Our Vision, Purpose and Values

Black Swan State Theatre Company of WA exists to create brave and playful conversations. For You. About You. With You.

Founded in 1991, the company has earned both critical and popular acclaim for its world premiere productions and highly distinctive reinterpretations of international theatre classics – all of which are infused with the unique culture of Western Australia.

OUR VISION

Black Swan Theatre Company of WA is a leader in creating connections that empower and uplift multiple voices.

OUR PURPOSE

Black Swan Theatre Company exists to create brave and playful conversation. For you. About you. With you.

We provide an annual program of inclusive and accessible theatre productions, commissions and learning experiences, live and on-line, for the people of Perth, across the state of Western Australia, and increasingly nationally and internationally.

OUR VALUES

• Art First: Art is at the centre of everything we do, it’s how we serve.
• Walking Together: we value our people, are collaborative, inclusive, and respectful of others.
• Accountability: we are answerable to our audience, our society and the people we work with – ethically, environmentally and financially.
• Curiosity: we think deeply and explore before we act.