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Award-winning playwright and actor Kirsty Marillier spoke to us about her craft and latest project, DESTINY.

DESTINY was commissioned and developed through Melbourne Theatre Company’s Next Stage Writers program. Her debut play, ORANGE THROWER, premiered at Griffin Theatre Company and won the 2019 Rodney Seaborn Playwrights Award and the 2022 Nick Enright Prize at the NSW Premier’s Literary Awards. Kirsty has been a part of multiple creative programs including the Emerging Writers Group at Sydney Theatre Company […]

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The trailer has dropped for NCIS: SYDNEY Season 2!

Congratulations to production designer Tim Ferrier, returning from Season 1 doing more great work. Stream on Paramount+ February 7. @timferrierdesign@paramountplusau

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BIG congratulations to Declan Furber Gillick, whose play JACKY opens tomorrow at Belvoir St Theatre.

Commissioned by MTC, JACKY premiered in Melbourne in 2023 to standout reviews. “Thoughtful and furious, this production commands a visceral emotional response.” – The Guardian “JACKY is a play that should be seen by everyone in Australia.” – ArtsHub “Shocking comedy, clear-eyed courage… sharply delineated characters.” – Stage Whispers Photo credit: @piajohnsonphotography

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Reviews are in for SIEGFRIED AND ROY: THE UNAUTHORISED OPERA! According to TimeOut it “brings all the glitz, camp, and magic you could ever hope to have.”

Particular praise was given to Damien Cooper’s lighting design: “Damien Cooper works his own magic, creating curtains of light that allow for seamless scene changes and enable authentic feats of magic to be performed before our eyes.” – Jansson J. Antmann, Limelight. “It is Damien Cooper’s lights that imbue a sense of opulence that transports us to that space of […]

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The trailer for GOOD COP/BAD COP has dropped!

Trent O’Donnell was the set-up director with Gracie Otto directing episodes 2 and 3. Photo credit: Stan Australia

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Sydney Theatre Company’s SIEGFRIED AND ROY: THE UNAUTHORISED OPERA has its world premiere tonight as part of the Sydney Festival.

Chookas to Damien Cooper who designed the lighting for this opera about the wild rise and fall of the legendary Las Vegas magician duo. Image: Sydney Festival

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The final season of hit series BUMP is available to stream now on Stan.

Congrats to Izzy Khan who directed episodes 5, 6 and 7, and to Nick Coyle who returned to write episodes 2, 6 and 7.

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It’s been another massive year for Yellow Creative Management and our incredible clients who inspire us every day.

Looking back over 2024 we are proud to report that we: -Negotiated 300+ contracts for artist employment, advocating for fairer conditions including things like the artist’s right to receive superannuation;-Made 550+ targeted submissions for active jobs;-Set 400+ meetings for our clients to expand their networks, and chased thousands more;-Posted 113 times on Instagram to amplify our clients’ work, with hundreds […]

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Gemma Crofts is the co-creator of TWISTED, a new life-action series is based on the iconic work of ROUND THE TWIST creator, Paul Jennings.

Commissioned by Fremantle Australia, the 10 x 60-minute program will be a multigenerational watch, following characters in the small town of Twisted Creek as they try to recover from a life-changing event. Production will begin in 2025. Congratulations Gemma! Image: Paul Jennings / Allen and Unwin

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LAST BREATH film trailer has dropped! Costume Design by Vanessa Loh.

Starring Woody Harrelson and Simu Liu, the film is based on the true story of seasoned deep-sea divers who fight to rescue a crewmate trapped hundreds of feet underwater. Hitting cinemas on the 28th of February 2025. We can’t wait to watch!

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Yellow artists have contributed to six AACTA-nominated projects this year.

Congratulations to these incredible artists, whose work continues to shape the Australian Film and Television landscape. Best Drama Series:-HEARTBREAK HIGH S2 (Director Gracie Otto, Costume Designer Rita Carmody, Director’s Attachment Ismail Khan)-THE TWELVE S2 (Writer Anchuli Felicia King) Best Narrative Comedy Series:-AUSTIN (Costume Designer Vanessa Loh)-COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS S2 (Executive Producer and Director Trent O’Donell, Costume Designer Rita Carmody)-STRIFE (Showrunner […]

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STRIFE, created by Sarah Scheller, has been nominated for an AACTA Award for Best Narrative Comedy Series.

STRIFE broke records as Binge’s biggest ever original series premiere. Season 2 is currently in production. Congratulations Sarah!

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Director Trent O’Donnell has been nominated for an AACTA Award Best Direction in Drama or Comedy for COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS S2, E3.

Trent was nominated for an AACTA in 2023 for his direction of season 1. In a 5-star review, The Guardian said: “Smash-hit Aussie comedy is better than ever… Second season maintains the perfect balance of bonding banters, aggressive sniping and real emotion that made it such a joy the first time around.” Congratulations Trent!

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Costume Designer Rita Carmody has been nominated for an AACTA Award Best Costume Design in Television for HEARTBREAK HIGH S2, E1.

Rita won an AACTA in 2022 for her work on season 1. “The show has a big cast of diverse characters. It was important for me that they all looked like they came from the same area, at the same public high school, but had their own distinct style. We took inspiration from all over – Instagram, TikTok, fashion mags […]

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The brand-new show FAMILY NEXT DOOR is in production.

Showrunner and Executive Producer Sarah Scheller is bringing to life this mystery set in a quiet Victorian beachside cul-de-sac, adapted from Sally Hepworth’s best-selling novel of the same name. The crew of 175 people are filming the 6-part series on location in and around Melbourne’s bayside suburbs, as well as regional Victoria. FAMILY NEXT DOOR is a Beyond Entertainment and […]

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Congratulations to Lighting Designer Damien Cooper, who recently worked on Pinchgut Opera’s JULIUS CAESAR at City Recital Hall, which received glowing reviews.

 The Australian Arts Review said, “Damien Cooper’s often soft lighting also helps to evoke the dry desert air and general exoticism. Crisply drawn shadows add to the effect… It’s a handsome rendering.”  ★★★★★ Limelight★★★★★ Sydney Morning Herald  Photo credit: Brett Boardman

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To celebrate World Television Day, see what the critics have to say about some of Yellow artists’ iconic work in television…

1. MARY AND GEORGE (2024), writer Anchuli Felicia King “This audacious drama has poisonings by prune, lesbian affairs, murders, orgies… It is magnificent.” – The Guardian 2. THE SYMPATHIZER (2024), writer Anchuli Felicia King “Stresses that every story is the result of someone’s discretion – and no one’s account is ever definitive.” – The New York Times 3. COLIN FROM […]

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APPLE CIDER VINEGAR – A true-ish story based on a lie, about the rise and fall of a wellness empire; the culture that built it up, and the people who tore it down.

The teaser trailer has just dropped for Samantha Strauss’s Netflix series. Sam is showrunner, writer, EP and APPLE CIDER VINEGAR is produced by Sam’s company Picking Scabs and See Saw Films. Her fellow Yellow artist Angela Betzien wrote one episode and Jeffrey Walker directed. It’s going to be a wild ride.

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Writer and director Adrian Russell Wills has been storytelling through film and television for over two decades. In a short interview, Adrian shared insights about his artistry with us.

Adrian’s history of writing and directing includes landmark productions such as REDFERN NOW; WENTWORTH and THE NEWS READER, recently also writing and directing on Season 3 of the ROYAL FLYING DOCTORS. A longtime award-winning documentary maker, In 2024 Adrian received an ADG nomination for his autobiographical feature documentary KINDRED as well as receiving the MIFF Inaugural First Nations Film Creative […]

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Writer Anchuli Felicia King’s original play GOLDEN SHIELD has been turned into an audio production by LA Theatre Works.

GOLDEN SHIELD follows determined young attorney, Julie Chen (Angela Lin), as she spearheads a high-stakes class action lawsuit against an American tech giant for its involvement in the Chinese government’s internet firewall Golden Shield. You can listen to the production on Audible. The incredible cast includes: Seamus Patrick Dever as Larry Murdoch Fang Du as The Translator Greg Germann as […]

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Sophie Fletcher is Costume Designer on the Netflix Aussie-produced series HEARTBREAK HIGH S3.

The Netflix teaser is promising some iconic looks from Sophie. This is the third season of the hit-show, which made it onto Netflix’s global top 10 list of the most-watched shows, reaching 5.2 million views across the first 11 days of its release.

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Director Gracie Otto has been nominated for Best Direction of a Documentary Feature at the 2024 Australian Directors’ Guild Awards for her work on OTTO BY OTTO.

The intimate documentary explores Gracie’s relationship with her father, legendary Barry Otto, as she tries to capture his memories, before they disappear. OTTO BY OTTO has been described by The Guardian as a “nuanced portrait of a generational talent” that “blooms into a melancholy portrait of artistry and its burdens.” Congratulations, Gracie!

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Congratulations to directors of POPULATION 11 Helena Brooks and Trent O’Donnell, who have been nominated for Best Direction of a Comedy Series Episode at the 2024 Australian Directors’ Guild Awards.

Helena was nominated for episode 10 and Trent was nominated for episode 11. Population 11 follows the story of Andy Pruden (Ben Feldman), the estranged son of missing person Hugo Pruden (Darren Gilshenan), who travels from the United States to try and find his missing dad in a small outback town that only has 12 people living there. Photo credit: […]

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Michele Lee’s SHOULDER shortlisted for a Griffin Award

Michele Lee’s play SHOULDER was shortlisted for a Griffin Award this year.

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COUNTING AND CRACKING and FAN GIRLS came in as number one and number four in Artshub’s “the 5 best Australian plays of the 21st century.”

Voters could elect any Australian play written after 1 January 2000. Damien Cooper was the lighting designer for COUNTING AND CRACKING by S. Shakthidaran (image 1&2). David Fleischer was the production and costume designer for FANGIRLS by Yve Blake (image 3&4). Congratulations Damien, David and the creatives involved in these incredible productions!

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BLACK SNOW S2 trailer has dropped!

Yellow artists have made their mark on the series, Helena Brooks director of block 2, Katie Milwright cinematographer and Vanessa Loh has returned as costume designer. Set in the Glasshouse Mountains, Qld, Travis Fimmel returns as cold case detective Cormack, investigating the disappearance of Zoe Jacobs (Jana McKinnon), who went missing on her 21st birthday party in 2003. Season 1 […]

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Kit Brookman’s THE BEES ARE ALL DEAD shortlisted for Shane & Cathryn Brennan Prize

Kit Brookman’s play THE BEES ARE ALL DEAD was shortlisted for the Stage Category of the prestigious 2024 Shane & Cathryn Brennan Prize.

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Congratulations to Steven Arriagada, director and co-writer of the sci-fi horror feature film DO NOT [WAKE], which has received development funding from Screen Australia.

The film will be produced under CINAXIOM STUDIOS, co-owned by Steven with his creative partner Stefan Delatovic. Steven has written for BUMP (Stan) and multiple feature film projects for Toni Collette and Vocab Films. Steven’s short film NATHAN LOVES RICKY MARTIN was AACTA and Dendy nominated for Best Short Film. It ranked 6th in AACTA’s short films of the decade. […]

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Eloise Snape’s one-woman show PONY has received funding from Screen NSW through the Pathways Development Program. Both Eloise and director Anthea Williams will be developing the project with production company Drama Queen.

The original play was written by Eloise, directed by Anthea Williams and showcased at Griffin Theatre Company. The series follows the story of 30 something-year-old partygoer Hazel, who is on the cusp of motherhood and struggling with an identity crisis. Photo credit: Image from the original production of PONY at Griffin Theatre.

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Samantha Strauss is the lead writer and an executive producer on the all-star Australian production THE LAST ANNIVERSARY.

Based on Liane Moriarty’s novel of the same name, the Binge, BBC and AMC series has been commissioned by Foxtel Group. It is being produced by Nicole Kidman and Per Saari for Blossom Films with Bruna Papandrea from Made Up Stories, Fifth Season and Binge. The series stars Teresa Palmer, Miranda Richardson and Danielle Macdonald. Yellow client, writer and actor […]

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The Ensemble Theatre’s MCGUFFIN PARK opens tonight, staring Eloise Snape, an award-winning writer, actor, producer and voice artist.

Eloise heralds the show that sees chaos hit McGuffin when the mayor resigns just before the election. A rogue ‘sovereign citizen’ and two friends enter the race, but their friendship is pushed to the limit amidst a political mess of secrets and blackmail. Rehearsal photo by Prudence Upton Dates: 18 Oct – 23 Nov 2024 Location: Ensemble Theatre

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First look: NATURISM directed by Declan Greene!

For its 2025 season, Griffin Theatre will bring life to a baby boomer nudist community, living in an off-grid paradise. Amidst volatile weather conditions, an absence of clothing and an unexpected visitor – Gen Z eco-influencer Evangeline (pictured) – the play promises an adventure. Dates: 25 Oct – 15 Nov 2025 Location: Sydney Theatre Company Photo credit: Actor Camila Ponte […]

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Writer and Actor Gemma Bird Matheson spoke to us about her inspiring career journey: from background extra at age 12, to AWGIE and AACTA nominee and 2023 Talent Gateway recipient.

Gemma recently co-created the 6×6 min series ME & HER(pes). The series premiered at the Mardi Gras Film Festival in 2023, was nominated for an AACTA Award for Best Online Series and clocked over a million views in its first week on YouTube. Gemma’s original series THE HOUSEMATE was commissioned by ABC iView and her series 50 SHADES OF BLACK […]

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David Finnigan’s DEEP HISTORY opens at The Public Theatre

DEEP HISTORY has its Northern American premiere, opening at the Public Theatre tonight.

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Congratulations to the GILGAMESH team on a terrific run!

