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School Audition Grants Applications for 2023 are now closed. Bookmark this page as we run these grants every year. ​ If you're a young person who wants to audition for performing arts universities , you're expected to pay a fee to audition. Fees have inflated to $80 to $90 per school - so if you want to apply to study at just two of these universities you will be expected to pay at least $160 for the opportunity. These fees are not covered by a HECS- or FEE-HELP loan, and are non-refundable. There are so many young people who aren’t able to easily pay this fee. We don’t want this to be a barrier to enter the music theatre industry (especially when these courses are covered by loans available for these Commonwealth supported places ) We believe these fees are a large barrier to entry for people who are disadvantaged, and we want to help. We’re giving out grants to people who find it hard to audition for performing arts schools due to the expensive audition application fees. ​ What are the details? We’re giving grants for those who have encountered barriers and/or have struggled to access our industry due to experiencing disadvantage. In line with our philosophy of diversity, access, and inclusion, we will be awarding these grants to people who are disadvantaged, prioritising those who identify as indigenous, black, and people of colour (IBPOC). ​ How do I apply? To apply please fill out the form below. In the application form there's a space provided for you to share links / attach clips of you performing. The application process is a chance for us to hear your story, learn about you and why you’d like to be considered and to see your passion for performance, so don’t hold back! How will we make the decision? Our panel will look at your answers to our questions and decide on our grant recipients by assessing: The efforts taken by the individual to get to this point The difficulties the individual may have faced The individuals level of passion for the craft The foundational skillset of the performer The impact the grant would have for the individual ​ Our decision making will be strictly in line with our Conflict of Interest policy in which, if a panel member has worked with an applicant in a meaningful way, or has a personal connection that makes the panel member biased, this panel member will declare their conflict and not be allowed to offer any advice on the selection of that applicant. Be You Productions Incorporated's School Audition Grant Conditions Applications will be accepted until 10 September 2023 Grants provided by Be You Grants Fund Trust Definitions: Grantee: The person who will receive the grant Application: Your audition application for a school, and the subsequent invoice for payment. Completion Date: Your scheduled audition date. ​ Conditions: The Grantee must use the whole of the grant exclusively for the application as described in the application for the grant and not for any other purpose. Be You Group Incorporated will only issue the grant to the Grantee. The grant will be provided up to the cost incurred as per the invoice. If the Application is not completed and received by the end date specified on the application (“the Completion Date”) without an extension of the Completion Date approved in writing by Be You Group Incorporated, the Grant may be revoked. No part of the Grant may be used after the Completion Date without approval in writing from Be You Group Incorporated. The Grantee must promptly advise Be You Group Incorporated of any changes which may affect the Grantee’s ability to undertake or complete the Application within the specified period. The Grantee will use the grant only within Australia and, where specified in the application, within that particular State or Territory. The Grantee must provide Be You Group Incorporated with an official receipt from the school applied to within 10 business days from receiving the grant. These Grant Conditions are subject to variations, deletions and additional conditions, deemed appropriate by Be You Productions Incorporated, before or at the time of payment. By accepting payment of the grant, the Grantee acknowledges that such variations, deletions and additional conditions may apply. NOTE: Failure to meet the Grant Conditions will be taken into consideration if future applications are submitted to Be You Group Incorporated.

Dance Grants Apply now! Becoming a "triple threat" is hard, especially when you don't have the financial ability to spend on foundational dance classes to support your technique. Classes are often one of the easiest ways to get better at dance, however they can be costly and can lock the process of upskilling behind a paywall. ​ So at Be You, we’ve decided to help level the playing field and make dance training more accessible with our Be You Dance Grants Program, offering you financial support to upskill yourself. This program is designed for aspiring artists seeking further training in preparation for tertiary education in music theatre. We believe these fees are a large barrier to entry for people who are disadvantaged, and we want to help. What are the details? We’re giving grants for those who have encountered barriers and/or have struggled to access our industry due to experiencing disadvantage. ​ At this stage, these grants will be available to people who are both residents of Victoria, and plan to spend their grant money within Victoria. ​ How do I apply? To apply please fill out the form below. In the application form there's a space provided for you to share links / attach clips of you performing. The application process is a chance for us to hear your story, learn about you and why you’d like to be considered and to see your passion for performance, so don’t hold back! Apply now! How will we make the decision? Our panel will look at your answers to our questions and decide on our grant recipients by assessing: The efforts taken by the individual to get to this point The difficulties the individual may have faced The individuals level of passion for the craft The foundational skillset of the performer The impact the grant would have for the individual ​ Our decision making will be strictly in line with our Conflict of Interest policy in which, if a panel member has worked with an applicant in a meaningful way, or has a personal connection that makes the panel member biased, this panel member will declare their conflict and not be allowed to offer any advice on the selection of that applicant. Be You Group Incorporated's Dance Grant Conditions Applications will be accepted until 25 March 2023 Grants provided by Be You Group Inc Definitions: Grantee: The persons who will receive the grant Grant: Your proposed spending approved by the board, and subsequent invoice. ​ Conditions: The Grantee must use the whole of the grant exclusively as described in the application for the grant and not for any other purpose. Be You Group Incorporated will only issue the grant to the Grantee's chosen dance school. The grant will be provided up to the cost incurred as per the invoice. The Grantee must promptly advise Be You Group Incorporated of any changes which may affect the Grantee’s ability to undertake or complete the approved classes within three months of awarding the Grant. The Grantee will use the grant only within Victoria. Be You Group Incorporated will pay for the approved training on your behalf, unless otherwise agreed. The Grantee must provide Be You Group Incorporated with an official receipt to ensure reimbursement. These Grant Conditions are subject to variations, deletions and additional conditions, deemed appropriate by Be You Group Incorporated, before or at the time of payment. By accepting payment of the grant, the Grantee acknowledges that such variations, deletions and additional conditions may apply.

