This varies from year to year based on funding, the structure of program, how many participants, etc but we currently expect to choose a minimum of 3 projects.

In addition to providing resources for developing new work, our Winter Lab prioritises opportunities for participants to engage with each other as a community. We’ll host an introductory Meet & Greet with all Lab participants, arrange opportunities for social events and meals throughout the Lab, and join in a final retrospective where all artists can voice their thoughts about what worked and what didn’t. Each project must also host Open Sessions where they share their project with all Lab participants to provide a glimpse into each other’s process.

Perhaps most significant, there are no expectations, outcomes or deliverables required of the Lead Artist(s) by Antipodes as part of this experience. We want to support you in any way we can to achieve what is best for the project in its current form. As such, we won’t impose any requirements, deadlines, goals, minimum number of hours or expectations for presenting your work (aside from Open Sessions but these could take the form of discussions or work selections instead of presenting material).

Absolutely not! Anyone can be a Lead Artist and submit a project, even if it’s in a rudimentary phase.

Thank you for your interest, we’d love to hear about you! Please fill out our Open Submission Form and specify your interest in New Work/Winter Lab.

We will consult with the Lead Artists to determine the best roles and Collaborators for their projects but having your availability, skill set, and interest noted is always appreciated.

Please note: Only shortlisted collaborators will be contacted.

Yes, however you must be considered ‘Melbourne-based’ for the entire Winter Lab period. If your project is chosen and you are currently based outside of Naarm, we will endeavour to provide travel and accommodation support.

In previous years, the Winter Lab took place partly or entirely online so that artists from anywhere in Australia (or, in some cases, the World) could participate remotely. However, the Winter Lab was created out of a desire to build community and foster interactions between participants, which we’ve learned is more beneficial when we can gather artists in a room together (it is live performance, after all). Hence, you and your collaborators must be present and cannot participate (exclusively) remotely.

Due to an overwhelming number of submissions, we will only consider Australia-based artists for our new work development programs.

This will vary depending on the project. All Lead Artists receive an honorarium and are provided resources that include (but are not limited to): work space, shared meals, access to a mentor or dramaturge to assist with expanding your script/idea; engagement with actors, directors, musicians, etc for collaboration and/or feedback; assistance with formatting and printing your script and/or music; and opportunities for presenting your work (either excerpts or in full).

Absolutely not. The only requirements for projects that are developed as part of the Winter Lab are:

• Antipodes Theatre Company receives right of first refusal for the premiere production (as Lead or Co-Producer)

• The following credit should appear in all future versions of the script (printed or electronic) as well as in all programs and lobby display for the premiere production (regardless of whether we’re producing), alone on a separate line or on title credit pages:  “[Title of Project] was developed in collaboration with Antipodes Theatre Company, Melbourne, Australia (Brandon Pape, Artistic Director & Cameron Steens, New Work Manager). [with ATC logo]”

• The following credit should appear on all posters and postcards for the premiere production (regardless of whether we’re producing): “Supported by [Antipodes logo]”

We understand the disappointment of finding out about a deadline without enough time to complete a submission or after the deadline has passed.

You’re always welcome to reach out to us at newwork@antipodestheatre.com and we might still be able to assist with your project.

newwork@antipodestheatre.com

Should the Overview Info Packet feel overwhelming or discourage you in any way from applying, please contact newwork@antipodestheatre.com and we can help find an alternative that supports your application.