Scenes from the Climate Era – Q&A with playwright David Finnigan
To celebrate the publication of Scenes from the Climate Era, we (virtually) sat down for a Q&A with playwright David Finnigan to discuss how teachers can approach his work in the classroom. What do teachers need to keep in mind if
APT Presents a free, two-day playwriting lab with playwright, Michele Lee – NEW IDEAS, SCENES, AND A PLAGUE OF RATS
The lab will be run with care, curiosity and deep respect - there's no pressure or expectation to get things 'right', only to keep listening to what excites you as a writer and write towards that. Think of it as
Australian First Nations Retreat Participants Announced
We are very excited to introduce the playwrights heading on retreat to Bundanon for our Australian First Nations Retreat. These playwrights will attend a 10-day retreat where they'll have time to write and receive dramaturgical guidance. After the retreat, the
Australian First Nations Retreat and Development Support – EOIs NOW OPEN
ABOUT THE PROGRAM Australian Plays Transform in partnership with Ilbijerri Theatre Company, Moogahlin Performing Arts and Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company invite Australian First Nations playwrights from around Australia to submit an Expression-of-Interest, to participate in a residential writing Retreat and development
Martin-Lysicrates Prize Submissions Now Open
Supported by the Australian Writers’ Guild & Australian Plays Transform ABOUT THE MARTIN-LYSICRATES PRIZE The annual Martin-Lysicrates Prize, first award in 2017, celebrates the best new Australian writing in theatre for young people. At the heart of the Martin Lysicrates Prize are
Developing the Dramaturg – Participants Announced
We are proud to announce the dramaturgs joining our Developing the Dramaturg initiative in 2023! Developing the Dramaturg aims to increase diversity in the field of dramaturgy through a comprehensive story lab, mentorship opportunities, and placement in producing organisations. Six
Work with Us: Australian First Nations Producer Short Term Contract
Join our team as the Australian First Nations Producer and make a meaningful impact on the Australian Plays Transform (APT) program and the Australian Theatre sector. The Australian First Nations Producer is the lead role responsible for the delivery of
lutruwita Programs – Participants Announced
APT is excited to announce the participants of our lutruwita programs in 2023. These Tasmanian artists are taking part in dramaturg development and playwriting mentorships with industry leaders. Led by Creative Producer Jennifer Rani, this unique program will create space
Duologue 2023 – Recipients Announced
APT is excited to announce the recipients of Duologue 2023. The recipients will work throughout the year with leading dramaturgs to produce new works for the stage. Mararo Wangai (WA) Mararo Wangai is a Kenyan-born writer, performer and media graduate, with a
Untold Stories – Recipients Announced
APT is excited to announce the 2023 Untold Stories participants. These participants have headed on Retreat in the Kangaroo Valley and will receive ongoing support as they develop new plays in 2023. Egan Sun-Bin (QLD) Egan is a storyteller based in Meanjin
