2017 ANNUAL 1

The Helpmann Academy empowers SA’s best emerging artists to realise their visions and build sustainable practices. HIGHLIGHTS We believe the arts are an essential part of society, and that the talented and dedicated emerging artists we support are valuable FROm 2017 contributors, who deserve to be encouraged and celebrated.

A career in the performing or visual arts is a tough road to tread. Our aim is to develop connections and pathways for successful and sustainable careers, and walk alongside emerging artists as they make the transition from study to professional practice. We provided opportunities and We collaborate with a passionate community of partners, support valued at over $500,000. donors, and cultural organisations to provide a unique and valuable program of grants, awards, fellowships, residencies, mentorships, seminars and masterclasses.

Together, we work to ensure artists are exposed to a diverse We awarded emerging visual range of opportunities, providing the best chance to develop artists with public art commissions valued at their artistic identity and act as the principal driving force of over $60,000. their own careers.

We supported 15 EMERGING CREATIVES to participate in residencies around the world.

Helpmann Academy Staff Jane MacFarlane Chief Executive Officer We awarded three EMERGING Emma Bargery CREATIVES with inaugural Helpmann Administration Coordinator Fellowships, supported by the Nadia Dolman James and Diana Ramsay Foundation, Program and Events Manager valued at up to $20,000 each. Olivia Power Marketing and Communications Manager Contact Us Pro-bono financial and administrative (08) 7320 3330 support by Fisher Jeffries: [email protected]

Judith Halliday Find us St Paul’s Creative Centre We introduced nine new General Manager 200 Pulteney St (cnr of Flinders St) Adelaide programs and awards, Aynih Concepcion Post to PO Box 234, Rundle Mall SA 5000 valued at over $100,000. Executive Assistant HelpmannAcademy Editorial Contributors University of South Australia Communications @HelpmannAcademy Internship recipients: @HelpmannAcademy Sophie Fox Tenille Marshall www.helpmannacademy.com.au 3 HELPMANN’S PARTNER INSTITUTIONS The Helpmann Academy is the only organisation of its kind in Australia. We are proud to be part of a unique and valuable collaboration between South Australia’s universities and TAFE SA. WELCOME We work with the following institutions:

The last 12 months have been an A new dance residency in Sweden With the support of Arts South extraordinary year of growth for the added to an extensive program of Australia, we are privileged to be SCHOOL OF ART, ARCHITECTURE ADELAIDE COLLEGE OF THE ARTS The Flinders University Drama Centre Helpmann Academy as we continue to international opportunities, with 15 partnering with Bundanon Trust and & DESIGN | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH | TAFE SA is training the next generation of build on our offerings, ensuring South artists participating in residencies in the National Trust of South Australia AUSTRALIA actors, directors, and makers for Australia’s next generation of artists Australia and abroad. We are excited to bring the Prelude residencies Adelaide College of the Arts is the the professional industries of live are supported through a broad range to be launching a brand new residency to Adelaide for the first time. The The University of South Australia’s only tertiary institution in Australia performance, theatre, television, of programs and services. with the Skowhegan School of Painting residencies in Adelaide are available School of Art, Architecture and Design housing the study of visual, music, and and film. It provides a skills-based and Sculpture in the USA. The to Australian and International incorporates the South Australian performing arts training together in approach to acting and directing with program has a 75-year history with songwriters and composers, and School of Art, established in 1856 one building, enabling cross discipline Throughout the year, we an undergraduate and honours stream, notable alumni, and is internationally will kick-start in 2018. and one of the oldest art schools in learning that has long-term benefits. as well as offering a critical studies provided opportunities known for its unique and intensive Australia. The School is celebrated This thriving hub of creative activity Our awards and programs have component in Drama and an electives and support valued at over nine-week program encouraging for its rich tradition of innovation. brings dance, acting, screen and increased significantly over the past program in first year. Passionately interdisciplinary work, creation, Staff include renowned artists, media, visual art and craft, technical $500,000 to 332 South committed to the training of our acting two years as we continue to strive designers, and theorists who drive production, graphic design, music Australian emerging and growth. and directing students in a craft that for excellence in supporting the the School’s ever-evolving teaching and sound production, creative demands an exacting depth of discipline, creatives working across The inaugural Helpmann Fellowships, ecology of the arts sector in South and research methods and inspire and professional writing, and arts the Flinders Drama Centre provides dance, theatre, music, supported by the James and Diana Australia. We are thrilled to be able their students’ creative thinking as they administration under one roof. an intimate class environment. This Ramsay Foundation (valued at up to offer a dynamic range of growing learn valuable skills in critical analysis film, and visual arts, as A modern, $60m iconic performing and is critical to giving students the best to $20,000 each), were awarded to opportunities for talented and and creative practice. The school’s well as launching nine new visual arts centre of excellence, based opportunity to evolve into rigorous, three artists at a special ceremony at dedicated creatives, impacting on their visual arts graduates are acclaimed in the heart of the city with purpose- brave, imaginative, skilled, and resilient programs and awards. Government House. The Fellowships professional careers into the future. for their arts writing, curatorship, and built studios, theatres, and workshops artists. Drama Centre graduates have have enabled the recipients to pursue professional practice, and many go on We would like to thank the invaluable with industry-specialist equipment the capacity to work professionally in The year kicked off with our signature significant international professional to win prizes and awards for their work contribution of the Helpmann Academy and technologies, equipping students many highly competitive commercial event, the 2017 Helpmann Academy development opportunities. nationally and internationally. Board of Governors, the Foundation with the highest quality education and settings and also to impact the Graduate Exhibition, where we Board, our partner institutions, staff experiences. The building provides a evolution of the art form and community announced over $100,000 in awards Award winning New York trumpeter daily snapshot of the cultural sector and development, cultural leadership and and prizes over two nights. These and Jazz prodigy, Marquis Hill, and volunteers. Their hard work and ELDER CONSERVATORIUM OF MUSIC creates a wonderful sense of community change. Distinguished alumni include included the Graduate Exhibition delivered a series of masterclasses passion have been instrumental to the | THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE throughout for students and staff. Noni Hazlehurst, Benedict Andrews, Awards, the prestigious British School with students and graduates of success of the organisation. The Elder Conservatorium of Music and Xavier Samuel. the University of Adelaide’s Elder Adelaide College of the Arts employs at Rome Residency, and the new SA Our heartfelt thanks to the extended is one of Australia’s oldest and most Conservatorium of Music. Exclusive highly-respected professionals and The BCA Screen degree offers topics Power Networks Commissions. For community of Helpmann supporters. distinguished tertiary music schools, to Adelaide, Marquis performed industry specialists with high-level in documentary, drama, scriptwriting, the first time, the exhibition included You enable us to deliver our goal of and plays a leading role in Australia’s alongside the top graduating expertise and practical teaching skills television, film, digital media, games, works by postgraduate artists from empowering South Australia’s best musical landscape. Jazz students from the Elder to deliver intensive, studio-based animation, 2D, 3D, online content, screen the University of South Australia. new creatives to realise their visions Conservatorium of Music for our The Conservatorium offers a range learning work with students. Lecturing studies, and industry placements. and build sustainable practices. Our new Commissions Program annual event A Night of Jazz at the of undergraduate and postgraduate staff are actively involved in their fields Our graduates are well-prepared for Together, we can have an impact on provides emerging artists with Hilton Adelaide. The graduates were programs, covering all professional through practice and research, with entering the screen industries and the lives of South Australia’s emerging valuable experience in developing presented with over $15,000 in awards areas of the music industry. This students benefiting from these practical many apply their knowledge, creative public art and site-specific talent. It is vital that we continue to comprehensive suite of programs connections and collaborations with collaboration, and technical skills for their outstanding achievements. commissions. Together with SA Power invest in them, ensuring the future of is designed to meet the needs and industry. Their graduates continue to go on to successful and award- We were honoured to again partner South Australia’s creative community aspirations of a wide variety of students. to find success nationally and winning careers within Australia and Networks, we were delighted to select three artists for the inaugural with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank to for generations to come. Majors include Performance (classical internationally. internationally (alumni include Scott present the Bendigo and Adelaide and jazz), Composition, Music Teaching, Hicks and Sophie Hyde). Flinders staff commissions, valued at $34,500. We also welcomed Hilton Adelaide to Bank Award for an outstanding Sonic Arts, Music Education and have extensive industry experience graduate. In 2017, this award was which provides ongoing opportunities the program in 2017 with an exciting Pedagogy, Musicology, and Popular DRAMA AND SCREEN STUDIES generously increased to $10,000. Music. | FLINDERS UNIVERSITY for students to network and develop $25,000 commission. connections with industry and screen In July, we launched our new The Elder Conservatorium is committed Flinders University’s College of professionals as they progress through Karen Thomas Jane MacFarlanE Activate Seminar Series. Focusing to providing an environment in which Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences their degree. The Bachelor of Creative Chair Chief Executive Officer on entrepreneurial skills, the program Helpmann Academy students can achieve the skills, offers Bachelor of Creative Arts (BCA) Arts is a unique course for students Helpmann Academy Board of Governors knowledge, and understanding degrees in Drama, Screen, Digital who want to fill key creative roles in aims to empower emerging visual necessary for professional employment Media, and Creative Writing, as well as the film, television or digital media and performing artists with practical and continued personal and musical a BCA in Dance, Visual Arts, Fashion, industries, and who aim to combine knowledge to build and sustain growth. Great value is also placed and Costume Design in conjunction practical knowledge with high quality successful creative careers. Four upon adaptability, flexibility, and with TAFE SA. Flinders University and education and theory. These practical seminars were scheduled for the independence, qualities that are its course collaborator CDW Studios skills are complemented by such second half of 2017, covering a broad essential to the development of a Adelaide recently won first place as the skills as independent thinking, critical range of topics including contracts successful career, whether in the Best Digital Illustration School in the evaluation, and research abilities that and intellectual property, making the field of music or beyond. 2017 Global Rookies rankings. widen employment prospects in the arts most of residencies, and building a and communication industries. financially sustainable arts practice. 5 STEPHANIE JACLYN 2017 HELPMANN FELLOWSHIP RECIPIENT