Acknowledgement of Country We would like to acknowledge that we create and perform on the stolen lands of the Wurundjeri and Bunurong People of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders, past and present, and acknowledge all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We are privileged and honoured to be able to continue the long history of storytelling on this land. About Lucky Stiff Content Warning: Use of Fake Firearms & Partial Nudity We're back!!!! After a hit season in 2023, the team behind Be You Productions' Lucky Stiff is back for the Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 and have created a new company called Bold Offer Productions. Our 2024 production is bigger, bolder and bubbling over with joy! Lucky Stiff is the heartwarming tale of a man, a corpse, and a whole lot of money. Harry Witherspoon, a down-on-his-luck shoe salesman, inherits a fortune from his dead uncle, but there's a catch: he has to drag the old man's embalmed body to Monte Carlo for one last hurrah. Along the way, Harry finds love, adventure, and the true meaning of family (even if it's with a deceased relative). Lucky Stiff was first produced Off-Broadway in 1988, with Book and Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens and Music by Stephen Flaherty (also known for their work on Seussical the Musical, Anastasia, Ragtime, and Once on This Island). It is based on "The Man Who Broke The Bank At Monte Carlo" by Michael Butterworth. First produced by Playwrights Horizons, Inc. Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia). Our Cast Chelsea Hyde (she/her) Annabel Glick Chelsea’s recent theatre credits include Lucy Grant (Bright Star - FabNobs), Pickles (The Great American Trailer Park Musical - PEP Productions), and Lucy (Helene Dunlop’s ‘Mrs Bin’ - Cracked Actors Theatre Summer Reading 2022). When not onstage, Chelsea is teaching dance and drama at her local dance school (Aspect Motion School of Dance), and works as a freelance admin assistant supporting creatives and arts associations. Chelsea completed her Bachelor of Music (Music Theatre) at the Australian Institute of Music, and is represented by Ian Nisbet Talent Management. She is forever grateful for the opportunity to contribute to Australia’s rich history of storytelling in this colourful, chaotic tale. Daniel Cook (he/him) Harry Witherspoon Daniel is a passionate creative/actor/singer/dancer/anything else they’ll let him do. Daniel studied Musical Theatre and Dance at Theatre Blacks, and is now out in the real world, stumbling about on wobbly baby giraffe legs. In 2023 Daniel has been exploring contemporary dance and choreography with Lion Heart Dance Company as part of the Company Training Program. Daniel was Assistant Director for ‘Rain Falling On The Abattoir’ and ‘Billy Loves Cha Cha, Forever’ (Cracked Actors Theatre), and a performer in ‘High Fidelity’, ‘Shrek’, ‘Bookends’ (SLAMS), ‘Mary Contrary’ (FabNobs). When not performing, Daniel can be found buying craft supplies for yet another hobby. Daniel is represented by Ian Nisbet Talent Management. Drew Holmes (he/they) Vinnie Di Ruzzio After a short stint in Sydney studying acting, Drew relocated to Newcastle to study with RIPA where they acquired their certificate 4 in Musical theatre and a Diploma of Arts ‘Acting’. They have now relocated to Melbourne to continue their creative career. Drew has been lucky enough to work as an Actor, writer, set designer, Director & teacher. Over their long career in the arts they have performed in many productions, such as ‘Into the Woods’, ‘I am my own wife’, ‘Grease the musical’, ‘The last days of Judas Iscariot’, ‘The Great American Trailer Park Musical’, ‘Bat Boy the musical’, ‘The Book of Everything’, ‘Charlies Aunt’, ‘Mary Poppins’, ‘Company’, ‘Dogfight’, ‘The Addams Family’, ‘Title of Show’, ‘Beauty & the Beast’, ‘She loves me’, ‘Priscilla queen of the desert’, ‘Oliver’ & ‘A gentleman’s guide to love and murder’ just to name a few.Drew co-wrote “Unforgettable”, chosen in the top 10 for the 2015 Sydney Short and Sweet festival for which they won best male Actor & Best Male Newcomer for 2014. Drew has Received CONDA’s for their performance of Amos Heart ‘Chicago’ (SNAP) 2013 & excellence in set & prop design ‘she loves me’ (Opera Hunter) 2021 and a Green Room award of best production for James Terry collective’s ‘Kinky Boots’ 2023 Drew is proudly represented by Ian Nisbet Talent Management Elle Sejean-Allen (she/her) Rita La Porta Elle was most recently seen on stage in Much Ado About Nothing (Melbourne Shakespeare Company), and is thrilled to return to Lucky Stiff for the 2024 season. Elle is in demand as a touring vocalist for headlining artists across the Pop, Jazz, and Classical-Crossover genres, and