Testimonials
“BYTES is just an amazing youth theatre company and they make the kids feel like they are part of a family. So many opportunities with the most amazing, supportive staff - and the quality of the performances is second to none! My daughter has had two years with BYTES and just LOVES every moment of it - especially this year they have worked under very tricky conditions and just smashed it! Cannot recommend enough.”
Louise Ford Parent 2020
If my girls could chose only one after school activity it would be BYTE They have made so many friends from other schools (which will help going into high school). My older daughter has such confidence speaking on stage and my younger one has come out of her shell We’ve been here for 5 years and many more to come.
Tracy Letcher Parent 2020
“Just home from the final program of Secret Garden........the whole show was amazing. Such talent was a delight to see. Congratulations to you all. My friend and I will be on the lookout for your next production.”
Bev Smith Patron 2021 ( The Secret Garden)
“Amazing show. As usual the caliber of performances from these talented young performers is so wonderful to see.”
Nan Cameron Patron ( The Secret Garden) 2021
“Have had the absolute pleasure of seeing the last 2 Bytes performances, made even more special watching my eldest grandson perform. So well done, cant wait for next performance”
Alan Stupples ( Grand Dad) AVALON and The SECRET GARDEN 2021
“Amazing show everyone. It was our daughter’s first production with BYTE’s and we’ve never seen her so excited and enthusiastic about anything else before. A huge thanks to you all”
Jacquie McErvale ( Joseph ) 2021
“Congratulations to all! It was wonderful....singing, dancing, telling the story......I’m in awe! Plus a little tear at the end when once again singing that gorgeous song! The way you incorporate the kids.....from the precious little ones to the older ones....so lovely! Looking forward to next weekend too.”
Noela Eason Patron 2021 ( Josephand the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat)
“What an amazing year. Congratulations to the Bytes team on continuing through COVID times, providing a safe environment and bringing so much joy to my 12 year old daughter Keira. The end of year production Xanadu was beyond expectations. Keira lives for Bytes and can’t wait to continue next year.”
Sarah J W Parent 2020
DURING COVID
“Thanks so much for your work taking bytes online- it's fantastic that my son can still connect with the group and keep up with his acting and theatre in this crazy time.” Harry Fahey Parent 2020
“ I’m so impressed how quickly BYTES has transitioned to online.”
Courtney Ellerton Parent 2020
“Thank you, it’s the connections that are making a huge difference. This class is so important for my child, you are all working so hard for the students in such a professional, positive way.”
Jude O’Brien Parent 2020
“So glad we’re still able to connect with each other and grateful we are continuing class 💕 not how I thought senior year would go but it sure is different!” Julia Ryan Student 2020
“Bytes is definitely a highlight in Chloe’s life, and the connections with her friends this way is super important too. We are so grateful for all your hard work and communications with us all” Juanita Henderson Parent 2020
"BYTE offers students from 5-18 professional studio training in acting, dancing and musical theatre with several public performances every year. This esteemed training ground, enriches and builds talent and perhaps more importantly personal character. BYTES showcase presentations add the imperative gloss."
Ian Austin Review Sunshine Coast Daily
The acting in Ariadne was outstanding and the young cast was wholeheartedly committed to each scene and ready to exit to be ahead of the group at the next section. The hard work by cast and crew and attention to detail was evident. The vignettes were riveting, well-spoken and sensitively acted. After being in the midst of this spectacle, it is inconceivable to think of this play being performed on an ordinary stage. This was the last evening of this play in the Anywhere Theatre Festival and it was interactive and fascinating. The cast of BYTES are to be commended with their professionalism and commitment to portray four performances in a continuous loop each night. BYTES performances are always of a high quality and this show surpassed all expectations. Look out for their next show and support some wonderful young actors. You will be entertained and impressed.
Review by Kathryn Barnes Anywhere Theatre Festival – 12 May 2019
Brilliant training, lots of performance opportunities and great comradery amongst staff and students.
Karin Buckley- Parent 2019
"Metamorphoses is a coup for both BYTE and Anywhere Theatre Festival, which celebrates performances anywhere but in theatres. This is the most powerful and engaging production to fit the brief. Let’s hope we don’t need to wait until next year’s festival to experience this sort of inspired live entertainment again."
