Equity Foundation

Equity Foundation The Equity Foundation is the professional development arm of Actors Equity Australia. Our mission is to assist, educate and inspire actors.

The Equity Foundation – the professional development arm of Actors Equity – was established in 2002 to oversee Equity’s publications, awards and extensive professional program. The Equity Foundation is independent from Actors Equity but offers substantive services to Equity members, free of charge. The Foundation relies solely on the support from grants, corporate sponsorships, bequests and indivi

dual contributions to maintain our programs and create new ones. We also want to thank Media Super for their ongoing support of The Equity Foundation and for helping make this all possible.

Congratulations to the actors who are finalists in the Equity Ensemble Awards for their work on Australian drama, comedy...
16/04/2025

Congratulations to the actors who are finalists in the Equity Ensemble Awards for their work on Australian drama, comedy and miniseries programs that aired in 2024. Finalists were chosen by industry judging panels from 32 eligible Australian productions.

Since 2011 these awards have been a celebration of local screen stories, and the many people who bring them to life.

The winners will be selected by the National Performers’ Committee and announced at an awards ceremony later this year.

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY AN ENSEMBLE IN A DRAMA SERIES
Critical Incident S1
Heartbreak High S2
High Country S1

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY AN ENSEMBLE IN A COMEDY SERIES
Population:11 S1
Colin From Accounts S2
Fisk S3

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY AN ENSEMBLE IN A MINI-SERIES/TELEMOVIE
Exposure
How to Make Gravy
Thou Shalt Not Steal

https://ow.ly/LfcC50VBmXk

The Equity Ensemble Awards are proudly supported by Media Super, and ABC iview

ATLANTIC WINNERS: The Equity Foundation is proud to announce that Queensland-based performer & recent QUT Acting graduat...
13/03/2025

ATLANTIC WINNERS: The Equity Foundation is proud to announce that Queensland-based performer & recent QUT Acting graduate Mia Foley has been awarded a scholarship to study at the prestigious Atlantic Acting School in NYC! 🎭✨ Mia will attend the Spring Comprehensive program (May 19 - June 27, 2025) supported by a $10,000 cash prize.

But that’s not all! The judges were so blown away by the talent this year that they awarded a second scholarship to Julian Curtis 🎉 Julian will attend the Summer Intensive (July 1 - Aug 9, 2025).

A huge thank you to all those who applied. The industry judging panel was truly blown away by the level of talent and commitment to craft on display.

Read more: https://ow.ly/N9LI50VgYLe

During this 90-minute livestream session US dialect coach Charley Layton will offer a comprehensive accent study for tho...
07/03/2025

During this 90-minute livestream session US dialect coach Charley Layton will offer a comprehensive accent study for those actors looking to improve their skill with the non-regional US dialect, which is highly sought after for US auditions, self-tapes, voiceover work and more.

📅Friday March 14, 2025
🕙11am-12.30pm AEDT/1-2pm NZ time
📍Zoom
💸Free for Equity members
🎟️Register here https://ow.ly/53TC50Vby4b

SELF TEST SUPPORT IN SYDNEY: Thanks to the generous support of the Actors Benevolent Fund of NSW our Self-Test Support P...
06/03/2025

SELF TEST SUPPORT IN SYDNEY: Thanks to the generous support of the Actors Benevolent Fund of NSW our Self-Test Support Program, at our Self-Test Studio in Redfern, will resume on Monday March 10, 2025. The studio will be staffed with a professional camera operator AND a professional performer/reader from 9.30am-12.30pm every Monday. Bookings free of charge for all actors. PLEASE NOTE: Only one booking per performer per week and cancellations must be made with at least 48 hours' notice.

Book here https://ow.ly/S6So50Vbyb5

NANCYE HAYES HONOURED WITH EQUITY LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: The Equity Foundation is delighted to announce that legend...
05/03/2025

NANCYE HAYES HONOURED WITH EQUITY LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: The Equity Foundation is delighted to announce that legendary actor, dancer, singer, choreographer and director Nancye Hayes AM is the recipient of the prestigious 2025 Equity Lifetime Achievement Award, presented by Media Super.

