A free webinar for producers in the performing arts
Got a season coming up at Perth Fringe, Adelaide Fringe, Melbourne International Comedy Festival to name just a few. Festival season can be exciting…but it’s also demanding. As a producer, you know the feeling: juggling artists, deadlines, and last-minute challenges while trying to stay on top of everything. This webinar is about practical ways to manage the mental load, stay organised, and maintain control during the busiest months of the year.
We’ll cover:
The five stress-points every festival producer faces (and how to plan ahead)
Systems you can set up before chaos hits to reduce overwhelm
Calendar structures that protect your time and energy
Communication strategies that keep artists informed without constant follow-ups
How to stay strategic, rather than reactive, when things get hectic
You’ll walk away with practical tools that actually make festival season manageable. Think less running in circles, more steering the ship
FREE TO ATTEND: REGISTER HERE
Laura Milke Garner is the driving force behind MILKE since 2008, an award-winning producer and mentor based in Naarm (Melbourne), Australia. With over 27 years of industry experience, Laura has curated exceptional shows and collaborated with hundreds of artists, gracing prestigious stages from the Sydney Opera House to London’s iconic SOHO Theatre. Beyond stellar productions, Laura is dedicated to advancing producer skills and has pioneered mentorship programs, online courses, and workshops for over a decade. Her latest initiative, The Producers Lab, represents a significant leap in producer upskilling and development in our sector.
As Program Producer at Malthouse Theatre for the past five years, Laura orchestrates an annual four-week program for the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, showcasing the best of the comedy world. A fierce advocate for the arts, Laura has been on to boards such as the Moosehead Awards, Golden Gibbo Award, and serves as a founding member of the Perth International Cabaret Festival.
More info www.milke.com.au
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