★★★★★ Sydney Morning Herald “Striking contemporary relevance” ★★★★ Stage Noise ★★★★ Limelight Suzy Goes Sees described Kip William’s Direction as having “visual flamboyance” and said that Elizabeth Gadsby’s Set Design “rises to the challenge”, with David Fleischer’s Costume Design being “truly exquisite.”

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STRIFE S2 begins filming

Sarah Scheller’s first series became Australian streamer Binge’s biggest original series premiere last year, prompting execs to set up a writers’ room for Season 2, with produciton now well underway.

The comedic drama follows Evelyn Jones (Asher Keddie), a modern, imperfect woman and publisher, on her journey from lounge room blogger to becoming a force in women’s media. It was inspired by Australian media personality and journalist Mia Freedman’s memoir Work, Strife, Balance.

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Kirsty Marillier’s DESTINY to premiere at Melbourne Theatre Company in 2025

Just announced! Playwright Kirsty Marillier’s latest work DESTINY will be showcased at Melbourne Theatre Company’s 2025 season.
Kirsty was commissioned to create the play through the prestigious NEXT STAGE Writers’ Program.
Congratulations Kirsty!!!

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GILGAMESH Premieres

GILGAMESH had its world premiere tonight last night, 26 September marking the first time Opera Australia has collaborated with Sydney Chamber Opera. Yellow artists are at the helm, with Kip Williams as Director, Elizabeth Gadsby as Set Designer, and David Fleischer as Costume Designer. We look forward to seeing how this production blends ancient and contemporary elements in the adaptation […]

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DEADLOCH SEASON 1 nominated for International Emmy

DEADLOCH S1 has been nominated as ‘Best Comedy’ for an International Emmy Award.

Congratulations to the outstanding trio of talent Writer Anchuli Felicia King, Director Gracie Otto and Cinematographer Katie Milwright worked on the dark and hilarious detective series.

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THE SYMPATHIZER and MARY AND GEORGE are a must-see in 2024

Writer Anchuli Felicia King is starting this year with a bang! Both THE SYMPATHIZER and MARY AND GEORGE have been listed on The Guardian’s must-watch list for 2024. https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2023/dec/28/the-must-see-tv-shows-to-look-forward-to-in-2024

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Dirty Films Aquires Film Rights to THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY Adaptation

The success of Kip Williams’s acclaimed adaptation, THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY, continues to soar. Having originated at the Sydney Theatre Company’s Roslyn Packer Theatre in November 2020 under the artistic direction of Kip Williams, Cate Blanchett’s Dirty Films has acquired the film rights with Kip Williams working on a treatment.

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GROWN UPS – Samantha Strauss to write and EP the screen adaptation

Thrilling news! Netflix UK have announced Samantha Strauss will write and EP the screen adaptation of Marian Keyes’ novel GROWN UPS. Sam’s company, Picking Scabs, is producing with See-Saw Films. The bestselling book will be an ensemble family drama and will shoot in Ireland. Like most families, the Caseys are a complicated bunch. Ever-shifting politics. Old and new resentments. Arguments […]

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ROYAL FLYING DOCTORS SERVICE S3

Wishing Adrian Russell Wills the best of luck shooting his block of ROYAL FLYING DOCTORS SERVICE S3. Adrian is directing 2 episodes this season as well as having written episode 6. The Royal Flying Doctors – people coming together in times of extreme adversity. Winner of Best Drama, 2024 Logies. Chookas Adrian!

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Congratulations Jennifer Irwin

Congratulations to the incredible Jennifer Irwin, who won the Jennifer Tate Costume Design for a Live Performance of Event Award at the 2024 APDG Awards over the weekend for her work on YULDEA with the Bangarra Dance Theatre.

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THE OFFICE

Australia’s very own version of THE OFFICE hits screens globally October 18 on Prime with Gemma Bird Matheson as part of the writing team.

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LAST KING OF THE CROSS Season 2 Trailer

LAST KING OF THE CROSS Season 2 trailer is here with Production Design by Tim Ferrier. Premiering exclusively on Paramount + 30th August.

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CRITICAL INCIDENT Premieres Today

CRITICAL INCIDENT premieres today on STAN. DOP Tania Lambert set up this six-part psychological thriller filmed in Western Sydney.

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SILENCE AND RAPTURE

Fusing music, movement and evocative lighting by Damien Cooper, SILENCE AND RAPTURE has mesmerized audiences. The collaboration of Sydney Dance Company and Australian Chamber Orchestra promises an evening where Limelight critics said “time seemed magically suspended.” “For Valve’s part, the collaboration of music and movement captured in Damien Cooper’s radiant lighting design and set to a framework conjured by Tognetti […]

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FANGIRLS Set to Take the UK by Storm

Following a run of sold-out shows across Australia, FANGIRLS is set to take the UK by storm under the creative eye of Production Designer David Fleischer. Dates: 23 July – 24 August 2024 Where: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, London 📷 Manuel Harlan  

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Opera Australia’s HAMLET

HAMLET, one of the most successful operas composed by an Australian, has made its Sydney Opera House debut with costume designs by Alice Babidge. Dates: 20 July – 9 August Tickets: https://opera.org.au/productions/hamlet-sydney 📷 Opera Australia

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CRITICAL INCIDENT Trailer

The trailer for CRITICAL INCIDENT has dropped. Tania Lambert served as the setup DOP on this psychological thriller premiering on STAN 12th August. https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=citical+incident+trailer+youtube&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8

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SUNNY NIGHTS in Production

Production for SUNNY NIGHTS, a new Stan Original Series, is underway in NSW. This eight-part dramedy series is executive produced and directed by Trent O’Donnell, with costume design by Rita Carmody. 📷 Will Forte, Trent O’Donnell and Darcy Carden from Sunny Nights. Image: Stan.  

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A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE – Set and Costume Design by Mel Page

Set and costume Mel Page brings the backdrop of 1940s New Orleans with a contemporary energy to the reimagining of Tennessee Williams’s A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE with the Melbourne Theatre Company. Dates: 9 JUL — 17 AUG 2024 Where: Arts Centre Melbourne, Playhouse 📸 Pia Johnson  

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Join us in congratulating Jennifer Irwin on her nomination in the 2024 APDG Awards.
Her costume designs for YULDEA have earned her a nomination for the Jennie Tate Costume Design for a Live Performance or Event Award. The awards will be held on August 24th.

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DRACULA – Kip Williams

Visionary director Kip Williams premieres an unmissable theatrical feat with the Sydney Theatre Company. Combining cutting-edge technology and visionary storytelling in the much-anticipated reimagining of DRACULA. 📸 Rene Vaile

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COUNTING AND CRACKING Opens for a Limited Sydney Season

A strictly limited season of COUNTING AND CRACKING opens today at the Carriageworks. This internationally acclaimed production features lighting design by Damien Cooper. Check it out before it heads to New York for its North American premiere. Dates: 29 June – 21 July 24  

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AMERICAN SIGNS Opens Today

Anchuli Felicia King’s darkly comedic one-performer show AMERICAN SIGNS opens today at the Sydney Theatre Company. This raw and daring contemporary work delves deep into the mess of corporate America. Dates: 15 JUN – 14 JUL 2024 Where: WHARF 2 THEATRE Tickets: https://www.sydneytheatre.com.au/whats-on/productions/2024/american-signs     Rene Vaile

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HORIZON a Feast of Cultural Richness and Groundbreaking Innovation

“Horizon is a feast of cultural richness and groundbreaking innovation. It’s one of the best things on Australian dance stages this year.” Sydney Morning Herald Bangarra Dance Theatre’s first mainstage international collaborative initiative, HORIZON, is a double bill currently running at the Sydney Opera House with Costume Design by Jennifer Irwin and Set Design by Elizabeth Gadsby. “Particularly exceptional were […]

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OTTO BY OTTO Streaming Now on Stan

Director Gracie Otto’s deeply intimate documentary of her father and Australian icon Barry Otto is streaming now on Stan. ★ ★ ★ ★ ‘An emotionally rich film that truly could not have been made by anybody else.’ The Guardian ★ ★ ★ ★ ‘One can hardly conceive of a more composed – or more impressive – piece of documentary filmmaking.’ […]

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LADIES IN BLACK – Directed by Gracie Otto

LADIES IN BLACK, directed by Gracie Otto,  premieres at 8:30pm on ABC TV tonight with all 6-parts streaming on ABC iview. Check out the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XzOQi6BXAE&t=21s

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HORIZON – Bangarra Dance Theatre

Bangarra Dance Theatre has opened HORIZON, playing at the Sydney Opera House until the 13th of July, featuring Costume Designs by Jennifer Irwin and Set Design by Elizabeth Gadsby.

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GRACIE OTTO Featured in Stellar Magazine

Gracie Otto is featured in Stellar magazine on stands today! Her documentary OTTO BY OTTO is making its debut at the Sydney Film Festival this weekend and will stream on Stan from June 16. Photography: @simonuptonphotos Styling: @irenetsolakas Hair: @travisbalcke Make-up: @kristyanlow Interview: @siobhanduck Editor-in-chief: @sarrahlemarquand

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AUSTIN Premieres 9 June 8:00pm

AUSTIN is almost here! Premiering Sunday, June 9th, at 8:00 p.m. on ABC TV and ABC iview, with a costume design by Vanessa Loh.  

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THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY Set for Broadway in 2025

Kip Williams’ THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY is set to play on Broadway in spring 2025, with Sarah Snook signed for the season. Kip Williams and producers Michael Cassel and Adam Kenwright have been scouting theatres, with an announcement to be confirmed next month.  

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THE CHERRY ORCHARD

Simon Stone’s THE CHERRY ORCHARD opens today at the LG Arts Center in Seoul. Mel Page served as the Costume Designer and Associate Set Designer. This adaptation of Chekhov’s tragicomedy is set against the backdrop of a modern, turbulent Korean society.

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COUNTING AND CRACKING Melbourne Premiere

Holding its Melbourne premiere tonight with lighting design by Damien Cooper, COUNTING AND CRACKING is a true family saga that follows four generations from 1956 to 2004—through family secrets, love, and upheaval with nineteen performers from six countries playing 50 different characters. Dates: Fri 31 May — 23 June Where: Union Theatre, University of Melbourne Tickets: https://tickets.rising.melbourne/counting-and-cracking

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COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS SEASON 2 Returns Today

COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS returns with Season 2 today! Get ready for the oh-so-relatable chaos with Celeste Barber and John Howard joining the cast. Creative Trent O’Donnell returns as director, with costume designs by Rita Carmody. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g72hEoXXuq8

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MOMENTA – Sydney Dance Company

Sydney Dance Company transcends physical limitations with Rafael Bonachela’s newest full-length work, MOMENTA, showcasing impressive set and costume design by Elizabeth Gadsby and striking lighting design by Damien Cooper. Premiering at the Roslyn Packer Theatre on 28 May. Dates: 28 May – 8 June 2024 Tickets: https://www.sydneydancecompany.com/performance/momenta

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Stan Original NUGGET IS DEAD: A CHRISTMAS STORY

Shooting has begun in Sydney for the Stan Original NUGGET IS DEAD: A CHRISTMAS STORY starring and co-written by Yellow Client Vic Zerbst and Jenna Owen.

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44 SEX ACTS IN ONE WEEK is the Highlight of the Brisbane Comedy Festival

“This outlandish and imaginative show is the highlight of Brisbane Comedy Festival.” Scenestr “A remarkably well-written, clever, and meaningful script.” Stage Whispers Written by playwright David Finnigan and presented by Clubhouse Productions, 44 SEX ACTS IN ONE WEEK is currently playing at the Brisbane Comedy Festival until 26 May and featured at the Edinburgh Fringe from 2 to 26 August. […]

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AUSTIN – Premieres June 9

AUSTIN will premiere June 9 on ABC TV and iview with costume designs by Vanessa Loh for this 8-part heart-warming, feel-good series, starring Love on the Spectrum’s Michael Theo alongside UK and Australian stars Ben Miller, Sally Phillips, Gia Caride and Roy Billing.  

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Writer Anchuli Felicia King’s Episode of THE SYMPATHIZER Drops Today!

Writer Anchuli Felicia King’s episode of THE SYMPATHIZER drops today! “The Sympathizer is audacious, ambitious, brilliant television.” TIME ” Can’t-miss TV magic.” Mashable “The Sympathizer, a darkly satirical look at the Vietnam War and its aftermath.” CNN ” It’s a gripping narrative from start to finish, that not only manages to tell a clear character-based story, but which also examines […]

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HEARTBREAK HIGH – Season 3 Confirmed

It’s official: Netflix has confirmed HEARTBREAK HIGH’s third and final season. Congratulations to the creatives and cast who saw season 2 premiere as one of the most popular shows on Netflix worldwide and #1 in Australia. Can’t wait to see what the final year of Hartley brings 💔

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ROCK ISLAND MYSTERIES – Episode Written by Gemma Bird Matheson

ROCK ISLAND MYSTERIES will commence filming its third season on the Gold Coast. Part of the writer’s room, Gemma Bird Matheson has written a series episode following five intrepid teenagers and their mystery-solving ways. Set to premiere on Network 10 and Paramount+ Australia in 2024.

