Emerging Artists & Creative Assistants

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Since 2002, Queensland Theatre Company has engaged a number of young, talented theatre workers over an extended period through its Emerging Artists Program. They are given the opportunity to practise their craft and undertake professional development and training programs specially tailored to their individual goals.

Artists are invited to participate in the program based on their body of work and involvement in the industry. There is no formal selection process. The prospects that the Company can offer each year depend on the candidate for the program and the opportunities that are available in the season.

Our Emerging Artists Program also provides opportunities for assistant directors and designers to gain valuable industry experience working alongside our experienced creative teams on a mainstage Queensland Theatre Company production. Creative Assistants must be Brisbane based and have prior experience in their chosen field, directing or designing. This is a professional development opportunity for emerging directors and designers, and so these positions are not suitable for school leavers.

2010 Emerging Artists

Tony Brumpton, Sound Designer. During 2010 Tony is working on The Little Dog Laughed, Fat Pig, Waiting for Godot and Hurry Up and Wait!

Jason Glenwright, Lighting Designer. In 2010 Jason will work on The Little Dog Laughed, Thom Pain (based on nothing) and regional program initiatives.

Melanie Wild, Director. Melanie is Assistant Director for the 2010 tour of Toy Symphony, Let the Sunshine, Fat Pig and Assistant Dramaturg for the 2010/11 Queensland Premier’s Drama Award Finalists development.

Melanie Zanetti, Actor. Melanie performed in The Little Dog Laughed and will play multiple roles in Grimm Tales and read for Company creative development workshops.

2010 Creative Assistants

Within the Emerging Artist Program are Creative Assistant roles. Creative Assistants work on a particular production during the year and observe the professional process.