Industry chats

Callan Purcell

In this episode Creative Arts Project Advisor Jackie King speaks to inspirational young actor Callan Purcell about his work as both an actor and workshop facilitator in schools. His theatre credits include working with the Frantic Assembly and performing in Australian productions of Jasper Jones, Hair, Bran Nue Dae and the upcoming hit musical Hamilton. The podcast explores post school pathways for students, Callan's career and how to enhance a Drama program through co-curricular activities.

Yve Blake

7-12 Creative Arts Project Officer Jackie King speaks with writer of the hit new Australian musical Fangirls, Yve Blake. In this podcast Yve dispels the myth of fan girls as she talks through her research, composing process and willingness to engage with schools to support student writers.

Michael Cormick

7-12 Creative Arts Project Officer Jackie King speaks with Michael Cormick about his stellar career in music theatre and how teachers can support and inspire students in the creative arts.

David Spicer

7-12 Creative Arts Project Officer Jackie King speaks with theatre producer and agent David Spicer who shares some fantastic insight and resources for staging musicals in schools.

Jay Laga'aia

7-12 Creative Arts Project Officer Jackie King speaks with Jay Laga'aia about his diverse career in music, theatre, film and television and how teachers can support and inspire students in the creative arts.

Kate Champion

The curriculum team chat with director and choreographer Kate Champion. Across her 30 year experience she has directed and choreographed productions and companies including Force Majeure dance company, Dirty Dancing, and most recently directing My Brilliant Career with Belvoir St Theatre.
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