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REVEALED: OTTO BY OTTO Will Play at Sydney Film Festival

Director Gracie Otto’s documentary OTTO BY OTTO has been announced to play at the Sydney Film Festival on the 8th & 9th June, and will be coming soon to STAN. Sydney Film Festival Tickets available here: https://www.sff.org.au/program/browse/revealed-otto-by-otto Photo by Peter Brew Bevan Dichotomia, Barry Otto 2008 National Portrait Gallery of Australia  

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THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY Finishes its Run on the West End

★★★★★ “A game-changing piece of theatre.” Daily Telegraph ★★★★★ “Beautiful, brilliant, maniacally unmissable.” The Guardian ★★★★★ “Brilliant in its conception as it is mesmerising in its execution.” Daily Mail ★★★★★ “This form-bending, innovative feat of a production and performance will have your jaw on the floor.” London Theatre ★★★★★ “An astonishing piece of theatre.” Financial Times After many rave reviews […]

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COUNTING AND CRACKING, Set for a Huge 2024

Internationally acclaimed COUNTING AND CRACKING is set for a huge 2024 with Lighting Designer Damien Cooper. Beginning in Melbourne with a highly anticipated debut at RISING, followed by a triumphant return to Sydney with the Belvoir St Theatre, then set to celebrate its North American premiere by opening THE PUBLIC theatres off-broadway season in New York! Melbourne: 31 May – […]

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DEEP HISTORY at THE PUBLIC

The Public Theater has announced its 2024-25 off-broadway season with DEEP HISTORY written and performed by David Finnigan, holding its North American premiere on October 10.

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COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS Season 2 Premieres 30th May

Get ready to laugh! COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS season 2 premieres on Binge 30th May with Trent O’Donnell directing and costume design by Rita Carmody.  

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TOP END BUD has started shooting, Costume Design by Sophie Fletcher

The Prime Video scripted series, TOP END BUD, has started shooting today with Costume Designer Sophie Fletcher. This 8-part series follows the 2019 box office hit Top End Wedding, set to launch on Prime Video in Australia and New Zealand.

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HEARTBREAK HIGH Costumes by Rita Carmody

HEARTBREAK HIGH and Rita Carmody’s costume designs have taken Netflix by storm. Refinery29 spoke to her to find out exactly where to shop the season 2 looks. https://www.refinery29.com/en-au/heartbreak-high-outfits  

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DEADLOCH – Must Watch TV Vanity Fair

DEADLOCH continues to impress, earning a spot on Vanity Fair’s 13 must-watch TV gems list. Shot in Tasmania with director Gracie Otto, DOP Katie Milwright, and Anchuli Felicia King as part of the writing team. Streaming on Prime Video. 🔗 https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/story/13-undersung-tv-gems-to-binge-right-this-second

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Katie Milwright Nominated for National ACS Award for Cinematography

Bravo to Katie Milwright, who has been nominated for the ACS 2024 National Awards for cinematography in both the best Drama Series and Serial TV & Comedy Series categories. The awards will be held on May 4th.

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RGB: Of Many, One Opens in Melbourne

“Magnificent from start to finish” (Limelight) RGB: Of Many, One, a Sydney Theatre Company production, opens in Melbourne tonight. This once-in-a-generation theatric event stars Heather Mitchell, with design by David Fleischer. Dates: 25 April – 12 May Where: Arts Centre Melbourne ★★★★★ – Sydney Morning Herald One of the all-time great performances. ★★★★★ – Stage Noise Yet another outstanding work […]

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HEARTBREAK HIGH #5 on Netflix World Wide

Term 2 of HEARTBREAK HIGH has made it to #5 in the world on Netflix! Congratulations to Gracie Otto, Rita Carmody and Izzy Khan on a sensational second season. Watch it now only on Netflix 💔

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Jeremy Sims to direct EVERYTHING I NEVER DID

Director Jeremy Sims is set to direct the new film EVERYTHING I NEVER DID, starring McKenna Grace. Expected to commence later in 2024, with further casting details yet to be announced.  

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Olivier Award Winning Productions

Congratulations to Kip Williams and Mel Page, who are both celebrating the following 2024 Olivier Award-winning productions; THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY at Theatre Royal Haymarket (Adapted and Directed by Kip Williams) 🏆Mithridate Award for Best Costume Design 🏆Best Actress INNOCENCE by Royal Opera at Royal Opera House (Costume Design by Mel Page) 🏆TAIT Award for Best New Opera Production

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SPARKLING DARKLY Monologues by Nick Coyle

SPARKLING DARKLY Monologues by Nick Coyle is holding its world premiere at the Old Fitz Theatre for a strictly limited season. This multi-genre experience is performed by Sandy Gore, Anna Houston, Ed Oxenbould, Andre de Vanny and Claudia Karvan. Dates: April 17-27 Where: The Old Fitz Theatre, Woolloomoolloo

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THE PRESIDENT – Costume and Set Design by Elizabeth Gadsby

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Congratulations Declan Furber Gillick

Congratulations to Declan Furber Gillick on winning the GREENROOM AWARD for OUTSTANDING NEW AUSTRALIAN WRITING, presented by the Melbourne Theatre Company.

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First Look Images of BLACK SNOW Season 2

First look images of BLACK SNOW season 2 have been released. Currently filming in Queensland with creatives Katie Milwright as set-up DOP, Helena Brooks directing, and Vanessa Loh as costume designer.

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HEARTBREAK HIGH Season 2 has Arrived

HEARTBREAK HIGH Season 2 has arrived, and it’s more chaotic than ever. Creatives include Director Gracie Otto, Directors Attachment Ismail Khan and Costume Designer Rita Carmody. Streaming now only on Netflix.

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WHITE FEVER – Bold and Hilarious

Bold and hilarious, WHITE FEVER premieres tonight at 9pm on ABC TV and all episodes streaming on ABC iView. Michele Lee wrote an episode of this 6-part series promising to be a ‘K-Pop-infused, action-packed, wild ride’.

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Green Room Awards Nominations

Congratulations to writer Declan Furber Gillick. His play JACKY has been nominated for the following Green Room Awards : OUTSTANDING NEW AUSTRALIAN WRITING / Declan Furber Gillick for JACKY presented by Melbourne Theatre Company OUTSTANDING ENSEMBLE / JACKY presented by Melbourne Theatre Company OUTSTANDING PRODUCTION / JACKY presented by Melbourne Theatre Company OUTSTANDING PERFORMER / Ngali Shaw for Jacky presented […]

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New Australian Masterpiece INTO THE SHIMMERING LIGHT

Premiering with the Sydney Theatre Company, the new Australian masterpiece INTO THE SHIMMERING WORLD features powerful costume and set design by David Fleischer. Dates: 2 April – 19 May Where: Wharf 1 Theatre

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THE LEWIS TRILOGY directed by Declan Greene

Three plays. One ensemble. THE LEWIS TRILOGY, staged by the Griffin Theatre, presents three of Nowra’s most iconic plays: Summer of the Aliens, Cosi and This Much is True, as they have never been seen before. Directed by Griffin’s very own Artistic Director and CEO, Declan Greene. Be quick – tickets are selling fast for this unmissable theatrical epic running […]

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INVISIBLE BOYS – Declan Greene

Images have been released of INVISIBLE BOYS. This original Stan series is currently filming in Western Australia, with an episode written by Declan Greene.

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REVEALED: OTTO ON OTTO

Coming soon to Stan, REVEALED: OTTO ON OTTO, a feature-length documentary directed by Gracie Otto about her father, Australian theatre and film icon Barry Otto.

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THE NARROW ROAD TO THE DEEP NORTH – Alice Babidge

Production has wrapped in Australia on THE NARROW ROAD TO THE DEEP NORTH. Alice Babidge served as Costume Designer and Production Designer on this 5-part series based on the Booker Prize-winning novel starring Euphoria and Saltburn star Jacob Elordi.

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Heartbreak High Series 2 Trailer is Here!

Are you ready? Heartbreak High Series 2 trailer is here! Director Gracie Otto, Costume Designer Rita Carmody, and new Yellow client and Gracie’s directors attachment, Ismail Khan all collaborated on season 2, streaming on April 11 only on Netflix.  

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New Client – Ismail Khan

** NEW CLIENT ALERT** Yellow Creative are thrilled to represent screenwriter and director Ismail Khan. Born and raised in south-west Sydney with Wailwan and Pakistani heritage, Ismail’s AFTRS master’s film SUNNIES won the Capa Prize for best fictional short in Asia-Pacific, as well as the Australian Short Film Today Audience Award and the Nicholas Baudin Prize for Best Short Film […]

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CRITICAL INCIDENT – Tania Lambert DOP

CRITICAL INCIDENT has recently wrapped production in Western Sydney. Tania Lambert served as DOP on ep1, 2, and 3 of this 6-part psychological crime thriller set to air later this year.

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BLACK SNOW Currently in Production

BLACK SNOW season 2 is currently in production in Queensland with director Helena Brooks, DOP Katie Milwright and costume design by Vanessa Loh.  

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POPULATION 11 – Premieres on Stan

Premiering today on Stan – POPULATION 11 directed by Trent O’Donnell and Helena Brooks. This 12-part comedy thriller stars Ben Feldman.

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GOOD COP/BAD COP – Trent O’Donnell and Gracie Otto

Directors Trent O’Donnell and Gracie Otto are about to start shooting GOOD COP/BAD COP in Queensland. This comedic crime series starring Leighton Meester and Australian actor Luke Cook will stream on Stan.

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BALEEN MOONDJAN World Premiere

The 2024 Adelaide Festival opens tonight with the world premiere of BALEEN MOONDJAN. This visually spectacular piece combines contemporary dance and narrative storytelling with Costume Design by Jennifer Irwin and Lighting Design by Damien Cooper. Dates: 28th February – 2nd March Where: Glenelg (Pathawilyangga) Beach – Kaurna Country

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MARY AND GEORGE – Premieres March 5

MARY AND GEORGE, starring Julianne Moore, premieres March 5. Anchuli Felicia King wrote one episode of this limited psychodrama based on the true story of Mary Villiers and her son, who schemed, seduced and killed to conquer the Court of England and the bed of King James I. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYI7FtJr20c&t=3s  

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RIVER – Lighting Design by Damien Cooper

Closing tonight in Perth is RIVER, an awe-inspiring combination of music, captivating cinematography and narration from award-winning actor Willem Dafoe. Performed live by the ACO and lighting design by Damien Cooper. ★★★★★ “a powerful, spellbinding marriage of music and image” – Limelight

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THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY has Officially Opened

Kip Williams’s adaptation of THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY, starring Sarah Snook, has officially opened its limited season at the West End’s Theatre Royal Haymarket.

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FIVE BLIND DATES streaming on Amazon

Costume designer Rita Carmody’s FIVE BLIND DATES is streaming just in time for Valentine’s Day on Amazon.

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RBG: OF MANY, ONE has returned for an encore limited season

After a sold-out premiere season in 2022, the smash-hit production RBG: OF MANY, ONE with designer David Fleischer has returned in 2024 for an encore limited season. Dates: 14 Feb – 30 Mar 2024 Where: Drama Theatre, Sydney Opera House ★★★★★ The Sydney Morning Herald ★★★★★ Stage Noise ★★★★½ ArtsHub ★★★★½ The AU Review ★★★★ Time Out ★★★★ Limelight

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First Look Pictures of Kip William’s THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY

First look pictures of Sarah Snook in Kip Williams’s adaptation of THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY. Running for a limited season at the West End’s Theatre Royal Haymarket.

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THE PRESIDENT – Elizabeth Gadsby

THE PRESIDENT is the first-ever co-production between the Sydney Theatre Company and Dublin’s Gate Theatre. Starring Hugo Weaving and Olwen Fouéré, set design by Elizabeth Gadsby. Opening: Ireland – February Sydney – Aprilel

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First look at POPULATION 11

First look of POPULATION 11 premiering on Stan March 14. This 12-part comedy crime thriller directed by Trent O’Donnell and Helena Brooks was shot in Western Australia’s Kimberley Region.  

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Heartbreak High Season 2 Premieres on April 11

Just announced 📣 HEARTBREAK HIGH Season 2 will premiere on Netflix on April 11, directed by Gracie Otto and costume design by Rita Carmody.

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56th Annual AWGIE Awards Nominees

The 56th Annual AWGIE Awards will be held on 15 February. Good luck to Yellow Creative nominees: Elise McCredie –Nominated for Television – Limited Series for THE CLEARING episode ‘Maitreya’ Gemma Bird Matheson – nominated for – Children’s Television – ‘C’ Classification (Children’s – 5–14 Years) MIKI VS THE WORLD: Season 2, episode ‘Broken Hearts and Stinky Farts’

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FIVE BLIND DATES – Rita Carmody

See Costume Designer Rita Carmody’s work in FIVE BLIND DATES, premiering on February 13th. Presented by Amazon Studios and Goalpost Pictures, Shuang Hu leads a talented cast as Lia, a 20-something Chinese-Australian tea shop owner searching for love, family, and cultural connection.

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MEDEA – costume design by Mel Page

Opera Narodava is currently running MEDEA in co-production with the Salzburger Festspiele. Costume design by Mel Page.

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2023 Sydney Theatre Awards have been announced

The nominations for the 2023 Sydney Theatre Awards have been announced. Congratulations to the Yellow Creative clients who have been nominated in the following categories; Best Costume Design of a Mainstage Production Elizabeth Gadsby – THE VISITORS Best Lighting Design of a Mainstage Production Damien Cooper – MACBETH Best New Australian Work Anchuli Felicia King – THE POISON OF POLYGAMY […]

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PRAISE KINK – Hannah Reilly

“Joke-a-minute writing” – The Guardian “Masterful. A fresh, uplifting show for our times” – Gale Edwards OAM “Genuinely hilarious…charisma that leaps off the stage” – Timeout PRAISE KINK is a brand-new, limited, and intimate series of songs, stories and unexpected life lessons written and performed by Hannah Reilly.

