STAGES with Peter Eyers

‘Whether I Took the Lead or in Character Parts’ - Actor and Vocalist; Michael-John Hurney

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Michael-John Hurney trained with the legendary Hayes Gordon and commenced his theatrical career with the rock musical Hair. An Australian tour of Okla...

‘Angel of Music’ - Soprano and The Phantom of the Opera’s ‘Christine Daaé’; Amy Manford

13 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Australian/American soprano, Amy Manford most recently performed the role of ‘Christine Daaé’ in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s original production of T...

‘Look Who’s Here!’ - Stage and Television Legend; Hazel Phillips

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hazel Phillips is an authentic entertainment legend in the Australian landscape. At the age of 92, she has achieved tremendous longevity in a career t...

’From Blitz to Glitz’ - Writer, Actor, Producer and Television Pioneer; David Sale

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

David Sale’s contributions to Australian television are supreme. Satirical comedy and episodic drama received the nation’s attention and obsession...

‘Said I to Myself - Said I’ - Opera Impresario and Godfather; Moffatt Oxenbould

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Moffatt Oxenbould’s contribution to the development of opera in Australia and Opera Australia (OA) spans a period of more than fifty years. He was A...

‘Curtain Up!’ - Stage Director/Designer and Theatre Polymath; John Senczuk

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A theatre polymath, NIDA graduate John Senczuk’s multi-award winning career spans forty years with his work seen nationally and internationally in c...

A Class Act’ - Director, Conductor, Musician and Co-Founder of the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra and Choir; Paul Dyer

09 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As Artistic Director of the Brandenburg Orchestra, Paul Dyer leads a dedicated team of musicians and support staff who bring passion and excellence to...

'Dressed For The Occasion' - 'Wigs and Wardrobe Manager' @ Opera Australia; Rebecca Ritchie

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rebecca Ritchie is Opera Australia's Wigs and Wardrobe Manager. She has been with the company since she was 19, joining as a sewer on their celebrated...

'Dancing through Life' -Actor, Creative Artist, Director, Choreographer; Leah Howard

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Leah Howard has worked extensively across the entertainment industry both as an actor and creative artist. She is a unique triple threat performer and...

You'll Never Get away From Me' - Remembering Gloria Dawn

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Gloria Dawn Evans was born in Port Melbourne on 26 February, 1929. Her father was William Evans, a ventriloquist, magician and paper-tearer known as B...

STAGES LIVE @ VIVID - 'All kinds of weather, we stick together, the same in the Rain or Sun' - Drag Royalty; Cindy Pastel (Ritchie Finger) and Miss 3D (Glenn R. Lewis)

25 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the bohemian world that is drag, few artists can lay claim to the exulted and ebullient eccentricity that is Cindy Pastel. The alter ego of perform...

STAGES LIVE @ VIVID 'Hi Darling!' - Actor, Director, Producer; Trevor Ashley

22 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trevor Ashley follows in a long line of Australian stage larrikins that include Roy Rene, Barry Humphries, Gary McDonald and Reg Livermore. These perf...

STAGES LIVE @ VIVID 'Designing Women' - Theatre and Film Costume Designers; Jennifer Irwin and Julie Lynch

18 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Art of Costume Design is a key element in the evolution of a production. The work of the Designer helps to establish the 'world of the play', the ...

"Gone Fishin'" - From Inspector Javert to Benjamin Stone; Phillip Quast - Part 2

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Philip Quast graduated from the National Institute of Dramatic Art in 1979 and began his career with State Theatre Company of South Australia debuting...

'Getting to Know You' - Theatre Titan and Teacher; Phillip Quast - Part 1

12 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Philip Quast graduated from the National Institute of Dramatic Art in 1979 and began his career with State Theatre Company of South Australia debuting...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT - Conversations Revisited; 'It's TONY Time!' - Tony Sheldon from November 29th, 2018

11 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With episodes nearing 300 in the STAGES archive, it's time to revisit conversations featured in our previous seasons. STAGES spotlights such episodes,...

