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END OF THE ROAD FOR RAMSAY STREET

END OF THE ROAD FOR RAMSAY STREET

When Neighbours wraps for the last time in June, it will leave a large gap, not only in the lives of fans, but also in the industry. Takaya…
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THE UNCROWNED QUEEN OF CABARET

THE UNCROWNED QUEEN OF CABARET

During more than three decades in the industry, Queenie van de Zandt has successfully worn many hats − performer, writer, director and arts…
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TALKING SHOP — PROFESSIONALS SHARE THEIR SURVIVAL STRATEGIES

TALKING SHOP — PROFESSIONALS SHARE THEIR SURVIVAL STRATEGIES

As an emerging actor, Emily McKnight struggled to find her place in the industry. An encounter with consummate professional Sarah Snook…
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ACTING COLLECTIVELY — MAKING HISTORY AT THE COURT

ACTING COLLECTIVELY — MAKING HISTORY AT THE COURT

It was an historic moment for Equity New Zealand when members voted unanimously to accept an offer from The Court Theatre in Christchurch…
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CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE SAFE AND CONSENSUAL KIND

CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE SAFE AND CONSENSUAL KIND

Intimacy coordinators have become a welcome addition on many sets, helping to make workplaces safer and less stressful. Ruth Fallon tells…
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THE POWER OF TWO

THE POWER OF TWO

One of Australian theatre’s most powerful duos has become the third married couple to be honoured with the Australian Equity Lifetime…
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USING SCIENCE TO DEMYSTIFY GOOD ACTING

USING SCIENCE TO DEMYSTIFY GOOD ACTING

How do actors produce riveting, breath-taking, mesmerising, and ultimately authentic performances? Using scientific methods Dr Kylie…
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BREAKING THROUGH THE UNIMAGINABLE

BREAKING THROUGH THE UNIMAGINABLE

Actor and writer Peter Cook’s one-man play about a troubled actor, Breaking The Castle, draws from his own experiences, traversing…
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HOW TO LAND THAT ELUSIVE TV JOB

HOW TO LAND THAT ELUSIVE TV JOB

As an acting coach, Emily Joy has helped many actors book their first television role. In this article for The Equity Yearbook, she shares…
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UNIVERSAL BASIC INCOME — COULD THIS BE A SOLUTION?

UNIVERSAL BASIC INCOME — COULD THIS BE A SOLUTION?

Over the past few years, the concept of a Universal Basic Income has regained popularity as a potential method to ensure all citizens…
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VALE JANET BROWN

VALE JANET BROWN

Entertainer Janet Brown died recently at the age of 84 in London where she had retired to be with her children, Amanda and Dugald…
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Mental Health First Aid: helping others to help themselves

Mental Health First Aid: helping others to help themselves

Courses in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) allow community members to upskill and learn how to support people with mental illness. While…
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SHARING THE FRUITS OF A STELLAR CAREER

SHARING THE FRUITS OF A STELLAR CAREER

John Callen has been named winner of the 2021 Equity New Zealand Lifetime Achievement Award. While nominations from his peers praised his…
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REFLECTIONS ON A (FORMERLY) MONOCULTURAL MEDIA

REFLECTIONS ON A (FORMERLY) MONOCULTURAL MEDIA

For Anthony Brandon Wong, growing up Chinese-Australian and gay meant very rarely seeing himself represented on stage, screen or in other…
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SHOWING THEIR DIVERSE TALENTS

SHOWING THEIR DIVERSE TALENTS

The Equity Foundation’s second Screen Diversity Showcase attracted a whopping 450 applicants. The selected creatives — writers, directors…
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MASTERING THE ART OF AUDITIONING

MASTERING THE ART OF AUDITIONING

After more than two decades in the business, LA-based casting agent Jami Rudofsky is supremely well qualified to advise on how to shine in…
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BORDERING ON THE RIDICULOUS

BORDERING ON THE RIDICULOUS

Thanks to the most recent lockdown, Melbourne-based Andrew Coshan was stranded in NSW. After applying five times for permission to return…
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GETTING TO KNOW THE NEIGHBOURS

GETTING TO KNOW THE NEIGHBOURS

In association with leading Australian production companies, the Equity Foundation offers final-year acting graduates the chance to spend a…
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