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APPLE CIDER VINEGAR – Samantha Strauss

So thrilled that the cat is out of the bag with Deadline reporting about amazing showrunner, writer and producer Samantha Strauss, who is in production on APPLE CIDER VINEGAR starring Kaitlyn Dever, Alicia Debnam-Carey and Aisha Dee. Jeffrey Walker is directing, and Sam’s company, Picking Scabs, is producing with See-Saw Films and Netflix. Yellow’s fabulous writer Angela Betzien wrote an […]

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2024 AACTA Award Nominees

The 2024 AACTA Award nominees have been announced! Congratulations to the following Yellow Creative clients in the following categories; Best Cinematography in Film – SWEET AS – Katie Milwright Best Cinematography in Television – DEADLOCH – Episode 1 – Katie Milwright Best Cinematography in Television – EROTIC STORIES – Episode 2 – Tania Lambert Best Screenplay in Television – THE […]

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STRIFE Premieres

STRIFE premieres today on Binge. Adapted for screen by Sarah Scheller in collaboration with Made Up Stories, this six-part comedy series stars Asher Keddie and is inspired by Mia Freedman’s memoir ‘Work, Strife, Balance’.

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OIL – David Fleischer

★★★★★ Cultural Binge ★★★★ ½ Suzy Goes See ★★★★ The Guardian ★★★★ Time Out ★★★★ Limelight ★★★★ Australian Book Review ★★★★ StageNoise The Sydney Theatre Company presents OIL, with costume design by David Fleischer. Playing at the Wharf 1 Theatre until 16 December 2023.

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THE ARTFUL DODGER

Ladies and gentlemen, THE ARTFUL DODGER will see you tomorrow! Two episodes directed by Gracie Otto, streaming exclusively on #DisneyPlus from November 29.

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MEFISTOFELE – Set and Costume Design by Mel Page

The Teatro dell’Opera di Roma is opening its new season on November 27th with Boito’s MEFISTOFELE, set and costume design by Mel Page.

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Alice Babidge – The Sydney Morning Herald

“My expectation of what I’m supposed to do and deliver is the same, whether for an audience of five or 5 million.” Congratulations to Alice Babidge for her recent feature in The Sydney Morning Herald, “The Aussie designer taking on Hollywood”, highlighting her recent work in FOE starring Paul Mescal and Saoirse Ronan. https://www.smh.com.au/culture/movies/dressing-paul-mescal-and-saoirse-ronan-the-aussie-designer-taking-on-hollywood-20231103-p5ehe5.html

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World Premiere of writer Michele Lee’s HOW DO I LET YOU DIE

The world premiere of Hmong-Australian writer Michele Lee’s HOW DO I LET YOU DIE is on Wednesday, 22nd November, at the Art House, Melbourne. This multimedia monologue weaves together phone calls, Asian ghost tropes, Hmong horror stories and an adult child accepting the eventual death of their parents, assembled by an extraordinary team of Asian-Australian artists. Dates: Wednesday 22 – […]

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Congratulations Kate Milwright

The 57th Victorian and Tasmanian ACS Awards for Cinematography was held over the weekend, a huge congratulations to Katie Milwright for winning the following; The Gold Award for Serial TV & Comedy for DEADLOCH Season 1 Episode 1 The Gold Award for Drama Series for THE CLEARING Season 1 Episode 1 The Silver Award for Feature Films (budget $3 million […]

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THE SEAGULL – Sydney Theatre Company

Set designer David Fleischer has collaborated with the Sydney Theatre Company for THE SEAGULL, a new adaptation by Andrew Upton of Chekhov’s first great masterpiece. This production will see Sigrid Thornton return to the STC. Previews 21 – 24 Nov 2023 Season 27 Nov – 16 Dec 2023 Roslyn Packer Theatre

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The Official Trailer for STRIFE is Here

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Congratulations Gracie Otto and Helena Brooks – nominated for the ADG Awards

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Episode of WHITE FEVER written by Michele Lee

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Just Announced: Gracie Otto to direct LADIES IN BLACK

Just Announced: Gracie Otto will direct the new ABC series LADIES IN BLACK. This six-part drama series will be shot in South Australia and star Debi Mazar (Younger, Entourage), Miranda Otto (The Clearing, Talk to Me) and Jessica De Gouw (The Drover’s Wife: The Legend of Molly Johnson, The Secret She Keeps).

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NCIS SYDNEY – production design by Tim Ferrier

NCIS SYDNEY, featuring production design by Tim Ferrier, premieres November 10, streaming on Paramount+ Australia.

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Sydney Theatre Company – OIL

STC’s season of OIL begins tomorrow night. Presented in the Wharf’s new in-the-round configuration with costume design by David Fleischer. AACTA Award-winner Brooke Satchwell features in her STC debut in a production promising an epic, globe-trotting, century-crossing night of theatrical magic. Dates: 10 Nov – 16 Dec 2023

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First release photo of the West End’s THE PORTRAIT OF DORIAN GRAY

First release photo of Sarah Snook in the West End’s THE PORTRAIT OF DORIAN GRAY. Adapted and directed by Kip Williams (represented by Yellow Creative), the production was first seen at the Sydney Theatre Company in 2020.

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Sci-Fi Thriller FOE is released in cinemas today

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Sydney Dance Company presents SOMOS

Sydney Dance Company presents SOMOS, a world premiere with Lighting Design by Damien Cooper. This new work by Rafael Bonachela features intimate solos, duets and trios with a distinct Spanish flavour. Dates: 1 November – 18 November Location: Neilson Studio at Sydney Dance Company

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EROTIC STORIES premieres

“Tantalising, bingeworthy and full of heart. Don’t miss it!” News Corp EROTIC STORIES is now available on SBS on Demand. DOP Tania Lambert shot this 8-part series produced by Lingo. “A thoroughly original work that pulsates with energy as it propels a diversity of protagonists to centre stage.” SMH/THE AGE “The new Australian anthology series presents sex that’s fun, respectful, safe… […]

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FANGIRLS opens in the UK in 2024

After multiple sell-out runs across Australia, the multi-award-winning pop musical phenomenon FANGIRLS will open in the UK in 2024, with production designed by David Fleischer on this new production. ★★★★★ “This pop musical will probably change your life” Time Out Australia ★★★★★ “Believe the hype. The FANGIRLS phenomenon is real!” Limelight ★★★★ “FANGIRLS is sure to become an iconic hit” […]

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WHILE THE MEN ARE AWAY Premieres

WHILE THE MEN ARE AWAY premieres today on SBS and SBS on Demand. Co-creator Monica Zanetti has also directed and written an episode of this eight-part queer dramedy series.

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THE VISITORS – Production Design by Elizabeth Gadsby

★★★★ “Designer Elizabeth Gadsby has created an evocative set.” Limelight A new production of the award-winning THE VISITORS is playing as part of Sydney Opera House’s 50th anniversary program. Co-produced by the Sydney Theatre Company and Moogahlin Performing Arts with Production Design by Elizabeth Gadsby. ★★★★★ “The simple yet detailed staging by Elizabeth Gadsby replicates a beautifully imagined coastal landscape […]

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Sydney Theatre Company 2024 Season

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New Client – Vic Zerbst

** NEW CLIENT ALERT ** Yellow Creative Management is proud to announce we are now representing Vic Zerbst! Vic is an award-winning comedy writer and director. Their work with THE FEED comedy team for SBS has amassed over 80 million and resulted in 3 AWGIE Awards. Vic was the 2020 recipient of the ATYP Rebel Wilson Commission, for which they […]

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FOE in Cinemas October 6

Costume designer Alice Babidge brings the not-to-distant future to life in the upcoming Sci-Fi Thriller FOE, exclusively in cinemas from October 6.

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THE ARTFUL DODGER – Release Date

Disney+ have announced the release date for their second Australian-produced scripted series. THE ARTFUL DODGER will premiere November 29. Gracie Otto has directed two episodes of this irreverent follow-up to Charles Dickens’ Oliver Twist.

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WHILE THE MEN ARE AWAY

WHILE THE MEN ARE AWAY premieres on SBS and SBS on Demand Wednesday, 27 September. Yellow Creative client Monica Zanetti is not only a co-creator of this series but also a writer and director of an episode.

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Congratulations Costume Designer Jennifer Irwin APDG Outstanding Contribution to Design Award

Massive congratulations are in order for Costume Designer Jennifer Irwin. Jennifer is the 2023 APDG (Australian Production Design Guild) recipient of the Cameron’s Management Outstanding Contribution to Design Award. Currently, Jennifer’s work is on display at the Powerhouse Museum’s 1001 REMARKABLE OBJECTS exhibition, where the 2000 Olympics costume she designed for Kylie Minogue is featured. This is part of the […]

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2023 APDG Award Winner – Tess Schofield

Congratulations to Yellow Creative client Tess Schofield, announced winner of the prestigious 2023 APDG Award for Costume Design for a Feature Film: THIRTEEN LIVES.

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2023 APDG Award Winner – Rita Carmody

Congratulations to Yellow Creative client Rita Carmody, announced winner of the prestigious 2023 APDG Award for, Costume Design for a Television Production: HEARTBREAK HIGH.

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Currency Press Festival of Playwrights

This morning Declan Furber Gillick takes the stage as a panellist at the Currency Press Festival of Playwrights to discuss how real-life stories by First Nations and People of Colour break down unimaginative conceptions of ‘diversity’ in the predominantly white, middle-class space of Australian theatre.

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1001 REMARKABLE OBJECTS the Powerhouse Museum

Embark on a journey across time and memory with the Powerhouse Museum’s 1001 REMARKABLE OBJECTS exhibition opening today. Exhibition design features Lighting Design by Damien Cooper. Powerhouse Ultimo 26 August – 31 December 2023 Free, no registration required

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YELLOW CREATIVE Celebrates 13 Years in Business

YELLOW CREATIVE is celebrating 13 years in business this weekend! Welcome to our terrible teens. It’s been a wild ride so far, and it truly feels like it’s only the beginning. We are very proud to partner with our amazing clients, who are some of Australia’s leading directors, designers, below-the-line creatives, screenwriters and playwrights working all over the planet! We […]

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Opera Australia – MISS SAIGON

Opera Australia’s MISS SAIGON has opened at the Opera House. Costume Designer Jennifer Irwin created costume designs for Seann Miley Moore, starring as The Engineer in Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed new production. Dates: Sydney 17 August – 13 October 2023 Venue: Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House

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IDK – Damien Cooper

Lighting Designer Damien Cooper is part of the creative team premiering a brand new performance piece IDK by Australian movement-based theatre company Force Majeure. Sydney: 23 – 26 August 🔗 https://carriageworks.com.au/events/idk/ Melbourne 30 August – 2 September 🔗 https://www.artshouse.com.au/events/idk/

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MIFF First Nations Film Creative Award Winner Adrian Russell Wills

Congratulations to Yellow Creative client, Wonnarua man Adrian Russell Wills for winning the Melbourne International Film Festivals inaugural First Nations Film Creative Award in junction with Wodi Wodi woman Gillian Moody for their film KINDRED, an autobiographical story about the complexities of being an Aboriginal child raised in a white world.

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THE GREEK PASSION – Salzburg Festival

A new production of THE GREEK PASSION has been unveiled at the prestigious Salzburg Festival this August, with compelling costumes designed by Mel Page.

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Opera Queensland’s COSI FAN TUTTE

Set and Costume Designer Elizabeth Gadsby has created a visual feast for Opera Queensland’s COSI FAN TUTTE, running 10 August – 26 August at the Playhouse, QPAC.

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THE OTHER SIDE OF ME

Costume Designer Jennifer Irwin has collaborated with Gary Lang NT Dance Company on the world premiere of THE OTHER SIDE OF ME, a powerful and moving true-life story of a young Aboriginal man exploring identity, justice and otherness. Running in association with the Darwin Festival until 12 August.

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THE WEEKEND

THE WEEKEND, a brilliant, hilarious and touching new adaptation of Charlotte Wood’s bestselling novel, opens on 9 August at the Belvoir Street Theatre with Lighting Design by Damien Cooper. “This is a special play – moving, honest, thoughtful, and a gift for three of our finest actors. This is heartland stuff.” Eamon Flack, Belvoir Artistic Director.

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ON THE BEACH Reviews

“Australian theatre at its finest” ArtsHub ON THE BEACH must close 12 August at the Roslyn Packer Theatre Sydney. ★★★★★ Time Out ★★★★★ ArtsHub ★★★★★ The Au Review ★★★★ The Guardian ★★★★ Suzy Goes See Creatives of this evocative theatre piece include Artistic Director Kip Williams, Lighting Designer Damian Cooper and Costume Designer Mel Page. Artistic Director Kip Williams is […]

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ON THE BEACH Directed by Kip Williams

ON THE BEACH, directed by Kip Williams and commissioned by the Sydney Theatre Company, premieres tonight. This vast, poetic, haunting story of community, dignity and love in dark times runs at the Roslyn Packer Theatre until 12 August.

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MOTHER AND SON – Rita Carmody

The highly anticipated revival of the beloved Australian sitcom MOTHER AND SON will premiere on 23 August at 8:30pm on ABCTV and ABC iview. Rita Carmody is the costume designer of this new series. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qiqFlu3StiE

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LAST BREATH – Vanessa Loh

Filming now in Malta is LAST BREATH, with costume designer Vanessa Loh. This deep-sea thriller stars Woody Harrelson, Simu Liu and Djimon Hounsou.