Together with The James and Diana Stephanie Jaclyn’s professional Stephanie describes receiving the “So many of these “The Helpmann Academy has Ramsay Foundation, Helpmann development program took her Fellowship as a challenging and been extremely supportive Academy was overjoyed to launch to the United Kingdom where she rewarding opportunity. opportunities are throughout the process and the Helpmann Fellowships in late studied an intensive eight-week has encouraged me to undertake “Receiving the Fellowship was inaccessible from 2016. The Fellowships, valued at Script to Screen course additional opportunities that immensely validating and meant South Australia and up to $20,000 each, are intended to at the Metropolitan Film School, present themselves while I was able to undertake a unique support early career creatives with and undertook extensive work will greatly assist I’m here.” program that would otherwise funding to undertake significant experience opportunities within be unattainable… It’s been me as I move forward Stephanie hopes to return to professional development projects the UK film industry. She is also everything and even more than I Adelaide and shoot the second overseas, or interstate. receiving mentoring from Helpmann in my career. I have thought it would be. This program season of her web series, Academy Patron and Oscar-winning In April 2017, at a special ceremony has provided me with more learnt so much that Freemales, and continue to write director, Scott Hicks. at Government House, we presented opportunities than I had initially has armed me with and develop short and feature three emerging creatives with anticipated.” the tools necessary length screenplays. the inaugural Fellowships; Zoe In addition to exploring and “Having received the Fellowship, Woods (visual arts graduate from to not only develop strengthening her directing style I feel encouraged to continue the University of South Australia), through intensive studies, Stephanie my creative ability, developing my craft. So much Olivia Dryden (visual arts graduate also had the opportunity to of what I learnt throughout the from Adelaide College of the Arts but also to navigate develop her practice through work experience has already impacted, (TAFE SA/Flinders University), and experience on the BBC series The the business side and will continue to impact, the Stephanie Jaclyn, (Film graduate Split, by award winning screenwriter way I tell stories and navigate the from Flinders University). of the industry to Abi Morgan, and by participating more technical aspects of the film in a workshop run by the London become a successful industry.” Screenwriters Festival. and professionally “I was one of twenty emerging recognised writer screenwriters selected to and director.” participate in the Talent Campus Screenwriting Workshop. This was Stephanie Jaclyn an extremely valuable experience which armed me with the tools and confidence to complete the next draft of my feature length screenplay and pitch at this year’s Screenwriters Festival.” Furthermore, Stephanie has had the opportunity to attend numerous film networking events, seminars and workshops, augmenting her existing talent and knowledge within the film industry. Stephanie said she has developed a clearer understanding of the various pathways to establishing herself as a writer and director.

Stephanie Jaclyn, photo courtesy of artist 7 AWARDS AND COMMISSIONS

Receiving a Helpmann Academy award can be a turning point in the career of an emerging creative. Neil Curnow Award Royal South Australian Society Wilson Vineyard Label of Art Portrait Prize Commission Helpmann awards provide recognition of artistic excellence and creative innovation, as well as essential Presented in partnership with the financial support. Our range of awards and commissions are presented throughout the year to emerging Independent Arts Foundation, and We are delighted to support the Royal The Wilson Vineyard Label Commission artists working in visual arts, theatre, dance, music, and film. In 2017 over $210,000 valued at $10,000, the prestigious South Australian Society of Art Portrait continues to attract a great deal of was awarded. Neil Curnow Award was presented to Prize by providing a $500 award. interest among visual artists. The 2017 Adelaide College of the Arts graduate This year the award was presented to commission was awarded to Adelaide Clara Solly-Slade. The award will talented painter and Adelaide College of College of the Arts (TAFE SA/Flinders enable Clara to undertake a self- the Arts (TAFE SA/Flinders University) University) graduate Bruce Marquis Helpmann Fellowships “Helpmann have been there for me in directed professional development graduate, Jasmine Dixon. for his work Boating Party Disconnect. Generously supported by The James program in New York City and Bruce received a $1,000 cash prize and Albuquerque, New Mexico. This his work will feature on Wilson’s 2017 and Diana Ramsay Foundation, the so many ways – they have been a source Hilton Adelaide Emerging Artist opportunity is possible thanks to a Polish Hill River Riesling label, and be Helpmann Fellowships are intended Commission to fund projects of significance, of knowledge, support, networking, and bequest from the late Neil Curnow. displayed at the Wilson Vineyard We were proud to partner with the cellar door. supporting early career artists to countless opportunities for professional Hilton Adelaide to launch the Hilton pursue professional development Mike Stewart Memorial Award opportunities overseas or interstate. development. Thanks to Helpmann, Adelaide Emerging Artist Commission, Three fellowships, valued at up to After launching the award in 2016, valued at $25,000. Awarded to University $20,000 each, were awarded in 2017. I have grown so much as an artist Helpmann was pleased to again of South Australia graduate Tom Borgas, The inaugural recipients were Olivia partner with Jazz SA Inc. to provide this unique commission gave a visual Dryden (Taxidermist/Jeweller and and their continuing support really the 2017 Mike Stewart Memorial artist the opportunity to design a work to Adelaide College of the Arts graduate), Award. Valued at $7,500, the award is be displayed behind the hotel’s reception Stephanie Jaclyn (Filmmaker and has been life changing.” open to jazz graduates from the Elder desk, exposing the artist and their work Conservatorium of Music and enables to the extensive and varied visitors and Flinders University graduate), and Zoe Olivia Dryden, 2017 Helpmann Fellowship recipient. Woods (Glass Artist and University of an outstanding emerging musician to staff of the hotel. The project was a first South Australia graduate). undertake a program of professional for the Hilton Adelaide and attracted a development opportunities. The high standard of applications. recipient was announced at our End of

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Year Celebration in November (recipient SA Power Networks Emerging Award not known at the time of printing). Artist Commission In 2017, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Long standing and valued partners generously increased their support for Recitals Australia / Helpmann SA Power Networks continue to this significant award to $10,000. The Academy Piano Award recipient is selected from nominations support South Australia’s emerging from Helpmann’s partner institutions, Valued at $3,000, this award was artists in new and exciting ways. In and awarded to an outstanding graduate. presented to Kyle Fraser, a final year early 2017, we awarded three artists The award was presented to emerging student from the University of Adelaide’s with SA Power Networks Emerging composer and Elder Conservatorium Elder Conservatorium of Music. Artist Commissions. Valued at $11,500 of Music graduate, Jakub Jankowski. Available to pianists between the ages each, the commissions provided an of 18 and 26, the award provides the opportunity to create a site-specific recipient with funding to undertake a sculptural work to be installed at The Helpmann Academy self-directed program of development, SA Power Network’s head office and Mill Dance Award such as travel for masterclasses and key operational sites around South Presented in partnership with The courses, recording, and mentoring. Australia. Initially intended for one Mill Adelaide, and valued at $18,500, Kyle used the funds to undertake an artist, the application process produced The Helpmann Academy / Mill Dance intensive summer program at The Royal a number of outstanding designs, Award provided the opportunity for Conservatoire of Scotland, involving motivating SA Power Networks to an emerging dance graduate from one-on-one lessons, masterclasses select three works, increasing the Adelaide College of the Arts (TAFE SA and workshops, and performances. combined value of the award to $34,500. /Flinders University) to take part in Commissions were awarded to Adelaide ilDance’s project based junior company College of the Arts (TAFE SA/Flinders ilYoung, and to tour a new dance work University) graduates Bianka Kennedy throughout Sweden. Presented to Mieke and Clancy Warner, and University Kriegesvelt, the award also provided of South Australia graduate Steven valuable mentorship from ilDance Cybulka. company founders Lee Brummer and Israel Aloni. Mieke Kriegesvelt, photo by Chris Herzfeld Camlight Productions 9

SA POWER NETWORKS “As an emerging artist, being selected for a EMERGING public artwork commission is Visual artist Clancy Warner started Clancy’s sculptures reflect her her career as a successful tattoo interest in the connection between a huge step to ARTIST artist before finding a passion for animals, humans and nature, as well help build my sculpture while studying at the as indigenous art styles and beliefs. career in the arts; Adelaide College of Arts. Clancy She creates many of her artworks it helps get me said she was excited and honoured to from reclaimed materials such as have been awarded the commission. steel, wood, and bronze. and my work out COMMISSION “Being an artist full time has definite to the greater The commissioned sculptures will ups and downs, but being awarded be featured over three different sites, public, which is a public art commissions is definitely including the SA Power Networks good thing when one of the up sides.” head office in Keswick. They will be you are trying to RECIPIENTS working with established mentors to make a name for bring their proposal plans to life with the support of the Helpmann yourself.” Academy and SA Power Networks. C lancy Warner

Helpmann Academy is thrilled Steven Cybulka, a visual arts to be working in partnership graduate from the University with SA Power Networks to offer of South Australia, incorporates this valuable opportunity to gain sculpture and installation into his experience in developing public practice ranging from small-scale art and site-specific commissions. gallery based work, through to Originally intended to be offered to large-scale public artworks. He a single artist, we were delighted has exhibited at a myriad of galleries to present the commission to three and centres across Adelaide, and emerging artists in early 2017. in 2016 was commissioned to create a sculpture for the prestigious Steven Cybulka, Bianka Kennedy, Primavera: Young Australian and Clancy Warner were selected to Artists exhibition at the Museum of create contemporary artworks for Contemporary Art in Sydney. Steven the commission, an opportunity with used his understanding of sculptural a shared value of $34,500. form, and elements of the existing The three artists will each create architecture, to design an artwork a public sculpture that reflects SA that he believes will rejuvenate and Power Networks’ position in the stimulate the space at SA Power South Australian community as Networks. the state’s electricity distributor, Emerging sculpture artist and and as a national innovator in the Adelaide College of the Arts electricity industry. (TAFE SA/Flinders University) graduate, Bianka Kennedy, has a passion for creating three- dimensional sculptures and street art installations for the public. Her visions for the SA Power Networks site stem from her identity as a South Australian, and her design focuses on turning an iconic object, the stobie poll, into a contemporary artwork. Steven Cybulka, Bianka Kennedy, Clancy Warner, photo Matt Loxton 11 2017 HELPMANN ACADEMY GRADUATE EXHIBITION AWARDS

The following awards were presented as part of the Helpmann Academy Graduate Exhibition.

