Theatre Network NSW’s ‘NSW State of Theatre Address 2018’ Written by Suzie Miller, Playwright. Produced by Theatre Network NSW. Prepared thanks to all participants in and attendees of the NSW Theatre Gathering 2018 at Darlinghurst Theatre Company’s Eternity Playhouse on Thursday, 1st November 2018. “It’s 2025. I’m a visitor to NSW from beyond. I’ve heard about this … Read More
Inspiration
Our arts industry combined impact – participate here
What does the NSW arts industry look like?As part of the NSW Arts Industries collective approach to research and advocacy, Theatre Network NSW is proud to share this survey with you. The data from this survey will be used, in conjunction with other research, as part of a joint sector statement. You may well receive … Read More
Periphery – a weekend workshop with Lieder Theatre & Teatr Brama
Periphery – Exploring the role of theatre as a tool for change hosted by the Lieder Theatre in Goulburn with special guest Teatr Brama from Poland Guests – Teatr Brama Hailing from Goleniow, Poland, Teatr Brama are expert practitioners of Social Community Theatre. They revolutionise the relationship between audience and theatre by utilising performance to create a … Read More
What has been on our minds? Responses from Theatre Network NSW’s March 2018 survey
What has been on our minds? Here is a summary of the responses from Theatre Network NSW’s March 2018 survey What has put a smile on our faces? Being buoyed by creative growth (artistic and professional) was cited by over half of the respondents as putting a smile on their faces. The other major reason for … Read More
NOW Australia – #thetimeisnow
TNN is proud to promote NOW Australia and encourages everyone in our sector to support this industry-led initiative. A critical part of TNN’s role is to empower and enable our sector – the NSW theatre sector and all who work across it – to feel safe and confident wherever they work. IT STARTED WITH A … Read More
Walk Now shares its story
Sam Cosentino, Producer/Director/Writer, wrote a short article for Theatre Network NSW on developing his company ‘Walk Now Productions’ and its upcoming show ‘My Carer’. By sharing some of Walk Now’s story TNN hopes it will provide ideas and inspiration for others working hard in the independent theatre sector of Australia. ‘My Carer’ is a deeply … Read More
Griffin Award
2018 GRIFFIN AWARD IS NOW OPEN! The prestigious Griffin Award recognises an outstanding play or performance text that displays an authentic, inventive and contemporary Australian voice, with the winner receiving a $10,000 prize. Now in its 21st year, the Award has a long history of recognising new talent and cementing the careers of Australian writers and … Read More
Beyond Tick Boxes Update from DAA
Diversity Arts Australia recently shared a 2-minute round-up of their 2017 Beyond Tick Boxes event with some important ideas that our sector needs to carry forward. A key idea for TNN from the round-up is that diversity begets sustainability and the theatre sector is a critical player in telling the stories of diversity in our … Read More
#wecandobetter
‘How Can The Show Go On’ Performing Arts & Screen Wellbeing Summit was held on Monday 13th November at The Studio, Sydney Opera House A PDF copy of the program from the summit can be viewed or downloaded here Organised by the NSW Performing Arts and Screen Wellbeing Working Group and produced by Theatre Network NSW, … Read More
UK Arts organisations stand firm against sexual harassment
TNN thought it would share with you an impressive stance from UK theatre and arts organisations that would be a step in the right direction for our own arts industry in Australia. In 2016 and more recently MEAA has spoken out about sexual harassment in media companies ‘MEAA is concerned and deeply frustrated that media … Read More