With a career spanning more than six decades, Nancye Hayes has been a cornerstone of Australian entertainment, gracing the stage and screen with her remarkable talent, dedication, and versatility. Beyond her work as a performer, Nancye has been a mentor, director, and advocate for the arts, fostering the next generation of performers and championing the importance of Australian storytelling.

"We felt strongly Nancye epitomises this award and why it was established," says MEAA Equity president Jason Klarwein. “Her grace, integrity, kindness and loyalty to our community are legendary. The depth and breadth of her career includes ground-breaking performances at a time when professional stage roles for Australians were incredibly limited. This award is a testament to her extraordinary legacy."

On receiving this honour from her peers, Nancye says: “In a career that has given me both opportunity and fulfilment, it is a great privilege to have it acknowledged with this award from my fellow actors.”

The 2025 Equity Lifetime Achievement Award is proudly supported by Media Super Nancye will receive her award at a ceremony at the Sydney Theatre Company in June.

https://www.equityfoundation.org.au/2025/03/05/nancye-hayes-honoured-with-equity-lifetime-achievement-award/

TAKING THE ANGST OUT OF CASTING CALLS: In the latest   casting agency principals Alison Fowler and Stephanie Pringle off...
26/02/2025

TAKING THE ANGST OUT OF CASTING CALLS: In the latest casting agency principals Alison Fowler and Stephanie Pringle offer 10 well-tested tips to make the most of auditions, as well as growing your chances to be considered for future call-outs. Read their advice here https://ow.ly/kUYI50UZ3hh

Casting directors expect actors to get the accent right. With so many opportunities in Australian TV and feature film, n...
21/02/2025

Casting directors expect actors to get the accent right. With so many opportunities in Australian TV and feature film, now is a great time to improve your Australian Accent. Led by Alexandra Whitham, this livestream workshop will provide insider tips that will give you the edge at your next Aussie audition.

📅Tuesday February 25
🕙7-8pm AEDT/ 9-10pm NZ time
📍APAC Brisbane
💸Free for Equity members
🎟️Register here https://ow.ly/8LGv50UZ3fz

This is an opportunity for three MEAA Equity members to work one on one with US acting teacher Howard Fine on your audit...
18/02/2025

This is an opportunity for three MEAA Equity members to work one on one with US acting teacher Howard Fine on your audition and self tape techniques by completing a self-tape with a script provided by Howard. The tapes would be screened at the zoom livestream and each actor would then rework the slate and scene with Howard. It will be a chance for actors to maximise their audition skills in the self-tape space. Please note: You can apply separately to audit/observe this event.

📅Saturday March 15
🕙1-2:30pm AEDT/ 2-3.30pm NZ time
📍Zoom
💸Free for Equity members
🎟️Register here ACTORS: https://www.equityfoundation.org.au/events/mastering-the-self-tape-with-howard-fine-actor-participants/

OBSERVERS: https://www.equityfoundation.org.au/events/mastering-the-self-tape-with-howard-fine-actors/

This is a chance for voiceover agent Kathryn Scott of Scout Management to talk candidly with Equity member Jacqui Duncan...
14/02/2025

This is a chance for voiceover agent Kathryn Scott of Scout Management to talk candidly with Equity member Jacqui Duncan about the voiceover industry, how the actor/voiceover relationship works, the agent’s expectations of the actor, what an agent does on a day to day basis, what you can do to have a productive relationship with your agent. There will be plenty of time for audience questions.