The Hill Smith Gallery / The City Rural Insurance / The Worth Gallery Barn Studio University of South Australia Helpmann Travel Award Award Postgraduate Award Awarded to ceramicist and Adelaide New in 2017 and valued at $5,000, the

Tom Moore (University of South College of the Arts (TAFE SA/Flinders award provides a three-month studio Australia PhD candidate) was selected University) graduate Mirjana Dobson. residency at The Barn in Stirling, as the inaugural winner of this award, Valued at $5,000, this award provides allowing freedom and peace of mind valued at $10,000. the opportunity to travel, allowing to develop work in a dedicated studio Mirjana to expand her practice with space. The inaugural recipient was

new ideas and experiences. Adelaide College of the Arts (TAFE SA/ The Watson Award Flinders University) graduate 2017 Graduate Exhibition Award recipients, photo by Russell Millard Valued at $7,500, The Watson Award Madeleine Collopy. went to Adelaide College of the Arts The MinterEllison Award

(TAFE SA/Flinders University) graduate New in 2017 and valued at $5,000, The Raffen Award Kate Bohunnis. Kate’s work was The MinterEllison Award supports an acquired by The Watson (Art Series emerging female artist with outstanding Ceramicist and Adelaide College of The Rob Lyons Award The Peter Walker / Helpmann The Watson People’s Choice Award Hotel Group), as part of their prestigious creative potential. The award was the Arts (TAFE SA/Flinders University) Encouragement Award University of South Australia PhD collection. presented to University of South graduate Sonya Moyle received the New in 2017 and valued at $3,000, the Supported by prominent gallerist Peter candidate Christopher Boha made an Australia graduate Karlien Van Rooyen. Raffen Award, valued at $3,500. An Rob Lyons Award recognises artistic Walker, this award is valued at $1,000 impact with his work Shadow Board and acquisitive award, the chosen work excellence and talent, and was awarded and provides encouragement for an was announced as the recipient of The becomes part of a significant private to jeweller and University of South artist to continue their career. The Watson People’s Choice Award. This collection and provides the recipient Australia graduate, Marissa Ziesing. award was presented to University of award is valued at $500 and is voted for with 12 months of business mentoring. South Australia graduate, Ursula Halpin. by visitors to the Graduate Exhibition. The Bluethumb Award

Offered for the first time in 2017, this The SALA Award award provides an artist profile on the Bluethumb website, plus in-kind support Adelaide College of the Arts (TAFE SA/ including an interview, photoshoot Flinders University) graduate Kelsey and 12 months of mentoring. Valued Reynolds received the 2017 SALA Award. at $2,500, the award went to Adelaide Valued at $1,000, the award provided College of the Arts (TAFE SA/Flinders premium registration for the 2017 SALA “To be supported by the Helpmann University) graduate Jim Jones. Festival and $530 cash. Academy in this way, and held in The David Hayden Professional The Royal South Australian The Watson’s collection, is pretty Development Award Society of Arts Backers Prize Awarded to ceramicist and Adelaide Valued at $500, the RSASA Award was incredible. My dream is to make College of the Arts (TAFE SA/ presented to Adelaide College of the Flinders University) graduate Nerida Arts (TAFE SA/Flinders University) large installations, so this award Bell, the David Hayden Professional graduate Tracy Lymn. Development Award is valued at $1,000 makes something that seemed and is specifically for the purpose of purchasing materials enabling the impossible, possible.” artist to create and develop their work. Kate Bohunnis, photo by Russell Millard Kate Bohunnis, recipient of The Watson Award 2017. 13

ANGUS MASON 2016 MIKE STEWART MEMORIAL AWARD RECIPIENT

In partnership with Jazz SA “Recording my debut album with world “The time that I Inc., the Helpmann Academy is renowned musicians James Muller, honoured to present The Mike Will Vinson, and Sam Anning was an spent in New York incredible experience. It gave me a Stewart Memorial Award, valued huge amount of insight into how to work at the beginning of at $7,500. with extremely high calibre musicians, and how to organise a recording 2017 has changed The award was created to honour date. The opportunity to play with the legacy of Adelaide Jazz icon, these musicians benefited my playing my life. Whilst living Mike Stewart, an incredibly immensely and gave me the confidence passionate musician, and a to pursue my ambitions of moving to in New York I was fierce advocate for jazz. The New York.” able to see world award is intended to support an With his feet firmly in the world of music, outstanding early career jazz Angus isn’t slowing down any time soon. class music on a graduate with opportunities to In July 2017, he recorded a collaboration daily basis and help establish themselves as record with fellow Helpmann-supported artist Nicholas Pennington, a talented spend one-on-one a professional musician. jazz guitarist now living in New York City. Angus Mason, a jazz drummer and Angus also plans on moving to New York time with some Bachelor of Music (Honours) graduate City in 2018, where he will continue to from Adelaide University’s Elder develop his career as a jazz musician. of my favourite Conservatorium of Music, was the The Helpmann Academy is extremely musicians in the inaugural recipient of the Mike Stewart proud to have contributed to Angus’ Memorial award. The award supported professional development, and look world.” Angus to travel to New York City in forward to seeing him take his career early 2017 and undertake a ten-week even further. Angus Mason, recipient of The mentorship with world renowned Mike Stewart memorial award drummers Jochen Rueckert and “The knowledge that I gained whilst 2016. John Riley. studying in New York was life changing. I feel that I have grown immensely from “This experience was certainly life it and that my musical ability improved changing, and whilst I was in New York tenfold. I also learnt a lot about myself, I was able to see some of the best jazz travelling solo and completing an music in the world on a daily basis.” album are extremely massive tasks and The award also enabled Angus to fulfil a I feel that through this project I have lifelong dream of recording his own jazz grown and become a more professional record. Released in June 2017, Angus’ musician. Without the Helpmann debut Flatlands consists of five original Academy, I wouldn’t have been able to tracks and three standard jazz tunes. achieve anything that I have in the last six months. It’s just invaluable.”

Angus Mason, photo by Olivia Power 15 2017 For students and graduates from The University of Adelaide’s Elder Jazz Awards Conservatorium of Music, winning a Helpmann Academy Jazz Award is something to strive for and is held in high regard.

“It has always been In 2017, we presented Rob Lyons Award an aim of mine, awards valued at over Top Voice Undergraduate $15,000 to a group of Awarded to Stacey Tonkin since starting my Valued at $2,000 talented musicians, degree at the Elder thanks to the continued Howell Ross Award Conservatorium, to and generous support Top Trumpet Undergraduate Awarded to Maksym Grynchuk eventually be involved of private donors and Valued at $2,000 in the Helpmann corporate partners. Academy Jazz Tommy Norman Award Top Bass Undergraduate Expr3ss! Award Awards. You practice Awarded to Dylan Kuerschner Best Overall Graduate Valued at $2,000 every day but don’t Awarded to trombonist Thomas Voss always notice your Valued at $3,333.33 Southern Jazz Club progress… so it’s Encouragement Award Bendigo AND Adelaide Bank Award Saxophone Undergraduate good to have this Top Drums Undergraduate Awarded to Jack Degenhart to make it all feel Awarded to Alexander Flood Valued at $1,000 Valued at $2,000 worth-while.” Helpmann Academy Keith and Susie Langley Award Encouragement Award Jack Degenhart, recipient Top Guitar Undergraduate Piano Undergraduate of the 2017 Southern Jazz Club Awarded to Tyler Venter Awarded to Andrew Casey Encouragement Award. Valued at $2,000 Valued at $1,000

Dylan Kuerschner, photo by Russell Millard 2017 Jazz Award recipients, photo by Russell Millard 17

“I’ve learnt so much about history, people, and art and it has challenged me to approach my work from new perspectives. This is a unique opportunity that I am KATE POWER grateful to have been given.” 2017 BRITISH SCHOOL AT ROME RESIDENT Kate Power

The Helpmann Academy is Kate saw the residency as a significant opportunity to research Roman thrilled to provide emerging sculptural and architectural monuments and art, and spent time during creatives with unique the residency exploring her connection to academic and cultural aspects opportunities that allow their of Rome, visiting historically rich museums and galleries, and attending practice to flourish in culturally local performances. stimulating environments. The international community of artists at the BSR also enabled collaborative The British School at Rome experiences as she found herself exposed to other artist’s viewpoints and (BSR) Residency is a prestigious creative processes whilst developing her own. opportunity for a graduate “I did a lot of research, which is what I was expecting, but I didn’t expect to visual artist to develop their develop such fulfilling artistic relationships. That’s the super exciting thing practice over three months, about residencies, the external influences are so significant.” Kate said. immersed in the international Utilising the diverse research environment of the BSR, Kate explored community of the BSR and aided sexuality in ancient sculpture and carvings, and broadened her knowledge of by the School’s world-renowned art and global history. Cultural and physical attributes of buildings and local research facilities. surroundings of Rome also influenced Kate to explore new techniques and Generously funded by David McKee visual avenues for her sculpture-based work. AO and Pam McKee and the Wood The arching shape and empty space of apses piqued Kate’s interest. The Foundation, the 2017 residency suggestion of a presence in absence was a concept that influenced her studio was presented to Kate Power, a practice. Her experimentation with plaster and layering techniques inspired first class honours graduate from by the visual stimuli of Roman structures is an organic process she plans to the University of South Australia. continue using throughout her practice. Kate was awarded studio space and residential accommodation at the “I felt really connected to my work and that connection was carried around BSR from April to June 2017, and through the whole city, it was the perfect situation for a residency. I was exhibited work created during that purely in the headspace of my work the whole time, while filtering through time at the BSR’s June Fine Arts all of the different references from the BSR and Rome.” “Mostra” (exhibition) alongside other Kate will exhibit at the end of 2017 in Seoul, Korea and in Who Speaks for resident artists. a Community at Sister Gallery in Adelaide. She is continuing to explore a performance piece that manifested with a fellow BSR artist while she was in Rome, and is working towards studying a Masters in visual arts. The British School at Rome Residency is offered again in 2018, with an increased value of $25,000 thanks to generous funding from David McKee AO and Pam McKee and the Lang Foundation.