'What's New Pussycat?' - Chanteuse, Actor and Post-post- modern Diva; Meow Meow

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Post-post-modern diva Meow Meow has hypnotised, inspired, and terrified audiences globally with unique creations and sell-out seasons from New York's ...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT - Conversations Revisited; Broadway and West End Star, Ruthie Henshall - from June, 2019

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With episodes nearing 300 in the STAGES archive, it's time to revisit conversations featured in our previous seasons. STAGES spotlights such episodes,...

'The Main Event' - Event and Festival Pioneer; Johnny Allen

08 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Johnny Allen is a seminal figure in alternative arts and culture in Australia, and a recognised pioneer of the event industry, often referred to as th...

STAGES LIVE @ VIVID 'Swinging from the Chandelier' - Director/CEO Global Creatures and Executive Producer Moulin Rouge; Carmen Pavlovic

04 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Carmen Pavlovic is the CEO of Global Creatures, an Australian live entertainment company which she founded with Gerry Ryan OAM. Global Creatures creat...

'Whatever the boat I row, you row, a duo' - Performers, Producers and Partners; Wayne and Katie Kermond

01 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne and Katie Kermond continue the line of an illustrious show business dynasty of performers and theatre-makers. Wayne is the fourth generation of ...

'Together Wherever We Go' - An Entertainment Dynasty; Warren and Pam Kermond

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Warren and Pam Kermond belong to a dynasty of performers who have made an indelible mark on the performing arts in Australia and abroad, in a range of...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT - Conversations Revisited; Caroline O'Connor from January, 2019

21 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With episodes nearing 300 in the STAGES archive, it's time to revisit conversations featured in our previous seasons. STAGES spotlights such episodes,...

'A Man for all Seasons' - Director, Composer, Pianist, Actor, Musical Director, Dramaturg and Teacher; Terence Clarke Returns

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Terence Clarke was the guest of STAGES in series 3. A jack of all theatrical trades, our conversation found a focus on his career as a Composer of suc...

'Anyone Can Whistle' - Theatre Director & Disability Advocate; Dan Graham

11 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dan Graham is a Theatre Director and a Disability Advocate with a particular interest in access support for neuro-diverse performing artists. Dan hims...

'Take Me Out to the Ball Game' - Actor; Tim Wright

30 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tim Wright grew up in Albany, WA. He studied at the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts. He is presently performing on Broadway in the revival ...

'Big Sister' - Actor/Director/Writer; Kenneth Moraleda

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kenneth Moraleda is an actor/director/writer/producer of Filipino descent. He started training at Australian Theatre for Young People before being acc...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT - Conversations Revisited: Geraldine Turner - from April, 2018

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With episodes nearing 300 in the STAGES archive, it's time to revisit conversations featured in our previous seasons. STAGES spotlights such episodes,...

'Working 9 to 5' - Multitalented Entertainer; Casey Donovan

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Casey Donovan is one of Australia's most versatile Entertainers. After a meteoric rise to fame at the age of sixteen, Casey became the youngest ever w...

'Dancing on the Ceiling' - Dancer, Director, Choreographer; Meryl Tankard

09 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Internationally acclaimed for the emotional punch packed into her bold choreography, Meryl Tankard is one of Australia's finest contemporary artists. ...

'Together at Last' - Actor, Singer, Teacher - Sally Bourne

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sally Bourne's career began at the age of 12 when she was cast in the title role in the original Australian production of the musical Annie. A role th...

'New Ways To Dream' - Actor, Writer, Director, Theatre Maker; Terence O'Connell

02 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Terence O'Connell took his first steps towards a life in the theatre as dresser to the male chorus in J.C. Williamson's celebrated production of Funny...

