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.

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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.

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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

Recorded at the Currency Press Festival of Playwrights 2023

STORY AS COMMODITY: Theatre is not just about entertainment, it is also a powerful vehicle for breaking down taboos and secrecy by bringing real-life stories to an audience who might otherwise be at a distance from some issues.

Featuring James Elazzi, Declan Furber Gillick, and Tiffany Wong

Chair: Wesley Enoch

Recorded at the Currency Press Festival of Playwrights 2023

WHEN OPINIONS DIFFER: Whose play is it? Where does it leave the playwright when the director or designer or dramaturg has a different vision?

Featuring Jane Harrison, Lee Lewis, and Chris Mead

Chair: Wesley Enoch

Recorded at the Currency Press Festival of Playwrights 2023

Finegan Kruckemeyer talks with Eva Di Cesare about his life, work, and influences. This episodes features readings from his plays.

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https://www.currency.com.au/authors/eva-di-cesare/

Recorded at the Currency Press Festival of Playwrights 2023

MIND THE POTHOLES: How does writing for, and working with, regional theatre companies compare with their city cousins? What role does geography play?

Featuring Karla Conway, Leland Kean, and Emily Steel

Chair: Marion Potts