Kate Power, photo by Antonio Palmieri 19

WOMEN’S & CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL Elevate Mentorship Program The Elevate Mentorship Program is FOUNDATION ARTS IN HEALTH supported by a generous group of The Helpmann Elevate Mentorship GALLERY MENTORSHIP donors. If you would like to support Program provides emerging artists RESIDENCIES AND an emerging artist to undertake a The 2017 Women’s & Children’s Hospital with the opportunity to receive mentorship, please get in touch, Foundation Arts in Health Gallery advice and guidance from a selected we’d love to hear from you. Mentorship was awarded to University established artist. This provides pivotal MENTORSHIPS of South Australia graduate, Sonya growth, learning, and networking Unwin. Presented in partnership with opportunities, allowing for meaningful the Women’s & Children’s Hospital and specialised career development. Foundation (WCH Foundation) and valued at $8,000, the mentorship In 2017 a number of mentorships were enables an emerging visual artist undertaken, valued at $1,500 each: or curator to work part-time over • Adelaide College of the Arts graduate 12 months with the WCH Foundation dancer Cayleigh Davies, was mentored Gallery and Exhibition Program under by Erin Fowler. the guidance of Arts in Health Manager, Ben Leslie, Ashleigh D’Antonio, Jill Newman. • Samantha Donvito, Adelaide College of Mia Van den Bos, Brigid Noone, the Arts graduate actor, was mentored Photo by Sophie Corso The residency continues to be an by Emily Steel. invaluable opportunity for an emerging artist or curator to contribute to a • Visual artist Ursula Halpin, a graduate special program integrating art into from University of South Australia, “This mentorship with the lives of patients, visitors, and staff was mentored by Kirstie Rae. Brigid Noone and Ben of the Women’s & Children’s Hospital. • Adelaide College of the Arts graduate Leslie [Fontanelle gallery Of being selected to undertake the and ceramicist Nerida Bell, was Skowhegan Residency, photo supplied residency, Sonya says “I believe in mentored by Helen Fuller. and studios] has provided connecting artists with communities • Natalie Williams, a graduate from the us the opportunity to Helpmann’s broad range of residencies provide opportunities for emerging artists to immerse themselves through displaying stories, and I Elder Conservatorium of Music, was learn the necessary skills believe the key to living life truly is to be mentored by Adrien Uren. in different cultures, and connect with artists and academics from around the world. In 2017, along with seriously creative. I have a keen interest to not only be artists, but a range of self-directed residencies, we supported artists to undertake residencies in Europe, China, and in cognitive science and how art works • Adelaide College of the Arts graduate locally, enabling artistic and technical growth in new and stimulating environments. within this sphere.” actor Sarah-Jayde Tracey, was arts workers supporting mentored by Nescha Jelk. Read more about 2016 Arts in Health the careers of other British School at Rome Residency New Residencies We are delighted to add our first Gallery Mentorship recipient, Saskia • Josh Belperio, a graduate musician young artists. This would opportunity in North America to our Scott on page 21. from Elder Conservatorium of Music, Valued at $20,000 in 2017, The British Helpmann’s Residency Program diverse range of visual arts residencies. was mentored by Carl Crossin. not have been possible School at Rome Residency provides an continues to grow with two new The Skowhegan School of Painting unparalleled opportunity for a visual residencies announced in 2017. We are “The Helpmann • Visual artist Mirjana Dobson, a without the support of and Sculpture, established in 1946, is artist to develop their practice over excited to offer these exceptional and graduate from Adelaide College of the located in rural Maine, New York State, mentorship program Helpmann Academy and three months in a dedicated studio varied opportunities to emerging artists Arts, was mentored by Yuro Cuchor. and provides an intensive nine-week space, with access to world renowned in music and visual arts. allowed me to build our Mentorship Patron, program specifically for emerging • Graduate actor from Adelaide research facilities. Generously funded visual artists. Located on 350 acres relationships with highly College of the Arts, Patrick Klavins, by David McKee AO and Pam McKee The Prelude Residency presented thank you.” of farmland, forests, and lakefront, was mentored by Nicholas Garsden. and The Wood Foundation, the 2017 BSR in partnership with Bundanon Trust, skilled established artists Skowhegan provides a stimulating Residency was awarded to University of Peggy Glanville-Hicks Composers Trust, Mia Van den Bos and Ashleigh and rigorous environment for artistic whose work I greatly The Mentorship model was also South Australia Honours graduate, Kate The National Trust of Western Australia, D’Antonio, Elevate Mentorship creation, interaction, and growth. extended in 2017 to include the Power. the National Trust of South Australia, admire. My mentor recipients. Neither a school in the traditional sense opportunity for the SA Power Networks The National Trusts of Australia, APRA Read more about Kate’s experience on nor a retreat, Skowhegan draws its imparted specific Emerging Artist Commission recipients AMCOS, and Arts South Australia, page 16. vitality from the talent and energy of to work with an established artist in brings an international composer to live the participants, and the distinguished knowledge that was public art, guiding them through the and produce work in South Australia. SA Power Networks Pottery faculty of resident and visiting artists unique process of creating a work for Throughout their stay the selected tailored to my exact Residency in Jingdezhen, China who provide them with support and a corporate client and public space: composer will work with emerging critical assistance. One selected artist needs, in a project- Proudly supported by SA Power musicians in a series of workshops • Steven Cybulka was mentored by will undertake the once in a lifetime Networks, this six week residency offers and masterclasses, providing the based environment. Louise Haselton. residency in the Northern Summer visual artists the opportunity to interact, opportunity to learn, and be inspired by of 2018. This has been an • Bianka Kennedy was mentored by create, and learn from some of the an international musician. The program Craige Andrae. worlds most skilled craftspeople and also opens doors for collaboration invaluable resource in artists. Providing a concentrated period with the artist in residence and other my post-university life, • Clancy Warner was mentored by of development, the artists are able to musicians from varied backgrounds. Tony Rosella. immerse themselves in the history and as it is helping me to traditions of all aspects of ceramics and pottery making. In 2017, the residency develop a sustainable was awarded to University of South artistic practice.” Australia graduates Michael Carney, Sophie Green, Christeen Tenni-Smith, Josh Belperio, Elevate and Karlien Van Rooyen. Mentorship recipient. 21

SASKIA SCOTT 2016 WOMEN’S & CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL FOUNDATION ARTS IN HEALTH GALLERY MENTORSHIP RECIPIENT

“Jill Newman has Valued at $8,000 and presented in partnership with the Women’s & Children’s Hospital Foundation (WCH Foundation), the Arts in Health Gallery Mentorship been a fantastic enables an emerging visual artist or curator to work part-time over 12 months with the WCH Foundation Gallery and Exhibition Program under mentor for both the guidance of Arts in Health Manager, Jill Newman. curating, and The 2016 Mentorship was awarded to Saskia Scott, a visual arts graduate encouraging my from the University of South Australia. Having previously volunteered with the University of South Australia Art Gallery and Tandanya National own visual arts Aboriginal Culture Institute, Saskia was well-versed in gallery operations practice. It’s been before being awarded the residency.

great to have Working with artists, Ellen Portell, Christopher Houghton, Maxie Ashton, someone looking and Bernadette Klavins, Saskia curated the exhibition, Natural Wonder: Documenting the world around us. Featuring pieces inspired by flowers, for ways to support landscapes, tree texture, birdsong and flight paths, Saskia said the premise of the exhibition was to highlight exciting contemporary art with and encourage me. an environmental focus, that contained elements that children could easily This guidance has connect with.

been so important “The exhibition looked at the connection between a child’s to my career experience and their sense of wonder in the environment, and the way the artists approach the world around them.” Saskia said. development, I am The experience of presenting an exhibition within a hospital gave Saskia really grateful to the the opportunity to broaden her knowledge of curating content for different Helpmann Academy locations. Situated in a health context where people may be experiencing difficult times, Saskia said it was important to be able to present artwork for this opportunity.” that was engaging and uplifting.

Saskia Scott The exhibition spaces within the hospital are in public corridors, making the art almost impossible to miss for people walking past; something that Saskia took into consideration in her curation process. “Working in a health context, there is a strong focus on the audience’s experience” she said. “The mentorship taught me to be sensitive to the impact of the artwork and exhibition design on the public, and this is something that continues to influence my curatorial practice, even when I’m working in more traditional visual art contexts.”

Saskia is now employed as an Arts Officer by the Women’s & Children’s Hospital Foundation.

