About the theatre
"Just as we cannot use the ships once sailed by Saracens,
in art , we must seek forms that respond to contemporary life" Kazimir Malevich
Welcome to Malevich Theatre, a pioneering Melbourne independent theatre company where tradition meets innovation.
Founded by a group of Victorian creatives, Malevich Theatre is at the forefront of Melbourne contemporary theatre.
Malevich Theatre specializes in bold and innovative theatrical performances, rooted in the classical Russian school of psychological theatre of Konstantin Stanislavsky.
As a leading Melbourne experimental theatre company, we are inspired by the art of Kazimir Malevich and the movements of Suprematism and Bauhaus.
Our productions fuse Stanislavsky’s psychological realism with Vsevolod Meyerhold’s biomechanics. This unique combination creates performances that are both intellectually stimulating and viscerally impactful, setting us apart in the Melbourne theatre scene.
"Malevich Lab", our acting school is a hub for emerging Melbourne artists and contemporary playwrights.
Through workshops, our students are exploring new acting techniques that expand and deepen their acting skills.
As a leading Melbourne contemporary theatre company, Malevich Theatre is more than just a performance space; it is a cultural hub for Australian creatives and a beacon for those who seek to experience theatre that challenges, provokes, and inspires. Every performance, workshop, and exhibition is a journey into the unknown, a step beyond the familiar into the realm of the extraordinary.
Dmitry Volcon– Artistic Director of Malevich Theatre
Dmitry Volсon is a theater educator, actor, and director with 20 years of full-time experience in the industry. A former leading actor of ARTiSHOCK Theatre, (ArtиШок Театр) he combines the traditions of the Russian classical theater school with contemporary independent theater methods.
With a profound mastery of the Stanislavski system, he integrates innovative techniques inspired by ARTiSHOCK Theatre’s modern approach. As an acting coach, Dmitry helps performers uncover their individuality, develop authentic stage presence, and refine their expressive tools for both classical and contemporary theater.
Dmitry Volkon– Artistic Director of Malevich Theatre
Dmitry is a visionary force in the world of contemporary theatre, with over 20 years of experience as both an actor and director.
His journey through the performing arts has taken him from the grand stages of leading Russian theatres to the cutting-edge world of experimental theatre Art&Shock in Kazakhstan.
Throughout his career, Dmitry has remained committed to the power of theatre as a medium for exploring the human condition.
His productions are not just performances; they are thought-provoking experiences that challenge audiences to reflect on the essential questions of life and raise questions that linger long after the curtain falls.
In Kazakhstan, Dmitry's involvement in experimental theatre provided him with a unique platform to blend traditional techniques with innovative approaches. This experience defined his distinctive style that merges the psychological depth of Russian theatre with the avant-garde elements of modern performance art.
Now at Malevich Theatre, Dmitry brings his experience and passion for storytelling to the Melbourne’s theatre scene.
Albert Goikhman is an actor with extensive experience in both theater and film. He is a graduate of the Chekhov Theater School in Melbourne and has had a successful career performing on theater stages in Moscow and Tel Aviv.
Exhibitions and Immersive guided tours.
At Malevich Theatre, creativity knows no boundaries. Our members are not only talented actors but also gifted designers and visual artists.
We believe in providing a safe and supportive space where everyone can express themselves fully, whether on stage or through other artistic mediums.
Our exhibition "No Place Like Home" was dedicated to the Experience of Immigration and Being a Diverse Person in the Modern World.
This powerful exhibition featured the works of young Victorian artists, offering them a platform to share their unique perspectives and stories. Held during the "Open House Melbourne" festival, the exhibition resonated deeply with the community, attracting over 200 visitors.
In addition to hosting exhibitions, we ran immersive guided tours that illustrated the history of our home, the "Fitzroy and Collingwood Friendly Society's Dispensary", also known as "Russian House Melbourne".
The home of experimental theatre in Melbourne!
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