VIEW Events 2024

Industry experts meet with the creators of Portrait Unknown to explore the craft and graft of writing musical theatre.

Can VIEW’s new musical, penned by two emerging Australian talents, establish itself as a standout show? What are the implications for other up-and-coming musical theatre writers? An insightful conversation for all those involved in creating new musicals.

After the panel, get your ticket to join us for the debut performance of Portrait Unknown.

Date: 25 June
Event Time: 4:45pm
Location: Loading Bar

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Join us for a creative afternoon of play readings for emerging writers.

Sip & Script is an online opportunity to share short extracts of new writing with feedback. Share your material and gain practical advice, industry tips, and inspiration to fuel your creative journey. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow writers and industry professionals from Theatre 503 and The Cockpit Theatre.

Date: 5 July
Event Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Online

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Delve into the captivating journey of the award-winning film ‘The Cow,’ through an immersive art installation.

Experience the film’s essence as you traverse key moments and engage with interactive elements. Join us for an unforgettable opportunity to intimately connect with the film and its evolution.

Date: 27 June
Event Time: 4:30 pm
Location: Mountview Studio 4

Join us for the Latinx Artists Meet-Up, where creatives from diverse disciplines come together to build community, share experiences, and seek collaboration opportunities.

After the meet-up, stick around and get your ticket for “2%”, a comedy show delving into themes of home, belonging, and culture. Don’t miss this chance for entertainment and cultural enrichment!

Date: 28 June
Event Time: 4:30pm
Location: Loading Bar

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Kickstart your day at our interactive morning mixer where emerging producers, theatre makers, and budding writers unite.

Grab a coffee from Westlands, mingle and network, forging connections that could lead to future collaborations. Who knows, you might just find your perfect theatre-making match! Stick around for the VIEW Festival to catch a glimpse of what VIEW’s producers are currently bringing to the stage.

Date: 29 June
Event Time: 9:15am
Location: Mountview Foyer

Poets and spoken word artists converge for a dynamic showcase celebrating the profound impact of language.

Date: 29 June
Event Time: 4:40pm
Location: Mountview Atrium

Experience pop-up dance entertainment as skilled dancers grace the space with captivating displays of movement and flow.

Date: 29 June
Event Time: 12:40pm, 4:25pm, 6:20pm
Location: Mountview Atrium

The 12:40pm performance will be held in the open air (weather permitting)

Join us for evening entertainment at Mountview’s Loading Bar.

Local artists showcase their original music, a pianist leads sing-along pop hits, and guest musical theatre performers from Mountview bring some showbiz entertainment. Grab a drink, relax, and enjoy.

Date: 29 June
Event Time: 7:30pm, 8:45pm, 10pm
Location: Loading Bar