2025 will see our team touring to Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Northern Territory. We anticipate it being one of our biggest years yet; and we’re only getting started.
Our primary focus over the past few years is bringing quality educational live theatre experiences to rural and remote regions of Australia. We have been achieving that and more – engaging young people in these communities and having the privilege to perform for them (often times their first experience with theatre).
2023 saw our team complete a mammoth set of shows; our audience reach nation-wide hit 60,000. We could not be more proud of the work we are blessed to do and passionate to continue doing for years to come.
In 2021, Mashed Films partnered up with Griffith Film School, Kolperi Outback Filmmaking and Continuance Pictures with a mutual goal to create original Australian cinematic stories.
In 2021 we filmed two proof of concepts (Banshee’s Ridge & Dunny Derby), a colonial horror film and an outback aussie comedy.
In 2023 Banshee’s Ridge saw selections in 8 film festivals internationally, and Dunny Derby saw selections in Sundance & South by South West, taking out Audience Award at the Vision Splendid Film Festival.
In September of 2023 Mashed Films, alongside their affiliates and partners, went into production for the feature film Dunny Derby: Legend of Derek Dallas & The Underbogs.
In 2021, Mashed Films partnered up with Griffith Film School, Kolperi Outback Filmmaking and Continuance Pictures with a mutual goal to create original Australian cinematic stories.
In 2021 we filmed two proof of concepts (Banshee’s Ridge & Dunny Derby), a colonial horror film and an outback aussie comedy.
In 2023 Banshee’s Ridge saw selections in 8 film festivals internationally, and Dunny Derby saw selections in Sundance & South by South West, taking out Audience Award at the Vision Splendid Film Festival.
In September of 2023 Mashed Films, alongside their affiliates and partners, went into production for the feature film Dunny Derby: Legend of Derek Dallas & The Underbogs.
Founder & Artistic Director
Matthew Caffoe is an accomplished Queensland artist, actor, director, producer, writer, and the Founder and Artistic Director of Mashed Theatre Inc. He graduated with a Bachelor of Theatre Arts, majoring in Acting, from the University of Southern Queensland in 2009. Since then, he has built a diverse career in theatre, voice-over, and arts education both nationally and internationally.
In 2016, Matthew launched Mashed Theatre, aiming to make live theatre more accessible to regional and remote communities. He has written 13 plays that have toured professionally, engaging educators and students across Australia with his unique approach to writing, performing, and devising. His work has been particularly impactful in rural areas, bringing performances to students who might not otherwise have the opportunity to experience live theatre.
Matthew’s contributions extend to film, where he has taken on multiple roles. He is known for his work on the multiple award winning “Banshees Ridge” (2023), a short film in which he served as writer, producer, and actor, portraying the character Redford. Additionally, he is involved in “Dunny Derby – The Legend of Derek Dallas & The Underbogs,” both the 2024 short film and its upcoming sequel, contributing as writer, producer, and actor in the role of Derek Dallas. In the same year Matthew Caffoe starred in upcoming feature film “Dusk”, an atmospheric horror set in Australia, playing the character of Muldoon.
Through Mashed Theatre & Films, Matthew offers screen acting and masterclasses for young people & adults alike, sharing his industry experience to train aspiring actors in commercial, cinematic and theatrical works. His dedication to arts education is evident in his efforts to mentor and develop emerging talent.
Matthew’s passion for the arts and commitment to education, as well as his run and gun approach to theatre and filmmaking have made him a respected figure in the Australian theatre and film industry. His work continues to inspire and provide opportunities for individuals in both urban and remote communities.
Sarah McNally is a talented and versatile performer whose passion for storytelling shines both onstage and in classrooms. A graduate of the inaugural Bachelor of Acting program at Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University in 2020, Sarah has built an impressive career across a range of theatrical styles. She has tackled Shakespearean classics such as The Comedy of Errors (Apt.13 Productions, Winner of the Emerging Theatre Makers Anywhere Award 2021) and collaborated on innovative new works like An Exact Point in Time (devised with Claire Christian, 2019).
Since joining Mashed Theatre & Films in 2023, Sarah has become an integral part of the team, bringing her dynamic energy and adaptability to the company’s impactful productions. In 2024, she performed over 200 shows across Australia, engaging thousands of students and educators. Her ability to blend professional artistry with educational storytelling has made her an invaluable asset to Mashed Theatre & Films, enriching every performance with creativity, depth, and connection.
Touring Company Actor
Tyrone Crowe is a dynamic performer and storyteller with a flair for meaningful and innovative theatre. In high school, he wrote, directed, and performed in an original play exploring social anxiety in teens. While studying at Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University, Tyrone helped produce and perform in the university’s 2024 production of Almost, Maine, uniquely staged at the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium.
After graduating in 2022, Tyrone toured Australia’s eastern coast with Gibber Educational Theatre, honing his skills in engaging diverse school audiences. Joining Mashed Theatre & Films in 2025, Tyrone brings invaluable experience in educational theatre, seamlessly blending curriculum-aligned content with captivating performances that inspire students and educators alike.
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