About UMMTA

The University of Melbourne Music Theatre Association (UMMTA) is a student-run musical theatre company dedicated to creating bold, inclusive, and high-quality theatre. Founded in 2002, UMMTA provides opportunities for students across the University to engage in and appreciate every aspect of musical theatre by staging a range of productions each year, including both licensed musicals and original works. The company also runs social events and educational workshops that support skill development and community connection.
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Since its inception, UMMTA has grown as a community and served as an introduction to the amateur theatre world for many successful Melbourne creative talents. UMMTA provides a foundation for performers and production team members to develop and improve their skills whilst making important social connections.

UMMTA in 2026

Our mission is to lead UMMTA with care, community, and quality at its heart. We hope to foster  a company that is defined by its loving and inclusive community while striving for artistic excellence.

In 2026, we aim to strengthen UMMTA’s artistic identity, deepen our commitment to accessibility and equity, and expand opportunities for members to grow as artists and practitioners. We will continue to provide professional development through workshops, strengthen systems for equity and accessibility.

Above all, UMMTA in 2026 is defined by its care for people, commitment to quality, and passion for storytelling. We seek to champion a community where creativity flourishes, collaboration thrives, and musical theatre continues to inspire and unite us.

- Josh Drake & Nishka Varghese, UMMTA 2026 Co-Presidents

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