Workshop

Perfecting Your Pitch

When:

2pm - 4pm

Where:

In Person

Are you ready to take your pitching skills to the next level?

This workshop is suitable for producers with at least 3 years experience

Are you ready to elevate your pitching skills? Join us for an engaging and interactive workshop specifically designed for producers in the performing arts. Whether you’re pitching to potential investors, festival programmers, or presenting partners, this session will equip you with the tools and confidence needed to make your project stand out.

In this workshop, you’ll learn:

Introduction to pitching – understand the purpose of the pitch and identify who is your audience
Crafting your pitch – how to structure and develop a compelling narrative
Tailoring your pitch – how to customise your pitch for different stakeholders
Practical pitching exercises – Participate in group pitch practice sessions.

Hosted by

Laura Milke Garner

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.

Location

Common Rooms / Trades Hall, Lvl 1, Cnr Lygon & Victoria Sts, Carlton

Pricing

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