'Some Enchanted Evening' - Actor, Showman and Theatre Restaurant Impresario; John Newman

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

John Newman is the savvy entrepreneur who pioneered the glory of theatre restaurant in Australia, with the establishment of the iconic Tikki & John's ...

'Back On The Boards' - Entertainer and Musical Theatre Leading Man; Dale Burridge

26 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dale Burridge is one of Australia's most successful concert and corporate entertainers having starred in numerous musicals, concerts and corporate eve...

'Softly, Deftly, Music Shall Surround You' - Conductor, Orchestrator, Musical Director and Musical Supervisor; Guy Simpson

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Guy Simpson has been working as a Conductor, Orchestrator, Musical Director and Musical Supervisor for over 40 years. He is currently Musical Supervis...

'Everything in Life has a Purpose' - Opera Singer and pioneering Singer's Agent; Jenifer Eddy

19 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For over three decades, the name of Jenifer Eddy was foremost in the Australian opera scene as the major Artist Manager. Her stable of artists became ...

'The Party of a Lifetime' - Musical Theatre Veteran, Geraldene Morrow

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A respected and adored veteran of the Australian theatre, Geraldene Morrow began her professional career at the age of 16 as a dancer in the Bobby Lim...

'To the New Chandelier!' - Director; Simon Phillips

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Simon Phillips began his career in New Zealand before emigrating to Australia in 1984 to take up a position as lecturer and director at the West Austr...

'Tripping the Light Fantastic' - Lighting & Set Designer; Nick Schlieper

05 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Schlieper has designed lighting for all of the major performing companies in Australia and works regularly in Europe and the U.S. Recent engageme...

'The End of Winter' - Anatomy of a Production

04 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

During February, the Siren Theatre Company presented Kate Gaul's bewitching production of The End of Winter - a performance essay by Noelle Janaczewsk...

'Everybody Dance Now!' - Music Promoter, Producer and DJ, Dan Murphy

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

DJ Dan Murphy has followed a passion to create avenues for people to enjoy music. He writes and produces music and music videos. He is best known thou...

The STAGES Podcast - Season 5 - We're Back!

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The STAGES podcast enters it's 5th year in 2022. A host of great guests is guaranteed! Tune in weekly with host Peter Eyers as he celebrates creative ...

'A Stages Christmas' - Final episode of Season 4

23 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The STAGES podcast now arrives at the final episode of Season 4 - a Christmas themed addition featuring Geraldine Turner and Kate Fitzpatrick. It's be...

'You're Not Wrong Narelle!' - Actor, Comedienne and National Treasure; Noeline Brown - Part 2

22 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Noeline Brown is a National Treasure. A beloved star of stage and screen, Noeline first gained notice for her comedic skills in the brilliant Phillip ...

'There's Magic Happening in There!' - Actor, Comedienne and National Treasure; Noeline Brown - Part 1

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Noeline Brown is a National Treasure. A beloved star of stage and screen, Noeline first gained notice for her comedic skills in the brilliant Phillip ...

'An American, in Paris, in Australia' - New York City Ballet Principal & Broadway Leading Man, Robbie Fairchild

16 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Fairchild began dancing at the age of four in Salt Lake City. He began his training at the School of American Ballet at the age of 15 and short...

'Happy Talk' - Actor, Singer, Painter; Katrina Retallick

15 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Katrina Retallick is one of Australia's foremost leading ladies with an ever-growing list of theatre, film and television credits to her name. She gre...

'Ten Miles From Bergamo' - Celebrated Actor and Co-Creator of The Wharf Revue, Drew Forsythe

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Drew Forsythe first appeared on stage in Sydney over 40 years ago. He grew up in far north Queensland and his prolific career on film, stage, and tele...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT: CONVERSATIONS REVISITED - DONNA LEE from June 14th, 2018

11 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With over 230 episodes in the STAGES archive, it's time to revisit conversations featured in previous seasons. STAGES spotlights such episodes, in cas...

