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Hani Watson: Becoming a Paralympian

DAM: The journey to competing on the Olympic world stage is no easy feat, taking years of dedication, work and mental stamina. Hani Watson is no stranger to this, diagnosed with bilateral metaphyseal dysplasia at birth, Hani has overcome intense physical and mental barriers to find herself a 2024 Australian Paralympic Powerlifter at 41. AlsoContinue reading “Hani Watson: Becoming a Paralympian”

‘L-O-V-E’ opens at KXT, officially launching Australia’s first American-led theatre company: ‘The Americas’

BearTiger Productions in association with bAKEHOUSE Theatre Company, proudly present the launch of Australia’s only American led theatre company, The Americas. With an aim to share multifaceted stories of the U.S. experience with Australian audiences, The Americas also commits themselves to being inclusive of Diversity both onstage and behind it. And that is evident inContinue reading “‘L-O-V-E’ opens at KXT, officially launching Australia’s first American-led theatre company: ‘The Americas’”

Robyn Ross: Art, Inspiration & Painting stories beyond the surface

Interview with Artist, Robyn Ross, on her journey into an Art career, where she finds inspiration and the joy in expressing stories that go beyond the surface through her portrait work.

From Western Sydney to New York: Belvoir’s ‘Counting & Cracking’

DAM: ‘Counting & Cracking’ has made waves in Sydney and the UK, and is now set to make its debut in New York this September, supported by the same company that premiered Hamilton and Angels in America. A true feat to reach this milestone, the play came together over many years, developed first with Western SydneyContinue reading “From Western Sydney to New York: Belvoir’s ‘Counting & Cracking’”

I almost Quit Acting because of an Audition

I quit the industry for almost 2 years because of an audition. Here’s what I’ve learnt from it  today. Written by Marshall-Weishuai Yuan ~ ‘Welcome to our management’. Words every actor wants to hear. It was the summer of 2021 when I got the email from one of Sydney’s most reputable boutique agents. I wasContinue reading “I almost Quit Acting because of an Audition”

Lakshmi Bee Podcast Launch

The Australian, mother-daughter design duo behind Sustainable Fashion & Lifestyle brand – LakshmiBee, recently celebrated the upcoming launch of their new Podcast, ‘Tales & Tea with Lakshmi Bee‘. From humble beginnings creating their own clothing pieces together at home, Lakshmi & Susan Gowda have since designed multiple fashion collections, art pieces, and restoration projects –Continue reading “Lakshmi Bee Podcast Launch”

The true story behind Belvoir’s ‘Lose to Win’: Interview with Mandela Mathia

Speaking with Mandela Mathia, the voice behind ‘Lose to Win’, we talk where his creative spark ignited, the struggles within the Australian South Sudanese community & bringing his incredible backstory to life on the Belvoir stage.

Nayika (A Dancing Girl): Premiering at Belvoir St Theatre

Belvoir presents the world premiere of Nayika (A Dancing Girl), a breathtaking solo performance melding storytelling, live music and Bharatanatyam dance, made for the unique talents of Helpmann Award-winner Vaishnavi Suryaprakash (Counting and Cracking) on now until the 19th May 2024. Co-created and co-directed by Nithya Nagarajan (Assistant Director of Jungle and the Sea) andContinue reading “Nayika (A Dancing Girl): Premiering at Belvoir St Theatre”

‘For the Love of Paper’: Showcasing at KXT on Broadway this April

DAM: BCD Theatre and Culture Shock Theatrical in Association with Bakehouse Theatre presents ‘For the Love of Paper’, a new theatre show written and created by Almitra Mavalvala. Inspired by real events, the show delves into themes of love and resilience through the friendship of Amaliah and Kaveh, exploring just how far we will goContinue reading “‘For the Love of Paper’: Showcasing at KXT on Broadway this April”