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2023 APDG Awards Nominees

Yellow Creative Management are delighted to share that several of our clients have been announced as nominees for the prestigious 2023 APDG Awards. David Fleischer – Designer for BLITHE SPIRIT Vanessa Loh – Costume Designer for BLACK SNOW Rita Carmody – Costume Designer for HEARTBREAK HIGH Tim Ferrier APDG – Production Designer for BALI 2002 Jennifer Irwin APDG – Costume […]

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YULDEA – Reviews

★★★★ “A visually rich production” Time Out Set Designer Elizabeth Gadsby and Costume Designer Jennifer Irwin, both represented by Yellow and creatives on Bangarra Dance Theatre’s newest production YULDEA, currently playing at the Sydney Opera House until 15 July. ★★★★★ Artshub “The set designed by Elizabeth Gadsby is formed principally of two arcs. Married with Karen Norris’ lighting design, the […]

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MY BRILLIANT CAREER – Reviews

Bravo to David Fleischer, Set and Costume designer for MY BRILLIANT CAREER, part of the Queensland Ballets Trilogy programme. David’s work on this world-premiere ballet is described as; “An ingenious set with costumes that evoke fashions of the era” Bachtrack “A cleverly designed set piece creates the different inside and outside settings of the story” Dance Australia “The design is […]

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THE POISON OF POLYGAMY – Reviews

“From the beginning to the end, this is one very powerful play. Written brilliantly by Anchuli Felicia King” Hush Hush Biz Anchuli Felicia King’s THE POISON OF POLYGAMY is currently playing with the Sydney Theatre Co until 8 July. “A brilliant success” The Conversation “The Poison of Polygamy is a Triumph” The Saturday Paper “A beautifully crafted work” ArtsHub “THE […]

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West Australian Ballets SLOW HAUNT – Damien Cooper Lighting Design

Lighting Designer Damien Cooper (represented by Yellow Creative) has collaborated with choreographer Melanie Lane and costume designer Akira Isogawa for West Australian Ballets SLOW HAUNT, inspired by the mythical world of Giselle and part of STATE, a collection of contemporary ballet works. ★★★★ ‘A completely mesmerising, yet deathly underworld landscape’ ARTS HUB Dates: 23 June – 1 July Tickets: https://tickets.waballet.com.au/events/state2023 […]

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THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY Opening at the Theatre Royal Haymarket in London’s West End

Just Announced 📣 Emmy-nominated actress Sarah Snook (Succession) will star in Kip Williams’ adaption of Oscar Wilde’s THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY, opening at the Theatre Royal Haymarket in London’s West End in January 2024 for a limited 12-week season.

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PHAEDRA – Released on National Theatre at Home

★★★★ “A must-see” Evening Standard ★★★★ “A stunningly sharp, hugely entertaining evening” The Times ★★★★ “A masterfully staged tale for the 21st century” Telegraph ★★★★ “Sparky, hilarious and lightning-quick” Independent Writer-director Simon Stone’s unmissable play PHAEDRA has now been released on National Theatre at Home for audiences to enjoy worldwide. Yellow Creative represented Costume Designer and Associate Set Designer Mel […]

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Queensland Ballet – MY BRILLIANT CAREER – Set and Costume Design by David Fleischer

MY BRILLIANT CAREER, part of a mixed triple bill, TRILOGY, has had its world premiere with the Queensland Ballet. Based on the celebrated novel by Stella Maria’ Miles Franklin’, set and costume designer David Fleischer (represented by Yellow Creative) brings early 20th Australia to the stage for this exciting one-act ballet.

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The Australian Ballet’s double bill IDENTITY has moved to Melbourne

The Australian Ballet’s double bill IDENTITY has moved to Melbourne. Yellow Creative proudly represents composer Christopher Gordon, whose musical score for Alice Topp’s PARAGON honours and celebrates the company’s rich 60-year history and welcomes some of The Australian Ballet’s most iconic former dancers back to the stage alongside current company dancers. 📷 Fiona Tonkin and Adam Bull by Daniel Boud

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KINDRED – World Premiere

The 70th Sydney Film Festival is proudly presenting 14 remarkable feature films by First Nations creatives in its 2023 program. Yellow Creative are thrilled to represent Wonnarua man Adrian Russell Wills, writer, director and subject of KINDRED, a deeply personal documentary holding its world premiere tonight and screening again at 9:30am tomorrow at the State Theatre.

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YULDEA Premieres

Tonight the Bangarra Dance Theatre premieres YULDEA, a ceremonial affirmation of history and heritage. Set designer Elizabeth Gadsby and costume designer Jennifer Irwin, represented by Yellow Creative, bring the desert to the stage where YULDEA awakens the earth and sky worlds to tell the story of the Anangu people of the Great Victorian Desert. Tickets: https://www.bangarra.com.au/productions/yuldea/ Dates: Gadigal Country Sydney […]

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GOLD DIGGERS – Four Episodes Directed by Helena Brooks

Mark your calendars! ABC TV’s new riotous eight-part comedy GOLD DIGGERS premieres July 5th on ABC TV and ABC iview. Filmed in the historic Victorian goldfields and Melbourne, with four episodes directed by Helena Brooks. Here’s a sneak peak; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LOXiMlEGLzw

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SCENES FROM THE CLIMATE ERA has Premiered to Rave Reviews

“A compelling evening in the theatre” Australia Stage. David Finnigan’s SCENES FROM THE CLIMATE ERA has premiered to rave reviews. ★★★★★ “This is theatre doing what it was made to do” LIMELIGHT ★★★★★ “Ridiculously amusing and terrifyingly accurate” The Au Review ★★★★ “David Finnigan’s latest work is kaleidoscopic, using darkly comedic short plays to tell a much grander tale of […]

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QUEEN OF OZ – Production Design by Tim Ferrier

Spoilt, and anarchic, Catherine Tate is QUEEN OF OZ Filmed in Australia with production design by Tim Ferrier, represented by Yellow Creative. The Australian release date of this six-part series is yet to be announced. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ab_iMq06xEw  

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RISING FESTIVAL

RISING FESTIVAL opens today.
Music, food, arts and culture, all under moonlight in the heart of Melbourne.
Yellow Creative are proud to represent Gideon Obarzanek, Co-Artistic Director and Co-CEO. Dates: 7-18 June Schedule: https://rising.melbourne/festival-program?view=schedule Sneak Peak: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEj39BLpUfY

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Green Room Awards Winner – Kip Williams

🏆 Congratulations, Kip Williams, for winning “Best Production” AND “Outstanding Direction” in the Theatre Companies category at the Green Room Awards for THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY, presented by the Michael Cassel Group, a Sydney Theatre Production🏆

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JACKY Premieres

Lucky enough to be in Melbourne this June? Check out the premiere season of JACKY, a sharp, quick-witted play about family, community, work and culture that examines the personal costs of navigating it all in contemporary Australia by playwright Declan Furber Gillick. ★★★★★ ‘Enormously entertaining, hilarious and heartbreaking.’ Artshub ★★★★ ‘Equal parts funny, enlightening and disturbing.’ Theatre Matters ‘Thoughtful and furious.’ The […]

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DEADLOCK – Trailer

DEADLOCH premieres globally and exclusively on Prime Video today! Yellow Creative is proud to represent Anchuli Felicia King as part of the writing team, Katie Milwritght as DOP for four episodes and Gracie Otto as director of two episodes. Check out the trailer;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRYlkqIK_4A

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SCENES FROM THE CLIMATE ERA by Playwright David Finnigan

SCENES FROM THE CLIMATE ERA, by playwright and climate expert David Finnigan, captures the exhilaration, frustration and fascination of living in a time of total environmental change. Opening at the Belvoir Street Theatre May 31st.

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MARY AND GEORGE – Anchuli Felicia King

First-look images of MARY AND GEORGE starring Julianne Moore. This eight-part limited series is based on the true story of Mary Villiers, Countess of Buckingham, who in 17th century England moulded her son George to seduce King James I and became his all-powerful lover. Out later this year with one episode written by Anchuli Felicia King.

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THE DEB – Screenplay by Hannah Reilly

Just announced: Rebel Wilson is directing her first feature film, THE DEB, a musical comedy about a Debutante Ball set in outback Australia. Hannah Reilly has written both the screenplay and the stage play, which originally premiered at Sydney’s Australian Theatre for Young People in 2022. Production is set to begin in September.

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THE CLEARING on Disney Plus

THE CLEARING premieres globally on Disney Plus tonight. Co-creator Elise McCredie, DOP/cinematographer Katie Milwright, and director of four episodes Gracie Otto are all represented by Yellow Creative. ‘Prepare to be continually surprised as the story unfolds’ Screenhub ‘Co-creators Elise McCredie and Matt Cameron, as well as co-writer Osamah Sami, have crafted a mystery that’s equally disturbing and thrilling’ Collider ‘I […]

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JACKY by First Nations Playwright Declan Furber Gillick

JACKY a gritty new play about brotherhood, culture and capital – and the gamble of balancing it all in contemporary Australia by First Nations playwright Declan Furber Gillick. Premieres May 22 with the Melbourne Theatre Company.

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SWEET AS – Katie Milwright

Every picture has a story. SWEET AS is an uplifting coming-of-age road movie about unconventional friendships, first crushes and finding who you are on the road less travelled. Set in remote Pilbara country in Western Australia with Katie Milwright as DOP. In cinemas June 1. 🏆 2023 Winner Berlin International Film Festival – Generation Kplus Best Film 🏆 2022 Winner […]

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THE PM’S DAUGHTER is Back – Season 2

THE PM’S DAUGHTER is back. Season 2 premieres on Monday, 12 June at 7am on ABC iview and 6pm on ABC ME, with an episode written by Gemma Bird Matheson, represented by Yellow Creative. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tW5EIHJhe_k

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THE MESSENGER – Helena Brooks

Based on Markus Zusak’s best-selling novel, THE MESSENGER premieres on ABC TV tonight – Sunday, 14 May, with all episodes streaming on ABC iview. Helena Brooks directed episodes 3 & 4 of this uplifting eight-part drama series.

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LIMBO – Directed by Trent O’Donnell

Filmed in Queensland and directed by Trent O’Donnell, LIMBO premieres on Wednesday, 24th May at 9pm on ABC TV, with all episodes to stream on ABC iview. “LIMBO is a smart and relatable comedy with a powerful message at its heart about friendship, mental health and grief”, Grainne Brunsdon, Head of Content, Screen Australia.

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Judi McCrossin – THE CREATORS

Judi McCrossin, represented by Yellow Creative, is one of six participants selected by Screen Australian and the Australian Writers’ Guild for THE CREATORS program. Travelling to Los Angeles this May, Judy will attend Content LA, participate in tailored project and pitching development, plus receive networking opportunities to sell within domestic and international markets.

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Coming in 2024: THE SYMPATHIZER

Coming in 2024: THE SYMPATHIZER. Australia’s own Anchuli Felicia King is part of the writing team who have adapted Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel into a TV miniseries starring Robert Downey Jr.

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DEADLOCH – 8 Part Series

DEADLOCH premieres globally and exclusively on Prime Video June 2nd. This eight-part series was created, written and executive produced by Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan. Shot in Tasmania with two episodes directed by Gracie Otto, Anchuli Felicia King as part of the writing team and Katie Milwright as DOP for four episodes.

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Original Australian Series – THE CLEARING

The countdown has begun! 24 days until THE CLEARING premieres globally on Disney Plus. This original Australian series is created by Elise McCredie and Matt Cameron. DOP/Cinematography by Katie Milwright. Four episodes directed by Gracie Otto. See the trailer here; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76lI7Ytjaro&t=1s

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ROCKY HORROR SHOW celebrates its 50th Anniversary

The iconic ROCKY HORROR SHOW is celebrating its 50th this year with the original stage show and cult film directed by Yellow Creative’s Jim Sharman. Australia’s brand new stage production is playing now. – Adelaide – Melbourne – Perth – Canberra ‘After 50 years, Rocky Horror is still sexy and funny as ever’ Theatre Thoughts ‘A good excuse to put […]

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JACKY – Declan Furber Gillick

We are one month out from Declan Furber Gillick bringing his bold and dynamic voice to Melbourne Theatre Company’s mainstage for the first time with JACKY. A sharp, quick-witted play about family, community, work and culture, this ambitious world premiere examines the personal costs of navigating it all in contemporary Australia. Commissioned as part of the MTC Next Stage programme, […]

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Bangarra Dance Theatre’s YULDEA

Set designer Elizabeth Gadsby and costume designer Jennifer Irwin have begun rehearsals and are hard at work creating a desert world on stage for Bangarra Dance Theatre’s YULDEA – a ceremonial affirmation of history and heritage. June – October 2023 Sydney, Canberra, Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Bendigo

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INNOCENCE – Costume Design by Mel Page

Forget any preconceptions you have about opera. Kaija Saariaho’s shattering new opera INNOCENCE opens on 17th April at the Royal Opera House. Directed by Simon Stone, costume design by Mel Page. ‘A composer creates her masterpiece with ‘INNOCENCE’ New York Times ‘A production not to be missed’ operawire.com

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THE CLEARING – Premieres Globally May 24

THE CLEARING, an eight-part psychological thriller created by Elise McCredie and Matt Cameron, will premiere globally May 24 on DisneyPlus. Starring Teresa Palmer, Miranda Otto and Guy Pearce. Four episodes directed by Gracie Otto, DOP/Cinematography by Katie Milwright.  

