Syrus Lowe is a leader in corporate role play, having worked in the industry for over twenty years for some of the top companies. He has delivered hundreds of hours of role play in the UK and worldwide. This session will introduce you to the wo

A Day in the Life of Music Theatre with Stephen Mahy, Shewit Belay, Julian Kuo and Ashton Lash

Jun 4th, 2024 1h

There are so many hugely important roles in the world of musical theatre that help bring top productions to life and provide wonderful and rewarding careers for performers. If you are pursuing a career in musical theatre, do you know what it ta

In Conversation with theatre producer Michael Cassel and Erin James

Jun 3rd, 2024 1h

This is a rare chance to hear from leading theatrical producer Michael Cassel, who has brought many of Australia's most successful theatre productions to life including Hamilton, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Beautiful: The Carole King Mus

In Conversation with "Virgin River" Writer Ildiko Susany and Clare Chihambakwe

May 7th, 2024 1h 1m

Actor and Equity member Clare Chihambakwe chats to Vancouver-based Australian actor and writer Ildiko Susany. Ildiko is currently a staff writer on Netflix's hit Virgin River and has written episodes in seasons 5 & 6. As an actor, Ildiko has a

Voice Over Essentials with Abbe Holmes

Apr 15th, 2024 1h 31m

A basic intro for the experienced actor who needs to know what you need to do to move into the broad world of voiceover. Abbe Holmes is one of Australia's most recognized mainstream voice actors and will give you the essential steps to to get y

Marketing Material for Actors with Kym Jackson

Apr 15th, 2024 2h

As the first point of contact with a potential employer, your marketing materials are an extension of yourself and an indication of your level of professionalism. Kym Jackson (This Is Us, S.W.A.T., N.C.I.S., The Secrets She Keeps) will give you

Casting Director Daisy Hicks in Conversation with Monica Sayers

Mar 7th, 2024 54m 33s

An opportunity for casting director Daisy Hicks to talk candidly with Equity member Monica Sayers about the actor and casting director relationship, offer advice about the audition process and answer any queries you may have.

Oscar Nominated Hairstylist Camille Friend in Conversation with Cessalee Stovall

Dec 5th, 2023 1h 4m

This is a chance to hear from esteemed US hair designer Camille Friend as she chats to actor and activist Cessalee Stovall about her work on major Hollywood productions over the last 25 years and her passion for bringing cultural authenticity t

A Conversation with producer Helen Bowden and actor Helen Dallimore

Nov 13th, 2023 1h

Equity member Helen Dallimore talks to producer Helen Bowden from Lingo Pictures (Upright, The Messenger, The Secret She Keeps) about the actor/producer relationship, the current screen landscape, what goes on behind the scenes of a screen prod

Casting Director Amanda Mitchell in Conversation with Glenn Hazeldine

Nov 9th, 2023 59m 22s

An opportunity for casting director Amanda Mitchell (Heartbreak High, Totally Completely Fine, La Brea, Young Rock) to talk candidly to actor and NSW Equity President Glenn Hazeldine about the actor and casting director relationship.

Creating a Cabaret with Aurélie Roque and Asabi Goodman

Oct 11th, 2023 58m 59s

A chance to delve into the art of putting on a cabaret. Performer and QLD Equity President Asabi Goodman talks to cabaret artist Aurélie Roque about forming a concept, stagecraft, lighting design and budgeting: An A to Z guide on cabaret creati

Making a Living as an Actor in Australia with Kym Jackson

Sep 27th, 2023 1h 47m

So many projects are now filming in Australia. Aussie actors can finally make a decent living and build a career internationally without leaving home. Learn how to get started, put your materials together, assess representation, where to find u

In Conversation: Actor and Agent Relationship with Catherine Poulton

Jul 27th, 2023 56m 44s

This is a chance for agent Catherine Poulton of Catherine Poulton Management to talk candidly with Equity member Loretta Kung about how the actor/agent relationship works, what an agent does on a day to day basis, what you can do to have a prod

The Actor and the Director of Photography

Jul 27th, 2023 56m 37s

Join award-winning stage and screen actor Danielle Cormack and one of Australia's most experienced Directors of Photography Martin McGrath (ACS) as they explore the actor and DOP relationship. As an actor it is important to understand every rol

Actors' Rights, Residuals and Usage with Miles Hunt

Jun 9th, 2023 1h 15m

A chance to hear from Equity's Screen Lawyer, Miles Hunt, about usage payments and residuals. This discussion will cover the following topics:Usage – upfront buyouts and the curse of in perpetuity;Residuals – backend payments and where they c

Introduction to Voicing for Video Games with Dianne Weller

Jun 9th, 2023 54m

Award-winning voice actor Dianne Weller will introduce you to the world of voicing for video games during this one-hour livestream. This is a chance to see how it differs from animation and how to approach character development and auditions.

The Actor and First Assistant Director Relationship

Mar 20th, 2023 59m 5s

A chance for Equity member Sara Cooper to talk to first assistant director, Noni Roy (Carmen, Total Control 2, Wellmania) about the actor and first assistant director (first AD) relationship. First AD’s manage the schedule and coordinate cast

How Hollywood Works with Kym Jackson

Feb 21st, 2023 1h 35m

Learn how films and TV series are made and cast and what the role of each person in the process is. Armed with a clear understanding of how the industry works (and why), you will be better able to navigate it, more effectively network and find

Producer Ian Collie and director Daniel Nettheim in conversation with Monica Sayers

Feb 7th, 2023 55m 59s

In this livestreamed in conversation Equity member Monica Sayers interviewed producer Ian Collie (The Twelve, Rake, Jack Irish) and director Daniel Nettheim (Broadchurch, Line of Duty) about what goes on behind the scenes of a screen production

Mastering Social Media, Press and Your Public Image with Kym Jackson

Nov 14th, 2022 1h 43m

How to curate your social media, press and public persona to ensure you grow a following and maintain an image that brands, networks and studios are eager to align with.

TikTok, Insta and the rest: Social media with Shuang Hu and Sophia Emberson-Bain

Nov 13th, 2022 55m 8s

Award-winning actor Shuang Hu creates comedy skits online for her 4.2 million followers on TikTok, 3.6 million subscribers on Youtube and 91k followers on Instagram. With so many actors under pressure to create their own work, this is an opport

UK Accent Workshop with Luzita Fereday

Nov 3rd, 2022 47m 24s

This livestream was a chance for Equity members to work on their contemporary RP (UK) accent with Luzita Fereday. Luzita is a graduate of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), Royal Central School of Speech and Drama (RCSSD) and holds a Mas

Smartphone Filmmaking with Angela Blake

Oct 11th, 2022 58m 38s

Learn the techniques to utilise and shoot professional films, self-tapes and content on your smartphones. SF3 is now the world's biggest smartphone film festival and Co-Founder & Director, Angela Blake, will teach you all the tips and technique

Headshots with Deanna Cooney

Oct 11th, 2022 1h 1m

In this workshop, photographer Deanna Cooney will shared the advice and direction she shares with all the actors she works with, so you can take it with you into any shoot and know you’ll come away with killer images. This is an edited version

US Accent Workshop with Paige Walker

Oct 11th, 2022 49m 22s

This is a chance to work on your US accent with Paige Walker. Paige Walker specialises in the American dialect for the performer. This is an edited version on an Equity Foundation Livestream event.