APT is creating space and opportunity for playwrights to be at their best as they tell the stories of our rapidly changing world. This means seeking new voices for new times, developing plays that reflect our unfolding national story, linking them to production, publishing them, promoting them, and licensing them for future productions here and globally.
APT believes in a theatre culture that is responsible and responsive to the world in which we live. Right now, the world is in flux. Massive global shifts are happening and we are seeing the collective potential for seismic and long-term change. We believe theatre plays a vital role in articulating and shaping this change for good.
APT believes in a world made more just, curious and enjoyable by Australian plays. Help us make this dream a reality.
Why donate?
The Australian theatre faces deep uncertainty. What we do know for certain though is that:
- there is a swelling desire for new work (an existing trend boosted by the pandemic);
- these shifting times require daring Australian stories that are told by a plurality of voices;
- there is a burning need for a national body that extends resources to many, building the sustainability of our theatre companies, championing playwrights, and rejuvenating our cultural landscape.
This is where APT comes in. For the first time, a national organisation will travel with playwrights through the entire life cycle of a work – from the earliest spark of an idea, to development, to pathways to production, to publication, licensing and out into the world. This long arc of connection will generate:
- inspiration for fresh voices, encouraged by the potential of long-term outcomes.
- engagement with experienced playwrights, through the improved capacity for career continuity and development.
- dexterity for those in charge of publication and licensing, for they will be directly attuned to how the play has come about.
- a new sense of cogency around the life story of new plays, giving them the best chance of profound impact as narratives for the nation, and for the world.
APT has a critical role to play in the future of Australian playwriting. We will be a principal instrument of transformation and better representation, creating space and opportunity for playwrights to be at their best.
We want the world to be the stage for Australian playwrights.
Please consider making a tax-deductible donation so we can make this happen. Every dollar makes a difference.
If you are interested in supporting APT through a large gift or bequest or would like to discuss how your donation can contribute to APT’s specific programs, please contact Executive Producer, Erin Taylor, at erin@apt.org.au.