pantsguys Productions

Mr Kolpert

Ralph and his wife Sarah invite Edith and Bastian to their home for an evening of mind games and manipulation. Things take a dark turn when Ralph jokingly mentions that he and Sarah have killed their co-worker, Mr Kolpert. A large chest rests in the middle of the room. What happens from here is not normal...

On the Shore of the Wide ...

Alex Holmes is ready for adulthood, ready to lose his virginity and ready to leave his home town. But history isn’t on his side. Alex’s parents Peter and Alice are careening towards infidelity after the impact of a recent tragedy, and his grandparents’ relationship continues to splinter. The sting of regret is turning out to be a Holmes family keepsake.

About Us

pantsguys is an independent, Sydney based, theatre company.

pantsguys Productions was formed in 2010 by seven Actors Centre Australia (ACA) graduates looking for a way to create their own work and seeking to bridge the gap between emerging artists and theatre professionals.

Our first production was ‘autobahn’ by Neil LaBute in 2010. This was followed up in 2011 by; ‘The Shape of Things’, also by Neil LaBute, as part of the Under The Wharf season in association with atyp and ‘Oh, The Humanity’ by Will Eno as part of the Sydney Fringe Festival.

In 2012 pantsguys toured a remount of ‘autobahn’ for the Adelaide Fringe 2012, which received 5 star reviews; the Australian premiere of ‘Punk Rock’ by Simon Stephens (in association with atyp Under the Wharf), which won 3 Sydney Theatre awards including Best Independent Production 2012; and the Australian premiere of ‘The Knowledge’ by John Donnelly in association with The New Theatre’s Spare Room program.

Also in 2012 we introduced the (poorly named) “in association with…” season including two productions for the Sydney Fringe 2012: ‘Dogs Barking’ by Richard Zajdlic and a stand-up comedy double act: ‘Double Booked’ by Tim Reuben and Alistair Wallace, which is currently touring to the Adelaide Fringe 2013.

pantsguys currently have a production in progress and development for the remainder of 2013, ‘Sweet Nothings‘ by Arthur Schnitzler translated by David Harrower with atyp, as well as the Australian premiere of ‘On the Shore of the Wide World‘ by Simon Stephens in January 2014 with Griffin Independent.

The current pantsguys are Paul Hooper, Owen Little, Rebecca Martin, Graeme McRae, Tim Reuben and Alistair Wallace.

Our Mission

To empower emerging artists to create innovative contemporary work that provokes, excites and challenges Australian audiences. pantsguys aims to bridge the gap between emerging and established artists in the industry.

We want to provide the opportunity and facilities for creatives to work in a professional environment, nurtured and mentored by more experienced practitioners.

pantsguys is a great example of the type of creative combustion that can take place when like-minded, passionate people gather together. Add into the mix their high skill level and their shared vision for what theatre can be, and the combination is very exciting. I applaud their deep commitment and positive artistic contribution.

Dean Carey Actors Centre Australia

A young fledgling company of young professionals, really showing the major companies in this city what should be done and how to do it.

Kevin Jackson Kevin Jackson's Theatre Blog