'The Prince of Polyester' - Journalist, Comedian, Actor and Broadcaster; Mark Trevorrow (aka Bob Downe)

08 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

One of Australia's most loved and enduring comedy characters, Bob Downe is the creation of journalist, comedian, actor and broadcaster Mark Trevorrow....

'Been a Long Day' - Musical Theatre Stalwart; Meredith O'Reilly

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Meredith O'Reilly has been an entertainer for over 35 years. A popular and reliable ensemble member, and supporting player, her theatrical highlights ...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT: CONVERSATIONS REVISITED - GRAEME BROWNING/MITZI MACINTOSH from May 31st 2018

04 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With over 230 episodes in the STAGES archive, it's time to revisit conversations featured in previous seasons. STAGES spotlights such episodes, in cas...

'The Art of Making Art' - Artistic Director, Queensland Theatre Company; Lee Lewis

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lee Lewis commenced her career as an actor, training at Columbia University in New York. Her performance resumes includes work on and off-Broadway. Up...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT: CONVERSATIONS REVISITED - JOHN FROST from March 26th, 2020

27 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With over 230 episodes in the STAGES archive, it's time to revisit conversations featured in previous seasons. STAGES spotlights such episodes, in cas...

'A Right Royal Occasion' - CEO of the Theatre Royal, & Director/Co-Owner GWB Entertainment -Torben Brookman

24 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

December 2nd, will see the glorious Theatre Royal open its doors once again to usher its audience into a refreshed cultural haven. Regarded as the cit...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT: CONVERSATIONS REVISITED - MARK MORRISSEY from August 29th, 2019

20 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With over 230 episodes in the STAGES archive, it's time to revisit conversations featured in previous seasons. STAGES spotlights such episodes, in cas...

'From There to Eternity' - Founding CEO and Emeritus Artistic Director of The Darlinghurst Theatre Company, Glenn Terry

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Darlinghurst Theatre Company recently unveiled a new two-pronged leadership team with current Co-Artistic Director Amylia Harris promoted as sole Arti...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT: CONVERSATIONS REVISITED - KEVIN JACKSON from June 28th, 2018

13 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With over 230 episodes in the STAGES archive, it's time to revisit conversations featured in previous seasons. STAGES spotlights such episodes, in cas...

'Making Theatre For Young People' - Monkey Baa Artistic Director, Eva Di Cesare

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Eva Di Cesare graduated from Victorian College of the Arts in 1989. She is a founding member of Monkey Baa Theatre for Young People, established in 19...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT: CONVERSATIONS REVISITED - KATE GAUL from August 23rd, 2018

06 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With over 230 episodes in the STAGES archive, it's time to revisit conversations featured in previous seasons. STAGES spotlights such episodes, in cas...

'The Talent Box' - Talent Agent/Manager, Sonya Marturano

03 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sonya Marturano has been a leading actor's Agent/Manager for over 20 years. She began her career at Kids Casting Agency in 1997 where she worked for 3...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT: CONVERSATIONS REVISITED - JANET HOLMES À COURT from November 21st, 2019

30 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With over 230 episodes in the STAGES archive, it's time to revisit conversations featured in previous seasons. STAGES spotlights such episodes, in cas...

'Ash Magic' - Magician and Tik Tok Sensation, Ash Hodgkinson

27 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ash Hodgkinson fell in love with magic and started busking in the streets of Sydney when he was just eleven years old. Magic became a passion that ope...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT: CONVERSATIONS REVISITED - JAN RUSS from May 9th, 2019

23 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With over 230 episodes in the STAGES archive, it's time to revisit conversations featured in previous seasons. STAGES showcases such episodes in case ...