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WANKERNOMICS – Charles Firth

Wankernomics: Solutionising the Corporate World The Anti-Experts, Charles Firth (from The Chaser) and James Schloeffel (from The Shovel), teach you everything you need to know to survive the insane corporate world in this brand-new comedy. ★★★★★ “Exquisite … leaves you in equal parts stitches and torment” Weekend Notes ★★★★★ “Wickedly clever satire” On The Record ★★★★★ “Unmissable!” The Weekender Herald […]

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GIRL IN A PINK DRESS by Kylie Needham debuts

Award-winning screenwriter Kylie Needham debuts her first novel, GIRL IN A PINK DRESS, today. “This short novel is a small miracle” The Sydney Morning Herald “A fierce-hearted, gorgeously written story of a woman seizing her power” Jennifer Byrne “A beautifully written gem. Breathtakingly good” David Wenham “Mesmerising and rare” Heather Rose

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WELLMANIA – Top 10 in 38 Countries

Looking for a guilt-free binge this Easter long weekend? WELLMANIA is Top Ten in 38 countries globally on Netflix. Check out WELLMANIA on Netflix. Starring Celeste Barber with four episodes directed by Helena Brooks and episodes written by Nick Coyle. “Incredibly watchable” The Guardian “Celeste Barber carves a brilliant character” The Telegraph UK. “Binge watched the entire season of #Wellmania […]

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Shooting has begun for new series STRIFE

Shooting in Sydney has begun on the new BINGE Original Series STRIFE. Inspired by Mia Freedman’s memoir Work, Strife, Balance and adapted for screen by Sarah Scheller. Asher Keddie leads this comedic drama series as Evelyn Jones, a modern, imperfect woman and publisher journeying from lounge room blogger to a force in women’s media.

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All Episodes of WELLMANIA on Netflix

The wait is over, you can finally watch all episodes of WELLMANIA on Netflix from today. This hilarious 8-part series based on the novel by Brigid Delaney stars Celeste Barber as Liv, who is forced to rethink her ‘live fast, die young’ attitude after being stricken by a health crisis. Four episodes were directed by Helena Brooks, and episodes written […]

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Congratulations Angela Betzien

Congratulations to Angela Betzien, who has been nominated for the Nick Enright Prize for playwrighting with her play CHALKFACE. This award is part of the New South Wales Premier’s Literary Awards, which work to honour distinguished achievements by Australian writers who contribute to Australia’s artistic reputation. CHALKFACE, a black comedy that highlights systemic issues in our public education sector, played […]

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INTO THE WOODS

Stephen Sondheim’s fairytale musical INTO THE WOODS is returning to Sydney. The Belvoir is bringing this brilliantly original, dark, funny, absorbing and utterly entertaining play to the Upstairs Theatre from March 18th – April 23rd. Damien Cooper worked as Lighting Designer for this highly anticipated production. Don’t miss out and buy your tickets now.

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ASCENT – Lighting Design by Damien Cooper

Get your tickets for ASCENT – a triple bill of contemporary dance shows from the Sydney Dance Company co-commissioned by the Canberra Theatre Centre. Damien Cooper worked as lighting designer for both I AM-NESS and THE SHELL, A GHOST, THE HOST & THE LYREBIRD. Brimming with physicality, ASCENT tempers contemporary classical with futuristic experimentation. Full of electric movement and emotional […]

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THE POISON OF POLYGAMY New Artwork

Check out the new artwork for THE POISON OF POLYGAMY. A play by Anchuli Felicia King based on the novel by Wong Shee Ping. Brought to you by La Boite Theatre and The Sydney Theatre Company, THE POISON OF POLYGAMY is a timeless tale of morality, murder, blackmail and betrayal. The show runs from the 8th-27th May at The Roundhouse […]

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SWEET AS – Winner of the Crystal Bear at the Berlin Film Festival

Congratulations to the whole team behind SWEET AS, which took home the Crystal Bear at the Berlin Film Festival last month. This coming-of-age tale stars Shantae Barnes-Cowan as 16-year-old Indigenous girl Murra, who finds herself abandoned after an argument with her mother. An unusual lifeline is thrown her way by her Uncle Ian, a local cop, in the form of […]

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Bell Shakespeare’s MACBETH – Lighting Design by Damien Cooper

“What’s done cannot be undone” Act 5, Scene 1. Go and see this terrifying portrayal of moral collapse. Bell Shakespeare’s MACBETH will take you on an intense and compelling journey into the dark heart of humanity. You can watch at the Sydney Opera House from today until the 2nd April. Damien Cooper worked as Lighting Designer for this production. The […]

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ELLIE AND ABBIE (and Ellie’s Dead Aunt)

Let’s keep the Mardi Gras celebrations going. Monica Zanetti’s charming, queer coming-of-age comedy, ELLIE AND ABBIE (and Ellie’s Dead Aunt) is now streaming on Netflix! This was Monica Zanetti’s debut feature, about Ellie; a teen working up the courage to ask her classmate Abbie to the school formal with the help of her dead aunt, a lesbian who died in […]

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WELLMANIA Trailer

Check out the trailer for WELLMANIA! This highly anticipated comedy starring Celeste Barber will be released on Netflix on March 29th. Four episodes were directed by Helena Brooks and episodes written by Nick Coyle. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69ZfDTpeBTA  

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Mel Page – Costume Designer and Associate Set Designer for PHAEDRA

Go see Simon Stones’ modern reimagining of Seneca’s famous tragedy. PHAEDRA is on at the Lyttelton Theatre at The National Theatre London until April 8th. Mel Page worked as Costume Designer and Associate Set Designer on this highly acclaimed production. London Evening Standard ★★★★ “A must-see” The Times ★★★★ “A stunningly sharp, hugely entertaining evening.” The Telegraph ★★★★ “A masterfully […]

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BAD BEHAVIOUR Trailer

Based on the book by Australian writer Rebecca Starford, BAD BEHAVIOUR is a 4-part drama that is an emotionally and physically intense glimpse into the lives of teenage girls at the wilderness campus of an exclusive girls’ boarding school. Vanessa Loh worked as a co-costume designer on this project, whilst Tania Lambert served as director of photography. Check out the […]

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SERIOUSLY RED in select US theatres

Stateside friends, go and see SERIOUSLY RED, which is out now in the US in select theatres and on demand. Gracie Otto’s feature debut chronicles the adventures of Red, a small-town realtor who finds herself whilst impersonating Dolly Parton. Directed by Gracie Otto and produced by Dollhouse Pictures, SERIOUSLY RED is being released by Lionsgate in the US. Variety – […]

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IN OUR BLOOD – Vanessa Loh Costume Designer

IN OUR BLOOD will air soon on ABC and ABC iView, this 4-part musical drama series is inspired by the legendary crusaders, advocates and health workers who led Australia’s radical response to AIDS in the early 1980s. Vanessa Loh worked as a costume designer on this ambitious new drama that comes as Australia prepares for Sydney World Pride and Mardi […]

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THE ARTFUL DODGER – Gracie Otto

Wishing Gracie Otto the best of luck shooting her block of THE ARTFUL DODGER, the Disney Plus Australian original series. Set in 1850s Australia, based on the story by Charles Dickes, the series will chronicle the adult double life of the eponymous thief who, now a surgeon, can’t shake his predilection for crime.

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BAD BEHAVIOUR

BAD BEHAVIOUR is set to premiere at Berlinale Series next month and will be released on Stan on February 16th. This four-part series chronicles Jo Mackenzie’s time at an exclusive girls’ boarding school where the options are to be bullied or to become a bully. Tania Lambert served as director of photography, whilst Vanessa Loh was co-costume designer for this […]

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BEAU IS AFRAID Trailer

From his darkest fears comes the greatest adventure. Check out the trailer for Ari Aster’s next film BEAU IS AFRAID, starring Joaquin Phoenix. Alice Babidge worked as a costume designer on this highly anticipated film due for release in April this year. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuiWDn976Ek

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Sydney Theatre Award Winners – Kip Williams, Mel Page and Hannah Reilly

A huge congratulations to all the winners of the Sydney Theatre Awards. Amazing to see so many brilliant theatre projects on display. A special congratulations to Kip Williams, Mel Page and Hannah Reilly, all of whom won within their category. Kip Williams won best direction of a mainstage production for his STC production of STRANGE CASE OF DR JEKYLL AND […]

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Breathtakingly Innovative – THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY

Back by popular demand for a limited run, watch the Sydney Theatre Company’s astounding production of THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY from the 3rd-18th February at the Roslyn Packer Theatre. From the brilliant theatrical mind of Kip Williams, who adapted and directed the show, this breathtakingly innovative production coined the “cine-theatre” genre – incorporating live and pre-recorded video with live […]

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New Client Announcement – The Spierig Brothers

New client announcement! We are excited to share that we are now working with the immensely talented writer/directors – The Spierig Brothers. Identical twin brothers Michael and Peter Spierig started their film-making career by pouring their life savings into their first feature, a horror-comedy called UNDEAD which, after receiving festival acclaim, was released by Lionsgate. They then worked closely with […]

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Behind-the-scenes of Jennifer Irwin’s costume designe for VIGIL

An amazing behind-the-scenes look at Jennifer Irwin’s costume design for VIGIL at the Sydney Festival at Barangaroo Reserve on the 25th January at 8.30pm. VIGIL marks the Spirit Awakening of the handing over of Me Mel (formerly Goat Island). Me Mel has been a sacred place for the clans of the Eora for tens of thousands of years and is […]

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WELLMANIA

WELLMANIA starring Celeste Barber, will air on Netflix on the 29th March. Based on Brigid Delaney’s novel, WELLMANIA follows Liv, who is forced to rethink her “live fast, die young” attitude when faced with a health crisis and jumps into a wellness journey in order to reclaim her old life. Four episodes were directed by Helena Brooks, and episodes were […]

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BEAU IS AFRAID – Alice Babidge Costume Designer

Check out the first look at artwork for Ari Aster’s next film BEAU IS AFRAID, starring Joaquin Phoenix. Alice Babidge worked as a costume designer on the film, which wrapped recently. A24 is set to release the film next year.

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WHILE THE MEN ARE AWAY announcement

SBS has unveiled the lead cast and directors of WHILE THE MEN ARE AWAY, an 8-part queer revisionist comedy about the Women’s Land Army during WW2. Gemma Ward, Benedict Hardie, Shaka Cook and Max McKenna have been announced as the lead cast. Monica Zanetti co-created the series and will also direct an episode.

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WHITE PEARL by Anchuli Felicia King available in paperback

Anchuli Felicia King’s play WHITE PEARL is now available to purchase in paperback. Order online, or buy at the Drama Book Shop in NYC or The Royal Court Theatre in London.

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Netflix GROW CREATIVE programme

Steven Arriagada and Michele Lee participated in the Netflix GROW CREATIVE programme this year. After being launched successfully last September in the UK, Netflix has expanded the scheme to Australia and New Zealand. GROW CREATIVE is a Netflix initiative to expand and up-skill local talent – both above and below-the-line – via investment in education and training. Delivered via strategic […]

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ANTARCTICA – costume design by Elizabeth Gadsyby

Trying To figure out how to kickstart 2023? Go check out ANTARCTICA from the Sydney Chamber Opera at Carriageworks from January 5th – 8th as part of the Sydney Festival. This Mythic new Opera Epic from Australian composer Mary Finsterer explores the historical, mythical and scientific conceptions and stories about the southern continent. Featuring set and costume design from the […]

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AACTA Award winner Rita Carmody

Last week Rita Carmody won the AACTA Award for her work as a Costume Designer on the Netflix international sensation HEARTBREAK HIGH. Congratulations to Rita for the award and the fantastic work she did on the show.

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COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS has launched to rave reviews

COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS has launched on Binge this month to rave reviews. The show was executive-produced by Trent O’Donnell, who also directed four of the episodes. Check out the reviews below. The Western Australian – “This is five-star awesome. Your new fave comedy.” Sydney Morning Herald – ★ ★ ★ ★ “This TV romcom is a genuine treat” Screen Hub […]

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New 8 Part Series GOLD DIGGERS Commissioned by the ABC with Helena Brooks as Director

The ABC has announced the commissioning of a new 8-part comedy series set in the rough and tumble world of Australia’s gold rush era. Helena Brooks will set up the show as director, and you can look forward to it coming to your screens in 2023. When describing the project, ABC Head of Comedy Todd Abbott said, “If Broad City […]

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THE MESSENGER episodes directed by Helena Brooks

Based on Markus Zusak’s best-selling novel THE MESSENGER, ABC’s 8-part series follows Ed Kennedy, whose life is peacefully mundane until playing cards inscribed with cryptic tasks start to arrive in the mail. Choosing to care, Ed makes his way through town, helping and hurting. With episodes directed by the brilliant Helena Brooks, you don’t want to miss this new thriller.

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Tania Lambert – Silver ACS Award Winner

Congratulations to the fantastic Tania Lambert, who received a silver ACS Award last month for her work as Cinematographer on the feature film HERE OUT WEST. It is a remarkable film featuring writers from 8 different cultural backgrounds. If you haven’t seen the film yet, you can check it out on ABC iview.

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MAKE IT AUSTRALIAN campaign – Rita Carmody

At the end of November, Rita Carmody joined a delegation of actors, crew, writers, directs and producers from the MAKE IT AUSTRALIAN campaign in Canberra to deliver a direct message to policymakers. The campaign is advocating for streaming platforms like Netflix and Disney+ to be required to invest a minimum of 20% in Australian stories. This would be a similar […]

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WAR ON 2022 – Charles Firth

It’s time for a laugh. Catch Charles Firth on his new tour with Australia’s satirical all-stars as they dissect the disaster that was 2022. Reviewers have called the show “A cut above the rest” and “An onslaught of razor-sharp satire”. Touring Australia until December 10th.

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Kip Williams Featured in The Guardian

The Guardian have written a wonderful feature with Kip Williams about his journey to being the artistic director of The Sydney Theatre Company, Kip also discusses how he has revolutionised the stage with his use of ‘cine-theatre’. The Guardian have asked the question, is he “Australia’s most acclaimed theatre director?”. Missed the article the first time round? See the link […]

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Kylie Needham Debut Novel – GIRL IN A PINK DRESS

The release date has been set for Kylie Needham’s debut novel GIRL IN A PINK DRESS as the 12 April 2023. GIRL IN A PINK DRESS wrestles with themes of power and privilege, womanhood and motherhood, artistic doubt, the male gaze upon the female body, and the commodification of art. Congratulations Kylie!

