Festival of New Work 2025

What are you applying for?

There will be several new works being workshopped and then presented to an audience during the festival, we are seeking actors and/or musicians who would be interested in being part of one of these workshops.

You will work with a team of writers and composers across multiple days to develop their works culminating in a concert-style presentation of their new musical. These presentations will be done in front of a paying audience.

This is a unique performance opportunity that will allow you to:

• Be a part of the workshop process for a new musical.
• Meet and make connections with other artists.
• Develop your skills to work fast and be adaptive within a condensed schedule.

You will receive a small fee for participating in the workshop. Additionally, there may also be other opportunities that arise from being a part of these workshops.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Friday 25 April, 5pm

What are you applying for?

As part of our Festival of New Work, the New Work Showcase is a special event celebrating fresh, exciting voices in Australian musical theatre and cabaret.

We’re inviting writers, composers and creatives to share a 15–20 minute excerpt from their current projects. This is your opportunity to present your work to a paying audience—whether it’s a brand-new concept or something about to debut.

Each night will feature four new works, with eight being selected in total. The events will be hosted by Hayes Theatre Co’s Co-Artistic Directors, Richard Carroll and Victoria Falconer.

This is a unique opportunity to:

• Share your work with a live audience.

• Connect with other writers, composers and creatives.

• Hear audience responses and spark future interest in your project.

You can perform the piece yourself, or bring in performers—totally up to you. While this isn’t a feedback session, the audience will have a chance to ask you questions after your presentation. A small fee will be paid to each selected team.

Click the link below to read our full info sheet and apply!

SHOWCASE DATES: Friday 18 July & Friday 25 July (you’ll only present on one)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Friday 9 May, 5PM