Just heard one of our Engaging Women, Malthouse Theatre Artistic Director Marion Potts is leaving Malthouse this March for a prestigious role of Director of Theatre at the Australia Council for the Arts. Under her guidance the theatre has performed … Continue reading
“Listen to be a film star is magnificent, but then to have a background of giving back like the three names I just mentioned just layers who they are.” Cheryl Cecchetto. Cheryl Cecchetto has produced, designed and directed the Academy … Continue reading
“For me, the most beautiful thing watching a show is being able to see a person’s soul. I don’t think you can hide that when you’re out on stage.” Leanne Stojmenov. Leanne Stojmenov is a mesmerising Cinderella before and … Continue reading
Nicolette Fraillon was just 12 when she set her sights on becoming a conductor. The only problem was all of her role models in the world’s orchestra pits were men. Fraillon’s dream profession was steeped in tradition and women were persona … Continue reading
“The one bit advice I give myself, in moments where you feel that encroaching sense of self-doubt is just to remember that the project is larger than yourself. The big cultural projects we all undertake in Australia are bigger than us. If … Continue reading
“The idea of inoculating kids with self-esteem is building a resistance to things like bullying and what I really see is the sign of the demons that come in their lonely moments on the internet, which really are like the … Continue reading
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard a creative friend say they’ve left their run too late to pursue their passion. Well, one name for you friends, RACHEL CASTLE. She didn’t start Castle and Things until her late … Continue reading
This is what happened when a photographer wanted to the look outside the Disney Princess obsession for some inspiration for her little girl. Jaime Moore, a photographer based in Austin, Texas took these amazing pictures for her daughter Emma’s 5th … Continue reading