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THE TEMPEST – Reviews

The Reviews are in for Sydney Theatre Company’s production of The Tempest. Time Out – ★★★★ “a revered classic invested with fresh meaning by a company at the very top of their game” The Guardian – ★★★★ “Richard Roxburgh as Prospero and Guy Simon as Caliban are outstanding in Kip Williams’ latest production, which takes a revolutionary approach to the […]

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Gracie Otto Directorial Feature Debut – SERIOUSLY RED

“One of the best Australian films of the year”. A huge congratulations to everyone involved in SERIOUSLY RED, especially Gracie Otto on this wonderful directorial feature debut.

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BLACK SNOW – Costumer Designer Vanessa Loh

The Stan Original series BLACK SNOW starring Travis Fimmel is coming soon! All six episodes of the mystery drama will be available to stream on Stan on New Years Day. Congratulations to everyone involved in the show, especially costume designer Vanessa Loh.

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THE TEMPEST – Sydney Theatre Company

Richard Roxburgh’s hotly anticipated return to the Sydney Theatre Company explores one of theatres’ great roles in THE TEMPEST. Artistic Director Kip Williams directs this show with Costume Design by Elizabeth Gadsby. The show runs until 17th December at the Roslyn Packer Theatre.

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Season 3 of BUMP

Season 3 of BUMP of the hit Stan Original Series can be streamed on Stan. Series 3, episodes no. 3 and 7 were written by the wonderful Nick Coyle. Check out the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ptl2Cf4g9go

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SERIOUSLY RED – directed by Gracie Otto

It is one week until the cinematic release of SERIOUSLY RED, directed by Yellow’s own Gracie Otto. This dramedy follows Red, who ditches her job in real estate to pursue a career as a Dolly Parton impersonator. The film is released on November 24th in Australia and NZ.

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Kirsty Marillier – Shortlisted for the Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting

Congratulations to Kirsty Marillier, who has been shortlisted for the Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting 2022 with her play THE ZAP. In conjunction with the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester, the prize seeks scripts from established, emerging and debut writers to develop for the stage.

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Colin From Accounts to Air on Binge

It is less than one month to go until hotly anticipated release of COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS on Binge. This Sydney based comedy about two people brought together by a car accident and an injured dog is written by and stars Patrick Brammall and Harriet Dyer. Four episodes are directed by Trent O’Donnell who also serves as an Executive Producer. The […]

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Netflix Renews Heartbreak High for Season 2

Netflix has officially renewed the reboot of the classic Australian Teen Dramedy for a second season. The show, which is produced by Fremantle Australia and NewBe, launched September 14 on the streamer and amassed more than 42.6 million hours viewed in its first three weeks, putting it on Netflix’s top 10 lists. Gracie Otto directed the first block and Rita Carmody […]

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Total Control Nominated for Rose D’Or

Congratulations to the creative team behind TOTAL CONTROL which has been shortlisted for a Rose D’Or award. Yellow’s own Angela Betzien helped develop and wrote on both seasons one and two of the drama which was produced by Black Fella Films for ABC.

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YCM Clients Nominated for AACTA’s

It has been fabulous year for YCM clients with many being nominated for AACTA’s. Congratulations to all of our nominated clients. Gracie Otto was nominated in the Best Director in Drama or Comedy for her direction of Episode 1 of HEARTBREAK HIGH. Rita Carmody was also nominated for her work on HEARTBREAK HIGH in the Best Costume Design category. Amy […]

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Strife Commissioned by Binge for 2023

Foxtel have announced STRIFE as part of their 2023 commissions for Binge. Yellow’s own Sarah Scheller wrote the series and will also serve as Executive Producer. Made Up stories are producing the show inspired by the trail-blazing career of Mia Freedman who will also produce. It will star Asher Keddie as a ‘modern imperfect woman that goes from lounge room […]

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Amazon Gives First Look at 2023 Slate

It is an exciting time for Australian TV as Amazon has given a first look at its 2023 slate as part of a drive to increase investment in Australian Produced content. They have finally given a sneak peak of scripted shows THE CLASS OF ’07, DEADLOCH, and THE LOST FLOWERS OF HART. THE CLASS OF ’07 is an offbeat female […]

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Sydney Theatre Company announces 2023 season

The Sydney Theatre Company has announced a full season of 16 productions for 2023, Artistic Director Kip Williams is looking to champion new Australian Writing in this new season. We look forward to seeing Anchuli Felicia King’s adaptation of the Novel THE POISON OF POLYGAMY co produced with La Boite Theatre. We can also expect great things with Kip William’s […]

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YCM clients selected for Screen Australia Talent Gateway Programme

Two YCM clients have been selected as recipients of the Screen Australia Talent Gateweay programme. Gemma Bird Matheson and Monica Zannetti  have both been chosen. This Talent Gateway programme provides Australian screenwriters and directors with support to attract international investment and partnerships. With the help of Screen Australia and Australians In Film along wiht their international partners the scheme hopes […]

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Heartbreak High is a smash hit for Netflix

HEARTBREAK HIGH has been a smash hit on Netflix since it’s September release dominating worldwide top tens in 43 different countries clocking more than 33 million hours of viewing time and over 12.5 billion TikTok views. Directed by Gracie Otto with costume design by Rita Carmody.

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Chalkface goes to the Sydney Opera House

After a hugely successful season with The State Theatre Company South Australia, CHALKFACE, the new black comedy by multi-award winning writer Angela Betzien starring acclaimed actor, Catherine McClements will open in Sydney at the Sydney Opera House in September. In this sharp, farcical new work, CHALKFACE explores the endemic failures of our education system through Pat Novitsky (Clements), a once […]

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Whitefella Yella Tree Opens with Griffin Theatre

The world premiere of WHITEFELLA YELLA TREE opened on August 24th at Griffin Theatre Company’s SBW Stables Theatre. Ty is River Mob. Neddy is Mountain Mob. In the middle of nowhere, these two teenage boys meet under a lemon tree, and after a difficult beginning, their fragile friendship develops into a heady romance. In this powerful and tender love story, […]

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Emmy Nominations for Hacks

This year HACKS received 17 nominations for the Emmy Awards 2022, winning in 3 categories. Trent O’Donnell directed the season 2 finale. All of HACKS is now available on Stan.

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The Tenant of Wildfell Hall opens with Sydney Theatre Company

The STC’s production of THE TENANT OF WILDFELL HALL opened in June 2022.  An instant sensation when Anne Brontë wrote it in 1848, this witty and passionate period drama has been adapted by playwright Emme Hoy to bring it into the twenty-first century. Set design by the brilliant Elizabeth Gadsby.

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The Baby airs on Foxtel and Binge

Created, written, directed and executive-produced by an entirely female team, HBO + Sky Atlantic’s THE BABY, is a suspenseful comedy-horror that explores motherhood through the eyes of 38 year old, Natasha, whose reluctance to have a child is challenged when a baby drops from the sky, with mysteriously violent consequences. Screenwriting by Anchuli Felicia King @anchulifeliciaking Now streaming on Binge […]

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CBS’s Ghosts airs in Australia

GHOSTS, the smash-hit comedy for CBS, follows a struggling young couple (played by Rose McIver and Utkarsh Ambudkar) who inherit a country estate, only to discover that it’s not only crumbling but also inhabited by a misfit group of ghosts who were previous residents. Pilot and multiple episodes directed by Trent O’Donnell. “A silly sitcom that will make you die […]

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You’re Safe Until 2024: Deep History opens at The Edinburgh Fringe

The second instalment of David Finnigan’s bold and compelling six-year project about planetary transformation, YOU’RE SAFE TIL 2024: DEEP HISTORY, has opened to critical acclaim at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Catch it at The Pleasance Courtyard August 3rd – August 29th “With its fresh perspective on climate change, YOU’RE SAFE TIL 2024: DEEP HISTORY makes us listen in a new […]

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Sydney Theatre Company produces the Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde

From the award winning team behind the smash hit THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY, comes an adaptation of the gothic classic, STRANGE CASE OF DR JEKYLL AND MR HYDE. This vivid and spellbinding production, written and directed by Kip Williams, blends cutting edge technology and dazzling live performances by Matthew Backer & Ewen Leslie. Season runs  11 Aug – 3 […]

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Counting and Cracking goes to Edinburgh and Birmingham

The epic multi-generational tale, COUNTING AND CRACKING, is being performed at The Edinburgh International Festival and The Birmingham 2022 Festival from Aug 8-29. This profoundly moving story charts the journey of one Sri Lankan-Australian family over four generations through love, migration, heartbreak and civil war. Lighting design by the brilliant Damien Cooper.   Photo credit: Brett Boardman

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Fangirls opens at Sydney Opera House

FANGIRLS, the original Australian musical, has opened at the Sydney Opera House and runs until Sunday 4th September. Written and created by award-winning Australian songwriter and playwright Yve Blake, this homage to fandom and the teenage obsession with celebrity, has been a smash hit everywhere since it’s theatrical release in 2019. Set and costume design by David Fleischer. Sound design […]

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Watch The Twelve on Foxtel and Binge

You can now watch all ten episodes of Foxtel’s original crime-drama series THE TWELVE! Adapted from a Belgium show, this 10-part series follows twelve everyday people who are selected for jury duty in a murder trial. Anchuli Felicia King wrote two episodes of this series, which stars Sam Neill, Marta Dusseldorp and Kate Mulvany. Watch now on Foxtel and Binge. […]

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Heartbreak High Reboot to air on Netflix

The reboot of Heartbreak High is coming soon to Netflix! This eight-episode series is inspired by the original ’90s series, but totally reimagined for a new generation. Directed by Gracie Otto and costume design by Rita Carmody. The highly anticipated show will air on Netflix on September 22nd 2022. Image – Seiya Taguchi

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The Stones by Kit Brookman goes to Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2022

THE STONES written and directed by Kit Brookman and performed by Luke Mullins is going to Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2022! THE STONES is a darkly comic gothic mystery in which a splintering present gives way to our murky future. It will will be performed at the Assembly rooms at Edinburgh Fringe from August 8-29. Get your tickets now! “★★★★★ Mullins […]

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Sweet As premieres at Melbourne International Film Festival

The Breakfast Club meets the outback in the uplifting coming-of-age road movie, Sweet As. This debut feature from Nyul Nyul and Yawuru writer/director Jub Clerc, follows Murra, a 15-year-old Indigenous girl from Port Hedland in Western Australia. Murra is played by rising star Shankar Barnes-Cowan (pictured above). Sweet As is shot by cinematographer Katie Milwright ACS. This is the first Western […]

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YCM clients write and direct on THE CLEARING

The Walt Disney Company in Australia & New Zealand has announced a slate of nine new Australian originals, including the psychological drama “The Clearing,” an eight-part series adapted from a J.P. Pomare novel “In the Clearing.” It is a fictionalised account of life in The Family, the LSD and yoga inspired cult founded by Melbourne woman Anne Hamilton-Byrne in the […]

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David Finnigan’s YOU’RE SAFE TIL 2024 to go to Edinburgh Festival and Barbican Centre

The second instalment of David Finnigan’s project YOU’RE SAFE TIL 2024 will be playing Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August and then at the Barbican Centre in London from 27 September- 1 October. YOU’RE SAFE TIL 2024 is a six-year project about planetary transformation, written and performed by David Finnigan. Six new theatre shows are to be created, one each year. Each […]

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THE RETURN finishes its season in Japan

THE RETURN by Reg Cribb has just finished its season for Walking Staff Theatre Company in Tokyo, Japan. Originally written by Reg Cribb for the Australian stage, THE RETURN won the 2001 Patrick White Playwrights’ Award and was shortlisted for the Qld Premier’s Literary Award. In 2006 Reg Cribb adapted it into a feature film titled Last Train to Freo. […]

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YCM Clients work on Stan original BAD BEHAVIOUR

The Stan original series BAD BEHAVIOUR will screen in 2022. The series is based on the book Bad Behaviour which focuses on an emotionally and physically intense glimpse into the lives of teenage girls at the wilderness campus of an exclusive girls’ boarding school. BAD BEHAVIOUR plays out across past and present timelines, exploring the intensity of female friendships, ritualistic rites, […]

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Elizabeth Gadsby’s designs feature in the Holland Festival

Elizabeth Gadsby designed the ambitious and extraordinary set and costumes for Sydney Chamber Opera’s ANTARTICA, which premiered this week at the Holland Festival to standing ovations! ANTARTICA explores the historical, mythical and scientific conceptions and stories about the southern continent. With a mesmerising combination of musical elements from early and new music styles, we are transported into another world. “The […]

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YCM clients feature in The List Arts & Culture 2022

Congratulations to YCM clients Alice Babidge, Anchuli Felicia King, Gideon Obarzanek and Gracie Otto who have all been featured in The Australian’s inaugural THE LIST Arts & Culture 2022 as the top 100 figures shaping Australia’s creative future. Working across a broad range of disciplines, including writing, directing, design and choreography, these YCM clients have been recognized as the “cultural leaders taking […]

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YCM clients feature in STC’s Act 2 Season

Tonight, Sydney Theatre Company announced the second half of its season, otherwise called it’s “Act 2 Season”. Yellow Creative Management clients feature front and centre as writers, designers and directors. Yellow client and Artistic Director of STC, Kip Williams has adapted and will direct THE STRANGE CASE OF DR JEKYLL AND MR HYDE. Later in the season, he will direct […]

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Trent O’Donnell will set up COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS

Director and writer Trent O’Donnell has been announced today as the set up director on COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS. The 8×30 minute rom-com series is being produced by Easy Tiger and CBS studios, and is commissioned by Binge. The series has been written by and will star Trent’s long-time collaborators Patrick Brammall and Harriet Dyer. Please see the full press release […]

