In Conversation with Joanna Murray-Smith, facilitated by Melanie Tait (Currency Press Festival of Playwrights 2025)

Recorded at the Currency Press Festival of Playwrights 2025   Welcome to Country followed by Jordan Shea's Keynote Address - What is an Australian Play?   *** currency.com.au  

Recorded at the Currency Press Festival of Playwrights 2025   AUSTRALIAN PLAYWRIGHTS ON THE INTERNATIONAL STAGE: Not only are Australian plays being lauded on international stages, but Australian playwrights are also finding a place at leading theatre companies around the world 'on attachment', where they can hone their skills while making important connections for future possibilities. This panel discusses what it means for Australian plays and playwrights to be part of the international scene, the rewards and challenges of it, and the practicalities of making it happen.   FEATURING: Anthony Blair, Jane Harrison, and Tom Wright   CHAIR: Tommy Murphy   ***   currency.com.au    

Recorded at the Currency Press Festival of Playwrights 2025   PLAYWRIGHT CRUSH 1: Ryan Enniss and Joanna Erskine   ***   currency.com.au

Recorded at the Currency Press Festival of Playwrights 2025   WHEN THINGS GO WRONG: A series of anecdotes about mishaps large and small, and the necessity of fixing things on the run. It may sound superficial, but it speaks to theatre's intrinsic need for adaptability, resilience, and energy.    FEATURING: Virginia Gay and Paul Capsis   CHAIR: Wesley Enoch   ***   currency.com.au    

Recorded at the Currency Press Festival of Playwrights 2025   IN CONVERSATION WITH JOANNA MURRAY-SMITH facilitated by Melanie Tait. Includes excerpts from Murray-Smith's 'Julia' read by Katrina Foster.   ***   currency.com.au

We sat down with playwright Madelaine Nunn to hear more about her three plays published by Currency Press - 'Cactus', 'Garage Girls' and 'sitting, screaming'.    She shares her insights about the writing process, and also what it's like stepping into the role of actor and producer.   Listen to the end to find out more about a very exciting project coming to Melbourne Theatre Company in 2026!   Her plays are available at currency.com.au

We talk to Australian actor Francis Greenslade about his life, career, and what led him to write his book 'How I Learnt to Act: On the way to NOT going to drama school'.   Listen out for some entertaining anecdotes about working with some big names in TV and theatre, some unconventional acting tips, and the path he has forged for himself in a difficult industry.   ***   How I Learnt to Act is available on the Currency Press website

Recorded at the Currency Press Festival of Playwrights 2023   CONTENT WARNING/CANCEL CULTURE: We're living in an age when a media storm can shut down a show or even a festival. When the purpose of theatre is often to disrupt and to challenge societal norms, how do writers and producers walk the ever-evolving line to avoid cancellation?   Featuring Suzie Miller, Van Badham, and Suzy Wrong   Chair: Lee Lewis

Recorded at the Currency Press Festival of Playwrights 2023   Playwrights Melanie Tait and Sarah Carroll have a conversation about their careers and writing journeys.   ***   https://www.currency.com.au/authors/sarah-carroll/ https://www.currency.com.au/authors/melanie-tait/

Recorded at the Currency Press Festival of Playwrights 2023   GO YOUR OWN WAY: Being selected for a mainstage season is often viewed as the end goal for a playwright. But some of the most exciting theatre is created when a playwright teams up with a director to stage their own work.   Featuring Kenneth Moraleda, Jordan Shea, and Noëlle Janaczewska   Chair: Kate Gaul