We acknowledge and pay our respects to the Elders, Ancestors and leaders of the Kulin Nations on whose unceded lands ILBIJERRI Theatre Company is based.
We extend this respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, recognising their resilience and ongoing connection to land, water and culture, despite ongoing colonial interruption and genocide.
Always was, always will be, sacred Indigenous land.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples should be advised that this website may contain images of deceased persons.
Are you an aspiring theatre-maker who wants to learn new skills with ILBIJERRI mentors?
We’re looking for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people aged 18–35 to participate in the ILBIJERRI Ensemble Open Access 2025 Program.
Across a 6-month term of workshops, intensives and collaborations you’ll learn performance and theatre-making skills, and have the opportunity to get paid to present the final outcome of your work.
Ensemble Open Access supports people who are passionate about theatre to develop their performing arts skills, build confidence, network, and collaborate with emerging and established First Peoples creatives in a fun and culturally safe space.
Participants will work closely with this year’s Program Director, Amy Sole, and Producer Alex Paige to support their journey as First Peoples storytellers and forge new career pathways.
The ILBIJERRI Ensemble Open Access program was first established in 2018 and has been modelled and shaped over the years by its participants.
Terms and Eligibility:
Applications due by 11:59 pm Monday April 21, 2025.
Workshop Dates (Important):
Each block has weekly sessions that happen every Thursday from 4 – 7pm.
Block 1: 8 May to 19 June
Block 2: 10 July 14 August
Block 3: 4 September - 18 October
Intensive Week: Date TBC in November
During the intensive week participants will collaborate with other ILBIJERRI creative groups to bring together the final outcome and present their work.
Submissions close 11:59 pm Monday April 21, 2025
ILBIJERRI Ensemble is supported by City of Melbourne, the Betty Amsden Foundation, the Gandel Foundation and City of Yarra