"Think of Musical Comedy-the most glorious words in the English language!" - Music Theatre International Managing Director: Australasia, Stuart Hendricks

20 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Putting on a show is one of life's great joys. The process creates community, cultivates creativity and brings live performance to audiences who crave...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT: CONVERSATIONS REVISITED - TONI LAMOND from April 19th, 2018 - STAGES inaugural episode

16 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The legendary Toni Lamond requires no introduction. She is synonymous with Australian Entertainment having made her mark across all genres; television...

'My Life is Music, Music is my Life' - Music Royalty, Marcia Hines

13 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Marcia Hines is an iconic presence in Australian entertainment. She is beloved by colleagues and audiences on the concert stage, television and theatr...

'Back to Broadway' - Two-Time Tony Award Winner, Impresario John Frost

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Broadway is back! A swag of productions that were forced into an extended hiatus, upstaged by Covid, are back in theatres on the Great White Way. The ...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT: CONVERSATIONS REVISITED - BUNTY TURNER - Released October 24th, 2019

18 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During our second season, STAGES was delighted to connect with Australia's original Eliza Doolittle, Bunty Turner. In 1950's Australia the Original Ca...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT: CONVERSATIONS REVISITED - PAUL SALIBA - Released May 17th, 2018

15 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Saliba has been described as 'a man of fire'. His dance and choreographic work radiates a sense of energy, light and warmth. The man himself is e...

STAGES SPOTLIGHT: CONVERSATIONS REVISITED - ROBERT LOVE - Released March 5th, 2020

11 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Love recently completed two decades as the Director of the City of Parramatta's Riverside Theatres. It was a role he relished; overseeing one o...

'Good News!' - Journalist and Newsreader, Bruce Roberts

08 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce Roberts is a welcome presence in households around the country. As the genial Newsreader for WIN News, he has anchored more than 18,000 primetim...

'Dancing Through Life' - Director and Choreographer, Amy Campbell

04 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Amy Campbell is one of Australia's most accomplished dance talents with a career spanning all areas of the entertainment industry. Her extensive list ...

'The Producer' - Peter Cousens, Part 3

01 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Peter Cousens name is synonymous with the musical theatre in Australia. His contributions are many - as a leading man, producer and passionate advocat...

'The Leading Man' - Peter Cousens, Part 2

28 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Peter Cousens is a graduate of the National Institute of Dramatic Art and has carved a career as an actor, singer, producer, director, teacher and fil...

'The Actor' - Peter Cousens, Part 1

25 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Peter Cousens' name is synonymous with the musical theatre in Australia. His contributions are many - as a leading man, producer and passionate advoca...

'Make Someone Happy' - Arts Advocate and Actor, Jonathan Mill

21 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jonathan Mill is a gregarious presence who guarantees good work, and a giggle. His career as an actor has been paralleled with a committed support of ...

'Angel of Music' - Musical Director & Accompanist, Bev Kennedy

18 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bev Kennedy is generally regarded as one of Australia's leading Musical Directors & accompanists, having worked on over 40 professional productions. S...

'Funny Boy' - Stand-Up Comedian & Creative Producer, Mr. Henry Moss

14 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Henry Moss is a queer stand-up comedian. His comedy cabaret QUADRUPLE THRE4T was nominated for Best Comedy at 2019 Brighton Fringe and was a Reviews H...

'It's a Fine Life!' - Actor, Anthony Phelan

11 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Anthony Phelan grew up in Northern Queensland, and has enjoyed a varied career across film, television and theatre. Screen projects include Wanted Ser...

'High Flying Adored' - Musical Theatre Actor, Yvette Robinson

07 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Yvette Robinson trained at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts. She has carved an exciting career in musical theatre roles in Australia,...

'The Doll's House' - Operatic Soprano, Jessica Pratt

04 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hailed by the New York Times as a soprano of "gleaming sound, free and easy high notes, agile coloratura runs and lyrical grace," Jessica Pratt is con...

'Welcome Aboard!' - Front-of-House Manager, The Ensemble Theatre; James Birch

31 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A visit to the the Ensemble Theatre in Sydney's Kirribilli is generally greeted by the genial presence of James Birch. Either welcoming you into the a...