Saskia Scott, photo by Olivia Power 23

Ackroyd & Harvey Jazz Masterclass companies, and his method of teaching, March with Marquis Hill provided a unique space for participants May to be inspired and develop their skills. MASTERCLASSES Ackroyd & Harvey are prolific The series of classes culminated in British visual artists, who have been Marquis Hill conducted a number of two, three-hour intensives and public collaborating since 1990. Their time- masterclasses with current students showings. Presented in partnership with based work intersects with sculpture, and graduates from the Elder AND SEMINARS The Mill and Adelaide College of the photography, ecology, and biology. Conservatorium of Music. Based in Arts. They have won multiple world-class New York City, Marquis is an award-

awards and their work has been winning trumpeter, composer, and Scheduled for late 2017 exhibited in contemporary art galleries, bandleader, and is widely recognised museums and public spaces worldwide. as one of the preeminent jazz musicians We are excited to be partnering with Activate Seminar Series Intellectual Property Artist Insights Leading a full day of activity, including of his generation. Complementing an Flying Penguin Productions to provide & Copyright February After identifying a need to provide a forum and masterclass, participants exceptional performance and recording a series of masterclasses with highly November visual and performing artists with Run in conjunction with the 2017 had the opportunity to view their career, Marquis has taught at some of regarded UK actor and teacher, Gerrard practical knowledge to complement The third seminar, Intellectual Property Graduate Exhibition, the Artist Insights inspiring work, learn about their America’s most prestigious universities. McArthur, in late November/early and sustain their creative careers, we and Copyright was presented by Vanessa Masterclass examined the pros and processes, and participate in group Very generous with his talent and December. workshops. Presented in partnership experience, Marquis offered this group were excited to launch our new Activate Gore, Partner at Fisher Jeffries. cons of postgraduate study in the visual Seminar Series. The series aims to Vanessa was very generous in sharing arts. The panel of Masters and PhD with WOMADelaide. of promising musicians the opportunity to learn new techniques and explore offer information and advice about her knowledge on this complicated candidate artists featured in the 2017 “It was wonderful to the non-creative aspects of an artistic topic. The session focused on Copyright, Graduate Exhibition, gave great insight ilDance Choreographic Lab different ways of approaching a piece practice. Free to final-year students and but also addressed rights, ownership, for emerging visual artists who may April of music and performance. This was get first-hand feedback an exciting and invaluable opportunity graduates from our partner institutions, infringement, assignment and licensing. be considering further study in their In partnership with The Mill, we for participants to learn from one of from artists who have the series is proving to be a valuable Attendees were provided with key areas field. Over 100 attendees enjoyed the were pleased to offer emerging the greats. Presented in partnership recently been on these source of information for artists in the to be aware of and how to manage them opportunity to participate in stimulating choreographers and dancers an with the University of Adelaide’s Elder early stages of their career. within their practice. conversation, and ask questions opportunity to participate in a series residencies. It was Conservatorium of Music. providing invaluable advice to assist of masterclasses with world renowned great to see photos of Contracts | Tips & Tricks Other Seminars Planned for artists in determining their next steps. dancers and choreographers Israel Residency and Masterclass the studios and know July 2017/2018 Aloni and Lee Brummer from Swedish In Conversation with Caroline Series with Niv Marinberg what it was really Our first seminar was Contracts – • Generating income as a creative company, ilDance. Over three days, Lee Cheng August/September Tips & Tricks. Rosalie Brady, Partner at practitioner and Israel shared their improvisation like interacting with February and movement methods, tools of Held over three weeks, Niv Marinberg Fisher Jeffries Lawyers, kindly donated • Grant Writing choreographic exploration, and (Rehearsal Director of Israel’s L-E-V the other artists and her time and expertise to take attendees • How to Build Networks Caroline Cheng is the Director of the through the ins and outs of entering Pottery Workshop in Jingdezhen, dramaturgical references drawn from Dance Company) conducted a series scholars involved. Very • Working with galleries past works and current processes. The of masterclasses for current dance into contracts. Covering topics such China, and an independent artist and valuable talks indeed.” as payment terms, delivery obligations, entrepreneur, who has set up studios learning environment was inspiring and students and graduates from Adelaide Artists Residencies | and personal liability, Rosalie provided Masterclasses and ceramic retail shops in several collaborative, offering the participating College of the Arts (TAFE SA/Flinders artists a fantastic opportunity for growth University). Niv’s extensive experience Benefits & Challenges a comprehensive overview, assisting “The quality of the workshop was Asian cities. Her works are collected and development. within world renowned dance Attendee artists to confidently enter into contracts excellent. I hope we get more by The British Museum in London, throughout their practice. opportunities like these. Thank you Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge, The National Museum in Beijing, The very very much!” Ceramic Museum in Vallauris, Hong Artists Residencies | Benefits & Niv Marinberg Masterclass Participant Kong Museum of Art, and others. Challenges Presented in partnership with the October Our Cultivate Masterclass Series, University of South Australia, this supported by Bendigo and Adelaide Bringing together a panel of artists who was a very special opportunity for Bank, continues to grow and provide had recently undertaken residencies, South Australian artists to engage invaluable learning opportunities for and facilitated by John Baylis from with Caroline, ask questions, and be emerging artists. Launched in 2016, the Bundanon Trust, this seminar was inspired by her practice. a fantastic opportunity for artists to program was extremely well received, hear first-hand about how residencies and we were excited to continue offering can benefit their artistic practice. masterclasses with world-renowned Understanding which residencies are artists in 2017. The experience of available, what each one offers, and learning from and being inspired by knowing how to get the most out of these artists can generate new thinking the experience, can be daunting. and new skills, propelling an emerging "Short, sharp, shiny. This seminar aimed to help artists artist to the next stage of their career. work through these issues and provide The examples were advice on selecting and undertaking “Wonderful. Insightful. I really a residency. believe this was the best workshop/ particularly useful masterclass I’ve ever been to. It made in understanding us engage with ideas and others which we never really get the opportunity concepts." to do. This has really inspired me.” Contracts | Tips & Tricks Ackroyd & Harvey Masterclass Attendee. Participant

ilDance Masterclass, photo by Chris Herzfeld, courtesy of The Mill 25 RITA BUSH 2017 HELPMANN ACADEMY REGULAR GRANT RECIPIENT

Rita Bush is a contemporary dancer Now in its fourth year, THAM is primarily “I have been a secondee with Alison and choreographer, and Adelaide a contemporary dance training and on a project she developed in 2016, College of the Arts (TAFE SA/Flinders performance ensemble. It regularly and it was great to continue and further University) graduate, with Honours includes other art forms in its pursuit develop that professional relationship. from the Western Australian Academy of artistic work that deals with the I now feel like she would have a of Performing Arts. Rita received complexities and subtleties of human thorough understanding of my Helpmann Academy Regular Grants nature. capabilities as a dancer, what I’m in 2016 and 2017 to present works with good at or even what I’m not good Rita recently received Helpmann Adelaide dance collective, The Human at, I believe that this is an important funding to collaborate with THAM and Arts Movement (THAM). part of developing a career; the more renowned choreographer Alison Curry, you are known as an artist the easier The Human Arts Movement, founded to devise and present a dance piece it is to create those networks of by Tobiah Booth-Remmers in 2013, titled Creatures. Based around pattern collaboration.” was established as an artistic and rhythm, Creatures involves eight collective to encompass the range of graduate dancers from Adelaide College Initially performed in September at creative projects that Tobiah and his of the Arts. Restless Dance Theatre, the group collaborators were producing. Rita hopes to perform the versatile piece Rita said the process gave the group became a part of THAM during her in gallery spaces in the future. a place to bring all the skills they have final year at Adelaide College of the gathered since graduation, and put Arts, and has since been largely them into a complete process with involved with their projects. a performance outcome.

“Receiving the grant has been really important in the sense that it’s provided a bridge between being a student and being a recognised artist; it has given me the means to continue moving forwards with my career in a very deliberate manner. With the support of Helpmann Academy I do not have to wait for an appropriate opportunity to arise but can actually create the specific opportunity myself. This is really great as I can make choices about the kind of work I want to be doing and the skills I want to further develop.” R ita Bush Alison Currie’s Creatures, photo by Sam Roberts 27

Congratulations to the 2017 Grant recipients Grants Grants awarded for both individual and group projects:

