The Equity Foundation

Assisting, Educating and Inspiring Performers since 2002.

The Equity Foundation is the region's leading provider of professional development programs tailored to the unique needs of performers. A proud initiative of Equity.

Upcoming Events

7 June 2025 10:30 am - NZ

Virtual Table Reads with NZWG & DEGANZ June (NZ Event)

Six actors, a writer and director team or a writer/director will work together for a virtual TABLE READ of a feature film script. These feature film scripts must have undergone some prior development work.

10 June 2025 12:00 pm - ACT, All, AUS, NSW, NZ, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

The Freelance Five with Creative Plus Business' Wendi Lanham

Creative professionals will usually consider freelancing at some stage – it’s the nature of the industry. What are the five biggest pitfalls, and how to avoid them?

12 June 2025 12:00 pm - ACT, All, AUS, NSW, NZ, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Casting Director Dave Newman in Conversation with Sharon Johal

Equity's Live Stream Program continues with esteemed casting director Dave Newman, McSweeney Newman Casting.

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Announcements Awards

Finalists announced for 2025 Equity Ensemble Awards

Congratulations to the actors who are finalists in the Equity Ensemble Awards for their work…

Lizzie Franks16 April 2025

Announcements

Mia Foley & Julian Curtis win 2025 Atlantic Acting Scholarships

The Equity Foundation is thrilled to announce that Queensland-based performer and recent QUT Acting Graduate…

Lizzie Franks13 March 2025

Awards

Nancye Hayes honoured with Equity Lifetime Achievement Award

The Equity Foundation is delighted to announce that legendary actor, dancer, singer, choreographer and director…

Lizzie Franks5 March 2025

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