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Gracie Otto’s SERIOUSLY RED to premiere at SXSW

Gracie Otto’s feature film SERIOUSLY RED will premier in the narrative competition at SXSW 2022. The film is produced by Gracie Otto, Krew Boylan, Rose Byrne, Jessica Carrera and Shannon Murphy’s company DOLLHOUSE. SERIOUSLY RED stars Krew Boylan, Bobby Cannavale, Rose Byrne and Daniel Webber, and features music from Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, David Bowie and Neil Diamond. The film […]

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Another season for “THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY”

Yellow client Kip Williams is directing his adaptation of THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY a second time for STC’s 2022 season. After the show’s debut in 2020, it received rave reviews from industry leaders and publications alike. Please see the imagery and comments from the first showing below. Find out more about the show and book your tickets here. See […]

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Yellow clients write and direct on WELLMANIA

Fremantle and Netflix co-pro WELLMANIA starring Celeste Barber has been announced this week. Nick Coyle has co-written episode 5 of the series, and Helena Brooks is set to direct as well. See the full article from IF by Sean Slatter below:   Netflix orders dramedy ‘Wellmania’, starring Celeste Barber  Celeste Barber (Image: Netflix/Steven Chee) Actor and comedian Celeste Barber will executive […]

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Nick Coyle’s QWEEN LEAR to premier at Sydney Festival

Nick Coyle’s QWEEN LEAR has been announced as part of the Sydney Festival. Nick has adapted the classic Shakespearian tale KING LEAR and transformed it into QWEEN LEAR, a glimpse into the fierce politics of the drag world. See Limelight’s take on the event below and find further details here. Sydney Festival: Qween Lear Two parts theatrical extravaganza, one part dance […]

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Hannah Reilly’s THE DEB announced in ATYP 2022 season

Hannah Reilly’s musical THE DEB has been announced as part of ATYP’s 2022 season at The Rebel Theatre. Co-produced by Camp Sugar productions and with music by ARIA award winning Megan Washington, it is the first show to open the new venue. See Timeout’s announcement of THE DEB below and find further details here. The Australian Theatre for Young People is […]

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HEARTBREAK HIGH to be directed by Gracie Otto

Gracie Otto has been announced as set up director for Fremantle and Netflix’s reboot of HEARTBREAK HIGH. The production is now underway in Sydney. See IF’s full article below by Sean Slatter: Cast revealed for Netflix’s ‘Heartbreak High’ The cast of ‘Heartbreak High’. School is in session for the young cast of Netflix’s Heartbreak High reboot, with production on the eight-part series […]

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Kirsty Marillier featured in Sydney Morning Herald

YCM client, playwright Kirsty Marillier, has been featured in an SMH article by Linda Morris about the Griffin Theatre Company’s 2022 season. Her play ORANGE THROWER will debut at the theatre in February 2022.   In the dressing room of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, one actor made magic happen. Wearing Hufflepuff colours and waiting for her stage cues, Kirsty […]

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Katie Milwright ACS Featured on Screenhub

YCM client and esteemed Director of Photography Katie Milwright ACS has been featured in film industry publication Screenhub on grit, gratitude and her most recent project. See below for the entire article by Rochelle Siemienowicz. Katie Milwright ACS on grit, gratitude and getting to the Pilbara The award-winning Australian cinematographer talks about her 25-year career and the drive that sustains it. […]

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Jennifer Irwin wins prestigious APDG Award

Yellow Creative  Management client Jennifer Irwin has been awarded the 2021 Jennie Tate Costume Design Award for a Live Performance. She was nominated in the category twice for Bangarra’s KNOWLEDGE GROUND and Sprung’s O HOW I DREAMT OF THINGS IMPOSSIBLE. Jennifer won the award for her design of  the installation KNOWLEDGE GROUND. See the full list of nominees and find out […]

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Anchuli Felicia King commissioned to write play

Anchuli Felicia King has been commissioned to compose a short play for anthology series WE R NOT VIRUS 2

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YCM clients nominated for ADG Awards

Helena Brooks has received an Australian Directors’ Guild nomination for Best Direction in a TV or SVOD Comedy Program

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AACTA Awards noms feature YCM clients

Alice Babidge has received two AACTA-nominations this year for Best Costume Design and Best Production Design in NITRAM.

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Adrian Russell Wills on Authentic Storytelling

Writer, director and YCM client Adrian Russell Wills has written an article for Screen Australia’s Authentic Storytelling series. Adrian explores finding your voice and being authentically you despite the pressure to conform.

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TRAILER RELEASED FOR FEATURE ‘RIDE THE EAGLE”

Yellow Creative client Trent O’Donnell has co-written and directed upcoming feature film RIDE THE EAGLE. Jake Johnson has co-written and also starred in the film. The film is the story of Leif who is left with a conditional inheritance when his estranged mother Honey dies. Before he can move into her picturesque Yosemite cabin, he has to complete her elaborate, […]

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“NITRAM” designed by Alice Babidge goes to Cannes

NITRAM, the story of the Port Arthur gunman, is premiering at Cannes with set and costumes designed by Alice Babidge.

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TRAILER RELEASED FOR NINE PERFECT STRANGERS

Nine Perfect Strangers, written and executive produced by YCM client Sam Strauss, is set to be released in August. 

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TRAILER RELEASED FOR MR INBETWEEN SEASON 3

Mr Inbetween Season 3 is  now showing on FX and Hulu.

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YCM clients work on 4 of 7 new Amazon Australia Productions

YCM clients make headlines in a new Amazon press release.

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ELISE MCCREDIE ADAPTS “AUSTRAL” FOR THE SCREEN

Elise McCredie (Stateless 2020) is set to adapt award-winning author Paul McAuley’s acclaimed science fiction novel “Austral” for the screen.

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Alice Babidge nominated for BAFTA

Congratulations to Alice Babidge on her BAFTA nomination for Best Costume Design for THE DIG. This is Alice’ first BAFTA nomination.  Please find a full list list of the nominees here.

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Josh Lawson’s LONG STORY SHORT opens February 11th

Josh Lawson’s second feature film LONG STORY SHORT starring Rafe Spall, Zahra Newman and Ronny Chieng opens in selected theatres this Thursday, February 11th. The film follows Teddy, who wakes up the morning after his wedding to discover that every few minutes he’s jumping forward to the next year of his life.

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Rave reviews for THE WAR ON 2020

Charles Firth and co collaborators Mark Humphries (ABC’s 7:30), Victoria Zerbst (SBS The Feed), Jenna Owen (SBS The Feed) and James Schloeffel (The Shovel) have created a hilarious series of sketches part of their original live show THE WAR ON 2020.  

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Anchuli Felicia King joins THE BABY writers room with Sister Pictures

Anchuli Felicia King will join a star studded group of female writers for Sister Pictures (CHERNOBYL, GIRI/HAJI) original series THE BABY created by Siân Robins-Grace and Lucy Gaymer. Also joining the room will be Kara Smith, Susan Stanton and consultant Bisha K. Ali.  The series has been comissioned by Sky & HBO. The series explores complexities of motherhood and the powerful anxiety of […]

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First trailer for Stan’s series BUMP directed by Gracie Otto

Stan Australia and Roadshow film will launch their brand new series BUMP on New Year’s Day 2021. Gracie Otto directed three episodes of the series. From the producers of LOVE MY WAY, this new series created by Kelsey Munro follows Oly (played by Nathalie Morris), an ambitious and high-achieving teenage girl who has a surprise baby; and the complications that ensue for […]

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Australian premiere set for Sam Strauss’ THE END

Foxtel will air the much anticipated Australian drama THE END from Sam Strauss on February 2, 2021. Sam Strauss penned every episode of the series produced by See Saw Films, Foxtel and Sky UK.  The series stars Dame Harriet Walter, Frances O’Connor and Noni Hazelhurst. Read more here.

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Elise McCredie’s STATELESS wins 13 AACTA Awards

Congratulations to STATELESS which took home 13 AACTA awards from a record 18 nominations.  Produced by Tony Ayres, Cate Blanchett and Elise McCredie the series won the following awards. Best Telefeature or Miniseries Best Screenplay in Television Best Lead Actor in a Television Drama Best Lead Actress in a Television Drama Best Guest or Supporting Actor in a Television Drama […]

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5 star review for Kip Williams’ THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY

Kip Williams‘ adaptation of THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY opened to rave reviews on Saturday night. Cassie Tongue writers “This production knows us. How transformative it is to seen by a production so smart and tirelessly inventive” – The Guardian. “Williams, Norvill, designer Marg Horwell, composer Clemence Williams, David Bergman (video), Nick Schlieper (lighting) and the rest of the team […]

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Alice Babidge wins AACTA Award for Best Costume Design

Congratulations to Alice Babidge for winning the 2020 AACTA award for her stunning costumes in THE TRUE HISTORY OF THE KELLY GANG. This is the second win for the film so far and Alice’ first AACTA Award. Please find a full list of nominees and winners here.

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GOLDEN SHIELD at the Manhattan Theatre Club in 2021

The Manhattan Theatre Club will produce Anchuli Felicia King‘s GOLDEN SHIELD off-Broadway as part of their 2021/2022 season. Danya Taymor (HEROES OF THE FOURTH TURNING) will direct the plays’ American premiere. GOLDEN SHIELD When enterprising American lawyer Julie Chen files a class-action lawsuit involving a multinational technology corporation and the Chinese government, she hires her strong-minded sister Eva as her translator. But what compromises […]

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Production commences on Gracie Otto’s SERIOUSLY RED

Production has begun on Gracie Otto’s debut feature film SERIOUSLY RED. The project is the first for the production company Dollhouse Pictures which is made up of long time collaborators Rose Byrne, Krew Boylan, Jess Carrera, Shannon Murphy & Gracie Otto; Robin Kershaw will also produce. The film follows a vivacious and hilarious red-haired woman grappling with high expectations and low […]

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First look at Alice Babidge’s costumes in THE DIG.

The first images of Simon’s Stone’s follow up film THE DIG have surfaced, featuring Alice Babidge’s costume design. Set in 1938 the film follows an archaeologist embarking on the historically important excavation of Sutton Hoo.  The film stars Carey Mulligan, Ralph Fiennes, Johnny Flynn and Lily James in title roles. THE DIG will be released in selected cinemas and on Netflix […]

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Yellow clients nominated for 2020 AACTA awards

Congratulations to Lucy Coleman for her Best Indie Film nomination at this years AACTA awards for her debut feature HOT MESS and to Alice Babidge for Best Costume Design for her stunning work in TRUE HISTORY OF THE KELLY GANG. Yellow clients worked a number of nominated shows this year and we’re so proud of them all!  You can check […]

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SHEILAS wins Grand Jury Award at Melbourne WebFest

A massive congratulations to Yellow’s Hannah and Eliza Reilly whose web-series SHEILAS has won the Grand Jury Award at the 2020 Melbourne WebFest. The series also picked up the awards for Best Australian Non- Fiction and Best Production Design.   You can find the full list of the 2020 winners here

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Yellow Creative clients writing for SHAKESPEARE NOW

Congratulations to Elise McCredie, Anchuli Felicia King, Lucy Coleman and Sarah Scheller for submitting successful pitches for SHAKESPEARE NOW, an all female led TV adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic plays. The project is funded by Screen Australia and will be executive produced by ABC’s Sally Riley; Lucky Chap Entertainment’s Margot Robbie, Brett Hedblom, Tom Ackerley and Josey McNamara (MAID); and Tracey Robertson, […]

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Monica Zanetti’s ELLIE & ABBIE (& ELLIE’S DEAD AUNT) selected for MIFF

Monica Zanetti‘s heartwarming LGBTQI rom-com ELLIE & ABBIE (& ELLIE’S DEAD AUNT) will delight audiences as part of MIFF’s online festival in August. MIFF will screen 60 feature films and 44 shorts as part of a revised festival program over 17 days from August 6 – 23, 2020.  Dubbed “MIFF 68 1/2” the festival will stream the best films from […]

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Yellow Clients nominated for ADG Awards

Congratulations to Lucy Coleman, Eliza Reilly and Trent O’Donnell for their 2020 ADG nominations. Lucy Coleman is nominated in two categories including Best Direction in a Feature Film (Under 1 million) for her debut HOT MESS and Best Direction in Commercial Content for direction of Koala Presents: Mattress (Ex)orcism (Koala Mattress). Eliza Reilly is nomination for her wonderful series SHEILAS […]

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STATELESS makes New York Times list of “15 TV Shows To Watch This Summer”

Elise McCredie’s stunning 6-part series has been included on New York Times must watch shows of the summer. STATELESS, inspired by true events,  follows the lives of a woman escaping a cult, a refugee fleeing with his family, a father trapped in a dead-end job, and a bureaucrat on the verge of a national scandal find their lives intertwined in […]

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Anchuli Felicia King awarded 2019 Patrick White Playwrights Fellow

Congratulations to the wonderful Anchuli Felcicia King who is the 2019 Sydney Theatre Company Patrick White Playwrights Fellow! Anchuli’s work was seen all over the globe in 2019 with four mainstage productions in her debut year; works included were WHITE PEARL, GOLDEN SHIELD and SLAUGHTERHOUSE. The artistic director of STC, Kip Williams noted “In this time of uncertainty, it is […]

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Anchuli Felicia King finalist for Susan Smith Blackburn Prize

A massive congratulations to Anchuli Felicia King who has been announced as one of ten finalist for the prestigious Susan Smith Blackburn Prize, the oldest and largest prize awarded to women playwrights. Chosen from an international group of over 160 nominated plays, the Finalist