📅Thursday February 20
🕙12-1pm AEDT/2-3pm NZ time
📍Zoom
💸Free for Equity members
🎟️Register here https://ow.ly/JsM450UZ36q

HOW TO FIND YOUR DREAM AGENT: An agent is an essential part of building a professional career. In the latest   acting co...
05/02/2025

HOW TO FIND YOUR DREAM AGENT: An agent is an essential part of building a professional career. In the latest acting coach Emily Joy offers 10 key factors to keep in mind when seeking the right person to represent your unique personality and abilities. Read her helpful advice here https://ow.ly/JNAv50UPZt4

LEARNING THE ROPES IN THE WEST: NIDA graduate JK Kazzi was the 2024 recipient of the Equity Foundation’s highly sought-a...
03/02/2025

LEARNING THE ROPES IN THE WEST: NIDA graduate JK Kazzi was the 2024 recipient of the Equity Foundation’s highly sought-after Bunya Productions’ internship. In the latest he shared his recollections of the inspiring week he spent in WA on the set of Mystery Road: Origin season two. Read the full story here https://ow.ly/McAL50UPZs3

THE ACCIDENTAL ACTOR: The Equity Lifetime Achievement Award recipient for 2024, Bruce Spence, tells the   how sharing a ...
31/01/2025

THE ACCIDENTAL ACTOR: The Equity Lifetime Achievement Award recipient for 2024, Bruce Spence, tells the how sharing a house with a group of young activists saw him switch from art to acting, with a liberal serving of politics on the side. He was feted by his peers not only for his long and stellar career but also for decades helping others. Read the full story here https://ow.ly/OhWh50UPZqu

NEW PODCAST: In case you missed our super popular event with Kym Jackson, it is now available as podcast via our Soundcl...
29/01/2025

NEW PODCAST: In case you missed our super popular event with Kym Jackson, it is now available as podcast via our Soundcloud account. This podcast covers fundamentals of script development, writing, and analysis, funding basics, steps for putting a simple shoot together, and learn the basics of development and production so you can take control of your career by creating your own content. Listen here https://ow.ly/F47I50UKO1H

Equity Atlantic Scholarship 2025 – Applications NOW OPEN!Calling all Australian performers! Here's your chance to train ...
28/01/2025

Equity Atlantic Scholarship 2025 – Applications NOW OPEN!

Calling all Australian performers! Here's your chance to train in NYC at the iconic Atlantic Acting School (tuition valued at $US3,000) PLUS receive a $AU10,000 cash prize for flights and accommodation.

Program Dates: May 19 – June 27, 2025
Applications close: Friday, February 14, midnight AEDT
What you need to apply:
-Bio/CV/Headshot/Showreel
-90-sec self-test monologue
-1-min intro video

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sharpen your craft at the school founded by David Mamet & William H. Macy.

Apply now: https://ow.ly/yEnB50UOllk

Equity's 2025 Live Stream Program continues with esteemed casting director Anousha Zarkesh (Mystery Road, Rake, Redfern ...
24/01/2025

Equity's 2025 Live Stream Program continues with esteemed casting director Anousha Zarkesh (Mystery Road, Rake, Redfern Now, Cleverman) joining us to talk all things auditions, casting, her current and past projects, the actor/casting director relationship and answer all your questions. Please note: Selection is by ballot and successful participants will be sent details about how to tune in.

📅Tuesday February 11, 2025
🕙12-1pm AEDT/2-3pm NZ time
📍Zoom
💸Free for Equity members
🎟️Register here https://ow.ly/6PnH50UKNYI

We are delighted to offer Equity members another opportunity to work on your US accent during a one-hour online workshop...
22/01/2025

We are delighted to offer Equity members another opportunity to work on your US accent during a one-hour online workshop with Paige Walker.

📅Thursday February 6, 2025
🕙12-1pm AEDT/2-3pm NZ time
📍Zoom
💸Free for Equity members
🎟️Register here https://ow.ly/vtkJ50UKNTE

NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN: The Equity Lifetime Achievement Award celebrates extraordinary Australian performers who have insp...
15/01/2025

NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN: The Equity Lifetime Achievement Award celebrates extraordinary Australian performers who have inspired generations through their talent, leadership, and commitment to the industry.

Do you know someone who embodies these qualities? Someone whose impact goes beyond the stage or screen, making them a joy to work with and an invaluable mentor?

Now’s your chance to honour them! Submit your nomination via this link: https://ow.ly/TVox50UGCmS

Nominations close soon – let’s celebrate the legends among us!


This Award is proudly supported by Media Super

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