The world's biggest short play festival is back in Sydney!

Short+Sweet 2024 is a celebration of play writing and the creation of original theatre. Over 70 plays will feature in the span of 8 weeks, all competing for a spot in the Gala Finals where we award the best of the best.

This year brings a wide range of new works to the forefront, sharp comedies, existential dramas, surreal horror, poetry, musical, political and inspirational narratives drive the season.

PERFORMANCES
7:30 PM THURSDAY 4 APR
7:30 PM FRIDAY 5 APR
2:00 PM SATURDAY 6 APR
7:30 PM SATURDAY 6 APR (Followed by weekly presentation)

WEEK 7 PLAYS

THE LAST CUPPA
Written & Directed by Allan West
BOTTLE FOR A SPECIAL OCCASION
Written by William Kovacsik / Directed by David Brown
PRICK
Written by Gina Cohen / Directed by Jeremy Godwin
FOUR BEATS TO THE BAR
Written & Directed by Lisa Kelaher
SYNTHETIC
Written & Directed by Stephen Larkman
JUMP
Written by Suzy Wilds / Directed by Josefin Glaadh
DREAM WEDDING
Written by Kyle Thompson & Madeline Oliver / Directed by Ursula Dauenhauer
THE ANONYMOUS MS J.
Written by Balarka Banerjee / Directed by Aidan O'Donnell
THE READING OF THE WILL
Written by Amanda Lay / Directed by Deborah Kearns
GROWING PAINS
Written by Chantal Harrison / Performed by James Pantelis & Gemma Russell
ENTWINED
Written by Nola Bartolo / Directed by Wilfred Roach

Please be advised that some plays may include adult content

Photography/Filming is not permitted during performances

Latecomers will not be permitted to enter unless there is a suitable break in performance.

This festival is proudly partnered with TAFE NSW

SHORT+SWEET (TURNER HALL) IS LOCATED AT THE CORNER OF MARY ANN STREET & HARRIS STREET