keeps a full teaching schedule of lessons and workshops across the city and in regional areas working mainly on the lands of the Kulin Nation. Elle proudly continues to work as a mentor for upcoming IBPOC artists for several organisations (including Be You Inc.) A graduate of the Victorian College of the Arts and the Institute of Music, other credits include the role of Mistress Ford in The Merry Wives of Windsor (Melbourne Shakespeare Company), Gwendolen Fairfax (The Importance of Being Earnest), Working! The Musical, and on-screen in Rush (Network 10, S 4) along with a list of TVC's John Ninis (he/him) Anthony Hendon John has always loved committing to the bit, so he knew when he first saw Lucky Stiff staged last year that he wanted to be involved if the opportunity came up. Well, it did! Besides being a corpse for fun, John is a secondary theatre studies teacher by day, as well as an avid performer in Melbourne’s amateur theatre circle, recently playing as Poland and Norway in Eurobeat (PEP), Stevens in Dogfight (Theatrical) and Billy Cane in Fab Nobs’ production of Bright Star. John is thrilled to be contributing to such a hectic show, ironically, by doing mostly nothing! Kristina Lang (she/her) Spinster, Miss Thorsby, Southern Lady, Nun, Texan Kristina is an emerging artist, passionate about storytelling through a range of different art forms. Kristina has completed a Bachelor of Music in Classical Voice from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts and a Diploma in Music Theatre from Associated Studios Australia. Kristina has experience performing in operas, musicals, concerts, weddings, funerals and singing in professional choirs. Since moving to Melbourne from Perth in 2021, Kristina has played Belle in a production of Beauty and the Beast, performed with Victorian Opera in Il Mago di Oz (The Wizard of Oz), written and performed an original cabaret All Growed Up and most recently, was in Williamstown Musical Theatre Company’s The Boy from Oz as Valerie/Ensemble. She has also performed with Broadway Unplugged as a soloist and backing vocalist. She currently sings at St Patrick’s Cathedral in Melbourne and with the Australian Chamber Choir. She is also passionate about teaching singing and conducting choirs. Kristina is very excited to be performing with Be You Productions as lots of different quirky characters! Liliana Braumberger (she/her) Vicious Punk, Nurse, Waiter, Croupier, Leper, Bellhop Liliana is an actor and photographer based in Naarm/Melbourne. She made her musical debut as Elinor in 2022's Sense and Sensibility: The Musical and has since performed as an artist in residence in Be You's program for developing new Australian works, Be New. Liliana has musical training in voice, oboe and piano and trained at the VCA Actors Studio. Other roles include the singing Princess Alexandra of Bavaria The Regina Monologues, another stint at the MC Showroom demonstrating her improv skills among musical chaos in Hear Me Out and a successful musical theatre fundraiser Extremely Loud and Incredibly Queer for LGBTIQA+ support organisation Switchboard earlier this year. Further credits include a variety of stints behind the camera and backstage, including video artist on Bruce Beresford’s opera Othello. Nathan Fernandez (he/they) Luigi Gaudi Nathan is a Naarm (Melbourne) based creative who moved from Ngambri (Canberra) to study a Diploma of Musical Theatre, and an Advanced Diploma of Dance at APO Arts Academy/DanceWorld and completed their studies in 2015. Their most recent stage credits include a swing for Lockstock and Cladwell, as well as learning an ensemble track during the run, in Urinetown (Soundworks), Kevin in In The Heights (OCPAC) and Stanford/Ensemble in Bright Star (Pursued By Bear) Prior to that, their theatre credits include Mark in Altar Boyz (PEP Productions) and a member of the Ensemble in Rent (James Terry Presents.) Nathan is also a director, most recently directing Death Pretzel at the Butterfly Club in 2023, for “Play In A Day” for Antipodes Theatre Company’s Festival of the Unseen (2023) and Scary Goats Tour at the Butterfly Club for MICF (2021) Nathan is most passionate about telling stories, supporting new and innovative ways of presenting theatre and delivering stories with honesty and integrity. Nathan is also a director, most recently directing Death Pretzel at the Butterfly Club in 2023, for “Play In A Day” for Antipodes Theatre Company’s Festival of the Unseen (2023) and Scary Goats Tour at the Butterfly Club for MICF (2021) Nathan is most passionate about telling stories, supporting new and innovative ways of presenting theatre and delivering stories with honesty and integrity. Rayhan Amadeus Maskun (he/him) Lorry Driver, Solicitor, Mr Loomis, Waiter, Bellhop, Emcee