Xanthe Coward Reviewer Anywhere Theatre Festival 2018
Loved the recent play Metamorphoses!! Se exciting with the water choreography, thought provoking stories and a healthy dash of humour. Great work everyone!
Deborah Bond - Patron 2018
Went to see the afternoon showing of Legally Blonde yesterday with my daughter and friends. It was our first experience as Byte audience members. I was delighted by the professionalism of the actors and singers! We could have been in Brisbane paying a fortune to see a show but instead we witnessed perfect comedic timing, flawless synchronisation and future theatre stars all in Buderim
Laura Murphy Patron 2018
Congratulations cast and crew of Carousel - you blew me away! The talent and skill displayed was outstanding. Those voices! I booked another ticket so I could come back and see it again.
BYTE not only provides amazing training and performing opportunities for its students, but also offers the gift of high quality theatre to the Sunshine Coast community. Last night's production of Carousel has taken BYTE to a new level. The audience laughed aloud and cried - no, bawled - thanks to the hilarious and extremely moving performances by the talented young cast. Not to mention the sets, the costumes, the orchestra - BYTE is first class all the way!
Kim Forsythe Parent 2017
We are so fortunate to have BYTES local to us, our children have so much fun, have made great friends and gained so much confidence. Thank-you for all you do, you are all appreciated very much.
Belinda Choong - Parent 2017
Wow!!! Carousel last night was outstanding. Superb performances. I always have to pinch myself to remind me that these are not professionals. I have no doubt that one day though some of them will be. Funny, poignant, sad. Great singing, fabulous acting. Another job well done, BYTES.
Lindsey Buckle Clewett- Parent 2017
"I saw OLIVER on Wednesday night and would like to say how amazing and blown away I was by the entire performance! The entire cast of Oliver has truly astounded me, every person was stellar in their role. Truly a great evening of entertainment, I will be sure to return."
Debbie Lee Theatre Patron
My son has been involved in this fantastic company for 12 years!! Through that time he has grown as a performer and the confidence he has in all areas of his life is amazing. He sang the anthems for Anzac Day in front of a huge crowd with no sign of nerves when he was in Year 8!! The skills he has learnt from acting to tap dancing are amazing!! This company is a fantastic way for children to be involved in performing arts.
Julie Jeckells - Past Parent
It's always a pleasure to watch talent!! To me, BYTES is BYTES and all very deserving of support.
Vicki Holmes LITTLE WOMEN patron
"Thanks so much for giving our children the opportunities to develop their skills & to excell in performance. Really well done to everyone congrats on your successes!" Catherine Buntrock parent
"Just watched Cabaret for the first time. I loved it!
And it was an intense nostalgia trip...brought a lot of pride to what we all created. Belated thank you for the experience."
Ryan Forbes, former student and Acting Graduate at V.C.A
"Thought i just might mention that BYTES is one of the best things that ever happened to me."
Sami
" I am just home from watching Peter Pan - it was a truly gorgeous show. Yet again I am struck by how much each of you give to our young people. As a mother, and as a school counsellor, I cannot thank you enough for the work that you do. Opportunities for our children to be accepted without question, to challenge themselves, to connect with others, to build their sense of self, to express and read emotion, to have role models they admire and trust . . . . these things cannot be measured. In a world which insists our young people grow up and grow old before their time, it is these things will be their footholds as they navigate the journey to adulthood. I recommend Byte and all it represents to at least once a week to the parents I work with. As a mum, I thank my lucky stars that Alli has been fortunate enough to have you all in her life. Thank you."
warm regards Tarnya Mitchell
"Just wanted to say how much we really enjoyed Oklahoma. The cast, the singing, the dancing in fact everything was fantastic. No need to go to Brisbane we have it right here on the Sunshine Coast - what talent."
Terry & Marilyn Foreman ( Patron)
Just also wanted to say thank you for all the opportunities you give the kids. Thanks for giving up your weekend to let them perform and all the extra rehearsal time etc. It is lovely to see such dedication and love of your job and the amazing shows you put on. There are so many places that just see their performing arts schools as businesses without obviously loving to see kids develop and nurtured..thank you for what you give the theatrical kids on the coast..wish I could love accounting as much as you obviously love what you do!
Laura Obbard August 2017
THANK YOU FOR YOUR KIND WORDS, THEY ARE ALWAYS VERY MUCH APPRECIATED.