“I learnt so much more “The international The Helpmann Academy loves to Regular Grants REGULAR GRANTS than I was expecting to. director’s symposium was support big dreams. In 2017, we Round 1, 2017 Round 2, 2017 awarded over $122,000 in grants, The course was delivered an amazing opportunity enabling emerging artists to attend Elyas Alavi Josh Belperio in a very comprehensive to extend my network of national and international workshops University of South Australia University of Adelaide format and because of working contacts. I got to and seminars, create and present their Aleksandra Antic Sophie Corso this I was able to absorb collaborate with amazing work at exhibitions, performances and University of South Australia University of South Australia art fairs, and be mentored by renowned Emily Bettison Courteney Cox so much more knowledge artists from all around artists at the top of their game. University of Adelaide Adelaide College of the Arts (TAFE SA) / about the anatomy and the globe. This course Jesse Budel Flinders University mechanics of how a has created working REGULAR GRANTS University of Adelaide Steven Cybulka voice works in relation to connections for me that Grants of up to $4,000 for individuals and Rita Bush University of South Australia producing sound and to will hopefully benefit me $9,000 for groups are available for staff, Adelaide College of the Arts (TAFE SA/ Lucy Gale final-year students and graduates from Flinders University) Flinders University turn the sound into song. greatly in the next stage our partner institutions. Madison Bycroft Darcy George It was a very valuable of my career.” University of South Australia Flinders University Kristen Coleman Tamara Hardman course which every singer C lara Solly-Slade GRADUATION ACTIVITY GRANTS should aim to complete University of South Australia Flinders University Grants tailored specifically for the Samantha Donvito eDuard Helmbold early in their career.” graduation activities of final year Adelaide College of the Arts (TAFE SA) University of South Australia students of our partner institutions. E lisabeth Beltrame Tess Fowler Nicole Miller Adelaide College of the Arts (TAFE SA) Flinders University QUICK RESPONSE GRANTS Robbie Greenwell Kate Power Available to final-year students and Flinders University University of South Australia graduates, $500 quick response grants Yusuf Ali Hayat Kurt Roberts are for projects and opportunities that University of South Australia Flinders University “The Helpmann grant for arise with short notice. Lauren Henderson Alexander Salkicevic University of Adelaide Flinders University Jesse Budel, photo by Val Bubner my cabaret show this year Bethany Hill Chelsea Smart was the enabling factor in University of Adelaide University of Adelaide creating a piece of work Tracy Lymn Petra Szabo I am extremely proud Adelaide College of the Arts (TAFE SA/ Adelaide College of the Arts (TAFE SA) / Flinders University) Flinders University of. Without the financial Nikki Marcel Daniel Thorpe support of Helpmann, University of South Australia University of Adelaide the process and outcome Annabel Matheson Hanah Williams would have been hugely Flinders University University of South Australia restricted, if not entirely Erin McKellar University of Adelaide QUICK RESPONSE GRANTS 2017 impossible. To allow myself Abbey Rawson Daniel Thorpe Adelaide College of the Arts (TAFE SA/ Marissa Ziesing, the creative freedom of University of Adelaide Flinders University) photo courtesy of the artist producing a show in the Olivia Kathigitis Clara Solly-Slade University of South Australia way I did, helped me grow Adelaide College of the Arts as an artist and a person, Lee Walter and I am extremely grateful Adelaide College of the Arts (TAFE SA/ GRADUATION ACTIVITIES GRANTS 2017 to the Helpmann Academy Flinders University) Tim Whittington Adelaide College of the Arts for being an integral part University of Adelaide (TAFE SA) – Theatre of my achievement!” Min Wong Adelaide College of the Arts University of South Australia (TAFE SA/Finders University) – Dance Tess Fowler Emmaline Zanelli Adelaide College of the Arts Adelaide College of the Arts (TAFE SA/ (TAFE SA/Finders University) – Visual Arts Flinders University) Flinders University, Drama Centre Marissa Ziesing Tim Whitt, photo by Jon Brooks, Tess Fowler, photo Chris Herzfeld University of South Australia, School of Art, Grease Monkey Media University of South Australia Architecture and Design 29 SARAH DUNN AND ANNABEL MATHESON BENDIGO and ADELAIDE BANK AWARD RECIPIENT, AND REGULAR GRANT RECIPIENT

The Helpmann Academy is proud to offer emerging creatives with a variety of options for support, and love when that support enables collaborations between artists and art forms. “Thanks to the financial Winner of the 2016 Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Award, Sarah Dunn, and Regular contribution of Gant recipient, Annabel Matheson, (both Flinders University graduates) have Helpmann Academy worked together in the past and continue to collaborate with the support of the on our first project, Helpmann Academy. Annabel recently received Helpmann we’ve built skills and Academy funding to present a production of Misfits with her company found new motivation LadyLike Theatre Collective, a collaboration between her and fellow to create work that Flinders University graduate, Eliza Oliver. inspires and invigorates For Annabel, funding for the production of Misfits meant teasing out the nuances audiences.” of the professional aspects of the production, and assisting with costs of Annabel Matheson opening night; an invaluable networking opportunity.

“I started a relationship with Helpmann “These awards are so important The duo appreciates each other’s work and they’ve been incredibly supportive because they can sustain you while ethic in the rehearsal room, and have in all aspects, and it’s definitely a you do things that wouldn’t get funding a mutual respect for one another’s relationship I think is invaluable. otherwise. The Award gave me time for practices. Annabel praises Sarah for Anytime anyone asks me how they can myself, as well as enabling me to give her ability to tailor her communication do their own thing, I tell them to talk my time to a lot of other people.” style to the individuals she works with, to the Helpmann Academy and they’ll while Sarah describes Annabel as a Sarah describes the award as unique point you in the right direction.” very flexible and pragmatic actor; their and invaluable funding that she was success in gaining support from the The show is scheduled to open in honoured to be trusted with. January 2018, and will be the second Helpmann Academy is a reflection of project by LadyLike Theatre Collective to “It’s really nice for people to say their talent within their creative fields, be supported by Helpmann, and directed that you’re valuable, not just for the and the value of their collaborative work. confidence in myself but confidence by Sarah Dunn. Their first project, Both the Bendigo and Adelaide Bank in the industry; to know that it is ready Late: A Cowboy Song was presented at Award and Regular Grants program are and willing to listen to different stuff the 2016 Sydney Fringe, and the 2017 annual opportunities. Adelaide Fringe. and engage with what I’m interested in. I think that’s part of what grants The Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Award and awards are good for; confirming afforded Sarah with time to liaise that people want to hear and see more within her field. She was able to offer of this way of thinking.” her knowledge and insights to fellow creatives as a dramaturge, and engage in creative developments.

Annabel Matheson, photo by Ian Routledge, Foul Play Theatre 31

End of Year Celebration and Fundraiser Now a regular fixture on our events calendar, the 2017 Helpmann End of Year Events in Celebration invited our guests to follow us down the rabbit hole for an Alice in Wonderland themed evening. Generously Helpmann Academy’s annual hosted by Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, calendar of events celebrate we had the opportunity to celebrate our generous partners and supporters, the immense talent of showcase the talents of some Helpmann South Australia’s emerging supported artists, and make some exciting announcements. Recipients of the Hilton creatives; and we love to Adelaide Emerging Artist Commission, throw a party! Our events are Neil Curnow Award, Mike Stewart Award, an opportunity to showcase and Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Award were presented with awards valued Helpmann Fellowship recipients with The Governor of South Australia the artists we support, bring at $52,500. We also had some exciting His Excellency The Honourable Hieu Van Le AC, photo by Olivia Power together and acknowledge our news to share, announcing the launch of a new international arts residency at partners and supporters, and the Skowhegan School of Painting and Now in its fourth year, the Kaleidoscope help raise funds to continue Sculpture in Maine, New York State, USA. exhibition showcases the works of artists “MinterEllison is very Opening Night crowd, photo Russell Millard our essential programs. Our fundraising efforts were a key part who have returned from Helpmann proud to champion of the evening, with proceeds from supported residencies in India and China. ticket sales, a silent auction, raffle, This year we exhibited the work of seven Government House Cocktail A Night of Jazz with Marquis Hill / the award and 2017 Helpmann Academy Graduate and sale of artworks, all directed back artists, who created exceptional work Reception 2017 Jazz Awards Exhibition and VIP Vernissage into our extensive program of artist during their residencies and upon their support upcoming return. Kindly hosted by Peter Walker Fine Always a must-see event during Adelaide’s In April, the Governor of South Australia In May, we were privileged to welcome opportunities. Art during the SALA Festival, each artist artists via the festival season, the Graduate Exhibition and Helpmann Academy Patron, His jazz prodigy, Marquis Hill as our guest sold works, with approximately $4,000 in brings together the top graduating visual Excellency the Honourable Hieu Van Le artist for our Night of Jazz, and a series Other Special Events sales going directly to the artists. Helpmann Academy. artists from Adelaide College of the Arts AC, kindly hosted a cocktail reception at of masterclasses with students from the (TAFE SA/Flinders University) and The Government House for our stakeholders, Elder Conservatorium of Music. Direct In June, The Watson Hotel kindly hosted an Always a sell-out event, our annual SALA We greatly enjoyed University of South Australia. In 2017, boards, corporate partners, and donors. from New York, and exclusive to Adelaide, intimate event enabling Helpmann to share Walk and Luncheon again provided art 31 artists were selected by a panel of The evening was a wonderful way to say Marquis joined us for this popular event, the successes of the Elevate Mentorship lovers with the opportunity to enjoy a the exhibition; there industry leaders, including for the first thank you to our committed group of generously supported by Major Event program. We brought together Mentorship guided walking tour of specially selected time, four Masters and PhD candidates. supporters and announce the recipients Partner Expr3ss!. This year we moved Patrons, our partner institutions, and SALA exhibitions in Adelaide’s CBD. are clearly some The exhibition, generously supported by of the inaugural Helpmann Fellowships, the event to The Hilton Adelaide, where other supporters to hear from three Enjoying exclusive and insightful artist very talented artists Major Partner City Rural Insurance, was supported by The James and Diana our guests enjoyed five-star hospitality. recent Elevate Mentorship recipients. talks along the way, mid-morning bubbles opened by Lisa Slade (Assistant Director, Ramsay Foundation. We were pleased We celebrated the most outstanding jazz Hearing about how the program assisted and a special lunch hosted by Macquarie coming through the Artistic Programs, Art Gallery of South to celebrate the success of Olivia Dryden, graduates from the Elder Conservatorium in developing their art practice was an Wealth Management, our guests continue Australia) and included the presentation of Stephanie Jaclyn, and Zoe Woods and of Music, awarding eight musicians the inspiring and special way for supporters to to embrace this event as a unique way to programs.” 12 awards, valued at $45,000. Showcasing present them with their Fellowships in 2017 Jazz Awards with a combined value directly connect with artists. We were also connect with the Helpmann Academy. of over $15,000. This special group of the next crop of artists to watch, the a special ceremony. delighted to unveil The Watson’s recent Kymberley Lawrence, artists had the invaluable opportunity to acquisition of 2017 Graduate Exhibition Graduate Exhibition provides a concise We appreciate and value The Governor Partner, MinterEllison work and perform with Marquis Hill, an artist Kate Bohunnis’ work, The Line. snapshot of works made at the culmination and Mrs Le’s continued support for the of three or four years of study. For many experience that has impacted greatly on Helpmann Academy, and South Australia’s their burgeoning careers. of the participating artists, it’s the first emerging creatives. time they have exhibited in a major show. Artwork sales in 2017 increased on previous years to over $32,000. The VIP Vernissage preview event is an invitation to view and purchase the exhibited works before we open to the general public. A wonderful evening of “Thank you all so much for a wonderful Moët & Chandon, fine food, wine, and company, the Vernissage is a highlight on Vernissage experience. It was an amazing the calendars of many of our supporters. night being exposed to so many people keenly interested in hearing the stories To ensure you receive invitations to these exciting events, make sure you behind the work.” join our e-news list via our website www.helpmannacademy.com.au Ursula Halpin, 2017 Graduate Exhibition artist.

