turned coach, the women navigate challenges including grief, mental health, trauma, infertility, illness, and relationship breakdowns. As friendships deepen and personal struggles emerge, the team discovers that what begins as sport becomes something much more. A lifeline.

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Auditions will be held at Kucom Theatre at 11am on Sunday, 28^th June.

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Performers interested in being part of this moving ensemble drama are encouraged to attend.

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Audition packs are available via the Kucom website or Eventbrite

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At its heart, Sideline Family is a story about showing up for one another. By the final whistle, the score no longer matters. What matters is that they are still standing. Together.

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Season dates: 10th, 11th, 12th, 17th, 18th, 19th September at 7.30pm
Sunday 13th September at 2pm

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