Wollongong’s own powerhouse of live performance, producing and presenting world-class theatre on the South Coast.

Operating from the Illawarra Performing Arts Centre (IPAC) and Wollongong Town Hall, Merrigong delivers a rich program of Mainstage productions, local artist development through MERRIGONGX, and family-friendly shows—all right in the heart of the city.

Through their MERRIGONGX Artists’ Program, independent and regional voices are nurtured with funding, technical support and staging opportunities—highlighting local creative talent and making theatre truly Illawarra-rooted