Jack Ladd, photo by Russell Millard A Night of Jazz with Marquis Hill, photo by Russell Millard 33 PARTNER PROFILE

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In 2017, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank “Although Shared Value has been a The Bank’s support also extends “This year we further was named the top Australian company centrepiece of our Bank’s strategy to the Helpmann Academy’s annual in the FORTUNE Annual Change the for a long time now, it is starting to Jazz Awards. The Bendigo and Adelaide strengthened the World List of Companies that are gain international recognition and Bank Award is presented to a top Doing Well by Doing Good. momentum,” says Mr Fennell. undergraduate musician as part of partnership by the Night of Jazz event. Thirteenth overall, the annual list “For Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, our introducing the ranks enterprises that have made most recognised Shared Value model Helpmann’s popular Cultivate an important social or environmental is our network of Community Bank® Masterclass Series was introduced in Helpmann Rotating impact through their operations and branches, where we empower local 2016 and is also supported by Bendigo Art Space in the foyer profit-making strategy. Companies communities to build a sustainable and Adelaide Bank. Their generosity are recognised for, and competitively income stream. Similarly, the has seen thirteen masterclasses held, of our Grenfell Street ranked on, innovative strategies that Helpmann Academy empowers with national and international artists office building. We positively impact the world. members of the Arts community by from the visual arts, theatre, dance, supporting emerging creatives to and music disciplines in attendance. To be recognised among international showcase artwork by build sustainable and prosperous enterprises committed to strengthening Helpmann’s recently developed careers. visual arts graduates the connection between corporate and Rotating Art Space in the foyer of community success by addressing Our support of awards, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank provides from Helpmann social and environmental needs is masterclasses and an art space in visual artists with a valuable Academy partner confirmation that the Bank’s business partnership with Helpmann provides opportunity to exhibit their work in model is indeed ahead of its time. meaningful support for talented this high-profile location. The project institutions for 3 to South Australians pursuing a career is a fantastic example of Bendigo and This business model of Shared Value in the arts.” Adelaide Bank’s ongoing commitment 6 months at a time. has been part of Bendigo and Adelaide to supporting and promoting South Bank’s strategy for their entire Bendigo and Adelaide Bank is a long- It provides our staff Australia’s emerging artists. 160 year history. Their Community standing, and incredibly valued partner and visitors the Bank® model – which empowers of the Helpmann Academy. For more The Helpmann Academy is extremely communities across Australia to be than ten years the two organisations proud of our ongoing partnership opportunity to view sustainable and prosper through the have worked together to provide with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank. revenue stream of a locally-operated meaningful opportunities for South We cannot thank them enough for the work, and also bank – is the most obvious of their Australian artists to flourish. Bendigo their generosity and support. provides colour and Shared Value models. But the Bank and Adelaide Bank’s continued focus undertakes many other partnerships on empowering communities continues character to our and endeavours that positively impact to invigorate and inspire the Helpmann

Australian communities. One of these Academy. building’s foyer.” partnerships is with the Helpmann In 2017, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Academy. Richard Fennell, generously doubled the value of the Chief Financial Officer, Bendigo Bendigo and Adelaide Bank’s Chief Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Award. & Adelaide Bank Financial Officer, Richard Fennell, An outstanding graduate nominated believes that the partnership between by one of the Helpmann Academy’s the Helpmann Academy and the partner institutions is presented with Bank is so successful because both the $10,000 award, providing validation organisations are committed to for their commitment to the arts. community prosperity. Sarah Dunn and Richard Fennell, photo by Russell Millard 35 OUR PARTNERS

We like to think of the Helpmann Government Partners Award Partners and donors Academy as a community. We are passionate about supporting graduates to make the transition from study to sustainable practice, and we can only do this with the generous support of our community of like- minded partners. We are extremely proud of these relationships, they are the backbone of the Helpmann Partner institutions Academy. We love nothing more than bringing our partners into the Helpmann Academy community and sharing with them the inspiring talent that South Australia’s emerging creatives have to offer. We focus on developing and maintaining meaningful, mutually beneficial relationships, individually tailored to the business objectives of each partner. Philanthropic Partners Founded on a joint commitment to the pursuit of excellence, we work together to ensure the next generation of artists thrive, strengthening our community into David McKee AO & Pam McKee John Phillips Roger & Helen Salkeld the future. These artists are our calling cards to the world, they need Rob Lyons David Hayden David Raffen to be encouraged to take leaps, big and small, to ensure South Australia flourishes as an innovative society. Don Howell The Langley Family Kim Norman Southern Jazz Club & Ollie Clark The Helpmann Academy welcomes new philanthropic and corporate partners who share our belief that creativity is essential to a healthy Platinum Partner FOUNDING Partner Supporting Partners business, and society. We are thrilled to welcome new partners in 2017, as well as continuing our long-standing relationships with others. We offer them our sincere gratitude, for without their significant generosity and commitment our work would not Fisher Jeries is a member of Gadens La wyers National Practice be possible.

“The Helpmann Academy Major Partners Cultural Partners are giving some wonderful and exciting opportunities to our local arts community ACE Open Adelaide Festival Adelaide Film Art Gallery of South British School at and this is something that of Arts Festival Australia Rome our team feel very privileged to be a part of. We thank you Bundanon Flying Penguin ilDance Jam Factory Sanskriti Kendra for allowing us to be a part of Trust Productions Cultural Centre your journey, and of course Skowhegan School of State Theatre Company The Mill The National Trust The Pottery the journey of our talented Painting and Sculpture of South Australia Adelaide of South Australia Workshop South Australians.”

Teresa Grigoriou, WOMADelaide Grigori Family Wines 37

A huge thank you to the following people who have generously volunteered their time to support our events OUR BOARDS and activities:

Gregory Ackland Board of Governors Foundation Board Richard Back Becc Bates Patron: Patron: John Baylis His Excellency Mr Scott Hicks Steven Bellosguardo The Honourable Hieu Van Le AC Film Director Susan Benham-Page Governor of South Australia Emily Bettison Donors Chair: The work of the Simon Biggs Chair: Helpmann Academy Anonymous x 3 Alice Blanch Mr Peter Walker Barry Alderson Elise Bonato Ms Karen Thomas Peter Walker Fine Art would not be Joerg Andersch James Boyd Managing Partner Fisher Jeffries Board Members: Mandy & Bronte Ayres Rosalie Brady possible without David Barnfield Gillian Brown Ms Sarah Abbott John Begg Matt Burgess Board Members: the contributions (from July 2017) Tim Clarke Nicole Cameron M r Richard Fennell Owner/Director Judith & Jack Condous from our donors. Aynih Concepcion Chief Financial Officer SASSAFRAS Public Relations Nataliya Denisov Emma Crimmings Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Their generosity Elspeth Doman Olivia Dryden Ms Nataliya Denisov Sophie Doyle Dale Durie Professor Diana Glenn (from June 2017) Wealth Advisor and commitment to Colin & Libby Dunsford Rebecca Evans Dean - School of Humanities and Macquarie Wealth Management Creative Arts supporting emerging Robert & Fay Gerard Emma Fay Flinders University Ms Sophie Doyle Tom Gray Jodi Glass (until March 2017) Mr Malcolm Jackman creatives is greatly Janet Hayes Vanessa Gore Senior Business Development and Strategy Christine Heard Erica Green Chief Executive Executive Safecom appreciated. John Heard Emma Hack Minter Ellison Lawyers

Shirley Hesketh Tom Hajdu Mr Brian Oldman (from June 2017) Ms Kristen Jackman Sam & Margo Hill Smith Judith Halliday Director Consultant Benefactors Stacey Hill Smith Luke Harrald SA Museum Robert & Annabel Hill Smith Jowin How Mr Richard Jasek Mark Fuller Ms Alex Reid Penelope Horn Johanna Huffa Executive Producer & Director David Hayden Deputy Chief Executive Jane & David Hurst Edward James Dr Robert Lyons Department of State Development Mr Hugo Michell Graham & Judy James Abbie Johnstone David McKee AO & Pam McKee Director Ivy Entertainment Michele Lane Mr Nigel Relph (from June 2017) Hugo Michell Gallery John Phillips Diana Jaquillard Sue Lorraine Deputy Vice Chancellor and Vice President Roger & Helen Salkeld J Jefferson Tony Magnusson / External Relations & Strategic Projects Ms Amanda Pepe The Wood Foundation Anna Jurisic Melvin Mansell University of South Australia (until July 2017) Publishing Director Ann Kinnane Georgia Matthews Mr Mark Roderick (from Nov 2017) Opinion Media Mentorship Patrons Diana Laidlaw Annabel Matheson Managing Director The Langley Family Ross McHenry Perks Integrated Business Services Ms Anna Ross Richard & Cathy Fennell Macquarie Foundation Kylie Neagle Consultant Peter & Mary Hewett Mayfield Sonali Patel Professor Jennie Shaw Executive Dean - Faculty of Ms Emma Trengove Harley Hooper Fiona McLachlan Jenna Pippett Senior Investment Advisor Malcolm & Kristen Jackman Humanities and Social Sciences Sonya Perks Kate Power University of Adelaide Macquarie Private Wealth Macquarie Wealth Management Nicholas Pyne Elizabeth Reid Jane Michell Chris Raff Saskia Scott Mr Peter Walker Christopher Penny Peter Walker Fine Art Richard Ryan AO Georgie Simmons Amanda Pepe Alan Scott Lisa Slade Craig Whiteman (from Nov 2017) Charmaine Power Professor Jennie Shaw Karlien Van Rooyen Partner John Russell Karen Simpson Michelle Williams Ernst & Young Karen Thomas Anna & Darren Townsend Karen Wilson Emma Trengove Cherry Trengove Dan Withey Peter Walker Pamela Viant Alison Wotherspoon 39

