Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde and Equations of a Falling Body both use technology as a collaborator. In these two works, technology strongly influences narrative, atmosphere, and audience perspective, and was at the core of their inceptions. This panel will unpack the development of these works and consider technology’s role as a dramaturgical tool.

Panellists: Kip Williams, Laura Boynes & Mark Howett
Facilitator: Kate Champion

Panel: Technology as Dramaturgy

Sensorium Theatre has been making work for children with disability for over 10 years. Most recently, they have been working with disabled artists to perform and create new work, including Wonderbox. Join Sensorium’s Michelle Hovane and Mike Moshos with Julia Hales and Jeremy Smith to discuss their insight into making work with, not just for disabled artists.

In a landscape where we want to see better representation on stage and authentic voices, what are some of the learnings these artists and industry leaders can share? 

Panellists: Michelle Hovane, Mike Moshos, Julia Hales (You Know We Belong Together) and Jeremy Smith (Performing Lines)
Facilitator: Alex Desebrock

Panel: Working With

Perth Festival curates and presents an annual arts festival of the highest international quality. We aspire to create new work and stimulate discourse about Western Australia and our place in a complex and political world.