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Vince Cairncross – Bankstown Theatre Company

Vince Cairncross – Bankstown Theatre Company

Vince joined the Bankstown Theatre Company in 1981. His first show was in the ensemble of Brigadoon…

In the Spotlight: Vince Cairncross – Bankstown Theatre Company.

Vince joined the Bankstown Theatre Company in 1981, making his debut in the ensemble of Brigadoon. When the company painted their own sets for the first time during Hello, Dolly!, Vince eagerly volunteered to help — a sign of the dedication he would show for decades to come.

Since then, Vince has painted and helped build sets for over 75 productions, earning admiration for his skill, including his remarkable ability to paint large backdrops with perfect perspective by crawling around on hands and knees.

Moments that Matter


Did You Know? 🪄

  • Set Painter Extraordinaire: Vince has painted and built sets for more than 75 productions.
  • Perspective Master: Known for his talent in painting huge backdrops with perfect perspective.
  • Onstage Presence: Has acted in over 60 productions, including Alfred Doolittle (My Fair Lady), Mr. MacAfee (Bye Bye Birdie), and Wal Monihan (Hotel Sorrento).

A Lasting Legacy 🎖️

Vince’s passion for theatre has made him the backbone of Bankstown Theatre Company for over 40 years. His dual talents — from painting magnificent sets to bringing memorable characters to life on stage — have enriched every corner of the company.

In the Spotlight: Vince Cairncross – Bankstown Theatre Company.

Vince joined the Bankstown Theatre Company in 1981, making his debut in the ensemble of Brigadoon. When the company painted their own sets for the first time during Hello, Dolly!, Vince eagerly volunteered to help — a sign of the dedication he would show for decades to come.

Since then, Vince has painted and helped build sets for over 75 productions, earning admiration for his skill, including his remarkable ability to paint large backdrops with perfect perspective by crawling around on hands and knees.

Moments that Matter


Did You Know? 🪄

  • Set Painter Extraordinaire: Vince has painted and built sets for more than 75 productions.
  • Perspective Master: Known for his talent in painting huge backdrops with perfect perspective.
  • Onstage Presence: Has acted in over 60 productions, including Alfred Doolittle (My Fair Lady), Mr. MacAfee (Bye Bye Birdie), and Wal Monihan (Hotel Sorrento).

A Lasting Legacy 🎖️

Vince’s passion for theatre has made him the backbone of Bankstown Theatre Company for over 40 years. His dual talents — from painting magnificent sets to bringing memorable characters to life on stage — have enriched every corner of the company.

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