'Flash, Bang, Wallop, What a Picture!' - Production Photographer and Actor, David Hooley

28 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

David Hooley is a graduate of the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts and the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. His theatre credits include S...

'Make My Song Take Flight' - Actor/Singer, Josh Piterman

24 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Piterman grew up with a love of sport, playing AFL and Tennis. He might have pursued excellence in these arenas but instead his passion for enter...

'You shall go to the Ball!' - Actor, Tina Bursill

23 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrated actress Tina Bursill's outstanding career spans decades, with a substantial body of work which has brought to life some of Australia's best...

'New Ways To Dream' - Actor and Producer, Australian Theatre Live - Grant Dodwell

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Grant Dodwell is an actor, writer and producer with over 40 years' experience in theatre, film and television. Trained at NIDA, he is perhaps best kno...

'The Best Of All Possible Worlds!' - Theatre-maker, Thespian and Artistic Director of State Theatre Company South Australia, Mitchell Butel

17 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mitchell Butel became interested in theatre as a child after seeing the musical Song and Dance and later The Little Shop of Horrors. He attended the U...

'Of Thee I Sing' - Performer and Singing Teacher, Peter Bodnar

14 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Peter Bodnar is a singing teacher based in Sydney, Australia. He trains professional singers in the music theatre and classical performing arts indust...

'Hear Me Roar' - Vanguard Actor, Barbara Stephens

10 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Barbara Stephens is amongst a group of Australian actors who were part of the 1970s 'Australian Renaissance'. They were the trail-blazers who worked f...

'This Fabulous Lady!' - Stage and Screen Favourite, Amanda Muggleton

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Amanda Muggleton is a British-born actor who emigrated to Australia in 1974. She trained at London's Guildhall School of Music and Drama and the Royal...

'Making the ordinary 'Extraordinary'' - Teacher, Director and Theatre Scholar, Tony Knight

03 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tony Knight was educated at Sydney Grammar School and trained at the Drama Centre London. He has considerable knowledge, experience and expertise as a...

'If Someone stood up in a Crowd' - Musical Theatre Stalwart, Rodney Dobson

30 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rodney Dobson was born in Wonthaggi, South Gippsland. His family moved to Perth when he was ten. Sport was his passion growing up but in his late teen...

'And that's the Revolutionary Costume for today' - Custodian of Costumes, Lucetta Stapleton

23 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The theatre costume is an essential element of production. It is a 'skin' creatively considered and crafted to complete character. Conceived by the de...

'You, I Like!' - Actor, Simon Maiden

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Simon Maiden was born in Ballarat. He is a graduate of the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) and has appeared in the feature films...

'And it is, it is a Glorious Thing' - Performer, Pianist and Producer, Simon Gallaher - Part 2

12 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Simon Gallaher is not only one of Australia's leading musical theatre performers, he is loved by Australian audiences as a television star, concert pe...

'I Love a Piano' - Performer, Pianist and Producer, Simon Gallaher - Part 1

09 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Simon Gallaher is not only one of Australia's leading musical theatre performers, he is loved by Australian audiences as a television star, concert pe...

'And All That Jazz!' - CHICAGO at 40, Nancye Hayes and Geraldine Turner

05 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On June 6th, 1981, audiences were given access to the Australian premiere of Kander & Ebb's masterpiece CHICAGO - A Musical Vaudeville. The production...

'Open a New Window' - Writer, Director, Actor - Sheridan Harbridge

02 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sheridan Harbridge is a director, actor and author of plays and musical works. She authored the acclaimed musical Songs For the Fallen, which won Best...

'Everything about it is Appealing' - Musical Theatre Performer, Director and Creative, Martin Croft

29 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Martin Croft started his professional career at the age of 17 with appearances on Melbourne TV. Initially trained as a classical singer, his first maj...