Developing the Dramaturg increases diversity in the field of dramaturgy.
Developing the Dramaturg actively expands the range of stories and perspectives brought to Australian stages, fostering a more inclusive and dynamic community of dramaturgs. The program provides skills development workshops (Story Lab), one-on-one mentorship, career pathway planning and paid placements with producing organisations to dramaturgs identifying as as First Nations, CaLD and/or People of Colour.
“As the Australian theatre industry rapidly moves towards more complex stories, the need for dramaturgs is becoming blatantly obvious. The relationship between a playwright and a dramaturg is a vital one as it is that collaboration that opens and deepens a story exponentially.” — Ayah Tayeh, Developing the Dramaturg Participant
Apply for the 2025 Program
APPLICATION PERIOD: February 28 – March 23, 2025
PROGRAM DATES: May – October, 2025
INFORMATION SESSION: 6pm AEDT, Wednesday March 12, 2025
ELIGIBILITY: Open to New South Wales based dramaturgs identifying as First Nations, CaLD, People of Colour
In 2025 the program will focus on NSW based dramaturgs with placements available through partner organisations Moogahlin Performing Arts, Belvoir Theatre Company, Merrigong Theatre Company, Griffin Theatre Company and the National Theatre of Parramatta as well as APT. Developing the Dramaturg participants will gain a deeper understanding of dramaturgy, the role a dramaturg plays across the Australian theatre landscape and stronger connections with their Placement Company, Mentor and network of Peers.
The programs components include:
Story Lab
Mentorship
Participants will have the opportunity to work with a mentor in a one-on-one setting. Mentors will provide feedback on participants’ work, offer guidance on career development, and share their own experiences working in the field.
Paid Placement with Partner Companies
Participants will have a paid placement within one of our Partner Companies facilitated and organised by APT and the Producing company. Each placement will look different but is the equivalent of 4 weeks full-time.
Post-placement Digital Story Lab
After the placement, participants will attend a one-day digital story lab to debrief and share their experiences with their peers and mentors.
Career Pathway Planning
The program ends with an APT-hosted debrief and career pathway planning session, where participants can reflect on their experience in the program and plan for their future career goals.
For more information, visit the application portal or register to join the information session on Wednesday, March 12 here.
Developing the Dramaturg is supported by the NSW Government through Create NSW.