2018 promises to be another AWARDS great year for the Helpmann Academy. We will be focusing 2018 Helpmann Academy A SNAPSHOT on connecting with our Graduate Exhibition Awards community of supporters, and working together to 2018 Jazz Awards provide unique and meaningful Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Award professional development opportunities for South The Peter Schodde Memorial Australia’s emerging creatives. Piano Scholarship OF 2018 The artists we work with never Mike Stewart Memorial Award cease to amaze us with their dedication and talent, and we Neil Curnow Award look forward to supporting and Helpmann Academy | Mill Dance celebrating their achievements. Award

RESIDENCIES

Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture Residency, USA British School at Rome Residency, Italy Jingdezhen Pottery Workshop Residency, China events in 2018 2018 Helpmann Academy OPPORTUNITIES Funding Opportunities Graduate Exhibition Sanskriti Kendra Residency, India Friday 16 February to IN 2018 Helpmann Fellowships, supported Sunday 11 March 2018 by The James and Diana Ramsay Foundation COMMISSIONS VIP VERNISSAGE Regular Grant Rounds The Wilson Vineyard Label 14 February 2018 Commission Round 1 opens in March Opening Night Round 2 opens in September 15 February 2018 MENTORSHIPS Graduation Activities A Night of Jazz Grants Women’s & Childrens Hospital May/June 2018 Opening in July Foundation Arts in Health Gallery Mentorship KALEIDOSCOPE EXHIBITION August 2018 Quick Response Grants Elevate Mentorship Program Open year round SALA Walk August 2018 CULTIVATE MASTERCLASS SERIES SUPPORTED BY END OF YEAR CELEBRATION BENDIGO AND ADELAIDE BANK AND FUNDRAISER November 2018 ACTIVATE SEMINAR SERIES

Visit: www.helpmannacademy.com.au for up to date information about our programs in 2018. 41 Courteney Cox, photo by Chris Herzfeld, Camlight Productions Last, but by no means least, we would like to acknowledge the gifted and dedicated emerging creatives that we have had the pleasure of working with over the past 12 months. Their tenacity and talent never ceases to amaze and inspire us. We encourage them to keep pushing forward with their careers, despite the challenges they face. We thank them for their hard work and creativity, and for their essential contribution to our cultural landscape.

Roxane Adams | Elyas Alavi | Gabriel Allani | Aleksandra Antic | Sophie Armstrong | Leo Ashenden | Matt Bailey Tamara Baillie | Gabrielle Ballard | Lachlan Barnett | Luke Bartholomew | Barbara Bartnik | Nerida Bell Steven Bellosguardo | Josh Belperio | Mitchell Bettison | Emily Bettison | Ashleigh Bevan | Tom Blackman Kiara Bleth | Christopher Boha | Kate Bohunnis | Natalie Bond | Tom Borgas | Felicity Boyd | Joan Boylan Katherine Bradfield | Lauren Brice | Emma Louise Brockliss | Tyson Brookhart | Bayley Broome-Peake | Jesse Budel Veronica Buhagiar | Madeline Bulmer | Rita Bush | Lewis But-Husaim | Madison Bycroft | Tim Carlier | Michael Carney Danielle Carter | Andrew Casey | Ryan Casey | Goretti Castle | Jacinta Catania | Anna Cecil | Roland Chan | Neville Cichon Kristen Coleman | Madeleine Collopy | Andra Cordell | Sophie Corso | Anthony Costanzo | Lewis Costin | Courteney Cox Bernadette Cranwell | Danielle Crisford | Steven Cybulka | Cayleigh Davies | Lawrence Davies | Amanda Davis Jack Degenhart | Eliza Dickson | Jasmine Dixon | Leanne Dixon | Mirjana Dobson | Kelly Doddridge | Kirra Doherty Ruby Dolman | Samantha Donvito | Olivia Dryden | Clarrie Duncan | Sarah Dunn | Makeda Duong | Tina Ebenreuter Khoa Edgecombe | Wendy Egan | Dani Ella | Tiphenie Evans | Lisa Fanto | Ciara Ferguson | Aaron Fickling | Nate Finch Liam Flemming | Alexander Flood | Annelise Forster | Tess Fowler | Amelia Fox | Kyle Fraser | Erin Fraser Bernadette Freeman | Chantel Frost | Steph Fuller | Lisa Furno | Lucy Gale | Laura Garcia | Max Garcia-Underwood Jorji Gardener | Zoe Gay | Darcy George | Connor Gibson | Samantha Gold | Sally Goldsmith | David Goodwin | Jake Goss Rebecca Graace | Nicola Grant | Sophie Green | Robbie Greenwell | Tahlia Grey | Juliette Griffin | Maksym Grynchuk Sierra Hackett | Leai Hage | Susie Hall | Becky Hall | Sam Hall | Ned Halliday | Ursula Halpin | Robert Hamood Tamara Hardman | Jade Harland | Lucy Hass-Hennessey | Yusuf Ali Hayat | Caitlyn Hearne | Patrick Heath eDuard Helmbold | Lauren Henderson | Jane Heron-Kirkmoe | Samuel Hicks | Sean Higgins | Bethany Hill | Marye Hobbs Miriam Hochwald | Gail Hocking | Tim Hodgins | Tim Hodgson | Bianca Hoffrichter | Gillian Holstein | Emma Hough-Hobbs Lou Howard | Jacob Howard | Jacinta Hriskin | Brianna Humbles | Annie Isaksson | Daniel Isler | Gemma Ivans Stephanie Jaclyn | Cameron James | Bianca Jane | Jakub Jankowski | Danny Jarratt | Kate Jarrett | Jacinta Jeffries Ashleigh Jocks | Jim Jones | Emilija Kasumovic | Kara Kellet | Bianka Kennedy | India Kenning | Glenda Kent Darelle Kenyon | Belinda Keyte | Jonathan Kim | Harry Kincaid | Hayden King | Patrick Klavins | Hasan Kourghi Jay Kowald | Scarlett Kraehe | Mieke Kriegesvelt | Ella Kroning | Dylan Kuerschner | Nica Kukolj | Nerissa Kyle Jemima Lambell | Kiah Lanagan | Michele Lane | Steven Lang | Temeka Lawlor | PJ Lee | Emma Leggett | Angus Leightn Paul Limpus | Simone Linder-Patton | Tiarna Linke | Kate Little | Harry Lochert | Suzie Lockery | Jay Lord | Marcus Louend Tracy Lymn | Madalene Macera | Lloma Mackenzie | Poppy Mae | Sophie Mahoney-Longford | Alysha Mallia | Nikki Marcel Bruce Marquis | Alice Marsh | Angus Mason | Annabel Matheson | Ellen McCarthy | Aidan McDonough | Emily McEvoy Rebecca McEwan | Jesse McKay | Michael McKechni | Erin McKellar | Finley McNeilage | Joanne Mildenhall | Nicole Miller Anna Malena | Persson Modig | Tom Moore | Jesse Moore | Sam Morris | Lucy Mount | Kiriaki Mouratidis | Sonya Moyle Joe Mueller | Wendy Muir | Eloise Murray | Anna Mycko | Ngoc Nguyen | Jeremy Nicholas | Kylie Nichols | Farhad Noori Caithlin O’Loghlen | Maggie O’Moore | Kate Oakenfold | Joshua Olavesen | Jayde Ormsby | Adam Ovadia Chanel Jade Panagiotas | Taylor Parham | Rachel Paturzo | Shannon Pearce | Nat Penney | Kyle Pepper | Alyssa Peters Liam Phillips | Arviegail Pineda | Milush Piochaud | Emilie Plunkett | Ann Podzuweit | Imogen Porteous | Luka Poulain Kate Power | Kate Alexandra Pulford | Thea-Nicole Pulmitan | Daniel Purvis | Amelia Racz | Georgia Raphael Abbey Rawson | Lenny Regione | Olivia Reynolds | Kelsey Reynolds | Tricia Righetti | Monique Robert | Kurt Roberts Charlotte Rollinson | Django Rowe | Emile Ryjoch | Alexander Salkicevic | Kia Saunders | Jesse Sciancalepore | Saskia Scott Cate Searson | Kaya Selby | Corey Skapin | Chelsea Smart | Clara Solly-Slade | Brianna Speight | Patrick Squire | Joy Stahl Kate Steinberg | Alana Stenning | Jack Strempel | Sarah Strum | Emma Sullivan | Zhaohong Sun | Petra Szabo “I’m so fortunate to have a funding body like Helpmann Shamim Tamassoki | Alexander Taylor | Christeen Tenni-Smith | Benno Thiel | Kelly Thomas | Daniel Thorpe | Lewis Todd Natasha Todino | Stacey Tonkin | Felicity Townsend | Sarah-Jayde Tracey | Milo Trnovsky | Maddie Trotter who are so supportive and encouraging of bridging Danae Underwood | Sonya Unwin | Lupa Valeriano | Jane Van Mierle | Karlien Van Rooyen | Mia Van den Bos | Stella Vänskä Tyler Venter | Danny Vines | Tanya Voges | Thomas Voss | Zachary Wachtel | Amelia Walmsley | Lee Walter | Clancy Warner the gap from education to becoming an emerging Chris Webb | Luke White | Bonnie White | Tim Whittington | Sally Wickes | Karrie Williams | Natalie Williams artist. I can’t wait to travel over mid next year and Bridgitte Williams | Simon Williams | Hanah Williams | Chloe Willis | Laura Wills | Molly Wilson | Min Wong | Mei Wong Zoe Woods | Jackson Wright | Morgan Wright | Greta Wyatt | Sorcha Yelland | Emmaline Zanelli | Jackie Zdanowicz return with a new vocabulary and awareness of body, Philippos Ziakas | Marissa Ziesing mind and self.” Courteney Cox helpmannacademy.com.au