Rayhan graduated from The Australian Institute of Music with a Bachelor of Music (Musical Theatre). Born and raised in Indonesia, he moved to Melbourne to pursue a career in the performing arts industry. Since then, he has performed in numerous shows, a highlight being Miss Saigon (Osmad), Maybe This Time (Be You Group), Broken Records (five by five theatre), and I Need You to See Me which was written and produced by Vidya Makan. In his spare time, Rayhan also writes a variety of shows that he hopes to put on someday. Rayhan dedicates his performance to his family in Indonesia, and to every person who hasn’t felt seen. Ruby Stewart (she/they) Landlady, Secretary, Southern Lady, Maid Ruby graduated from Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance with a Diploma in Musical Theatre in 2021. They are currently performing as a Resident Artist with Broadway Unplugged (Be You Group) and are soon to be seen as Betty in SEARCHING FOR BETTY by Keyanna Burgher in this upcoming Melbourne Fringe Festival. Ruby has starred in many other original works such as Marigold in ON THE RISE by Julian Smith-Gard and Oscar Jenkin in Melbourne Fringe Festival 2022, and more recently performed as Peggy/Maree in Be New’s presentation of 18/23 by Hamish Pickering. Lucky Stiff will be Ruby’s first official Musical performance. Zoë Harlen (she/they) Dominique du Monaco When Zoë saw the musical Cats at age 8, she knew she wanted to be a performer - or a cat. Failing the second option, Zoë studied a Bachelor of Musical Theatre at the Queensland Conservatorium, graduating 2017, and has since played everything from Lady Macbeth to a French cabaret chair. She's performed Australia-wide and internationally with multiple theatre companies, including Shake & Stir, Jally Entertainment, Brisbane Immersive Ensemble, and the musical improvisation troupe Impromptunes, most recently at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Our Team Enya Cai (she/her) Producer & Chief Bold Offerer Enya Cai is a Producer and Consultant who works across the Arts and Corporate sectors. In the creative world, she leads social inclusion arts projects as the Conductor of Operations for Creativity Australia, produces independent theatre and founded Bold Offer Productions, and teaches choirs for young people. Across Corporate clients she provides specialised advice on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and facilitates leadership training. Enya has worked in Government and Corporates across social policy areas, including at the Victorian Multicultural Commission, Commission for Gender Equality in the Public Sector, and EY (Ernst & Young). Enya holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Melbourne and a Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting. Enya was the Producer for Be You Productions' Lucky Stiff in 2023, and the Production Manager and Stage Manager for flatpack’s production of Dry Land in 2024 at Theatre Works. Enya believes art is a vehicle for social change, and is thrilled to be working with this weird and wonderful bunch again for Lucky Stiff! Bradley Dylan (he/they) Director Bradley, the visionary founder and CEO of Be You, brings a rich tapestry of experience to the performing arts and leadership sectors. With a career spanning over two decades, Bradley has forged a unique path that intersects the realms of artistic creativity and leadership development. Bradley applies a unique, systemic approach to theatre that integrates applied psychological insights with a deep understanding of social systems to bring audiences a nuanced yet entertaining show. His directorial prowess, demonstrated in acclaimed productions such as "Urinetown", "Curtains", and "The Wedding Singer", reflects a deep commitment to exploring complex social themes through the lens of musical theatre comedies. Bradley's holistic perspective is evident in his dedication to creating inclusive, supportive spaces that champion diversity and accessibility. Through his leadership, Bradley seeks to dismantle barriers to artistic expression, ensuring the theatre becomes a conduit for social change and personal development. His work embodies a passionate belief in the power of the arts to inspire, challenge, and unite us, making a lasting impact on the world of theatre and beyond. Daniele Buatti (he/him) Music Director Daniele Buatti, a highly skilled Music Director, Arranger, Orchestrator, Pianist, and Voice Coach in Melbourne, brings a holistic coaching approach to singers. Serving as the Musical and Creative Director of Broadway Unplugged since 2013, he leads a skilled band, crafts captivating arrangements, and delivers exciting concerts six times a year. Daniele's expertise extends to institutions like VCA, AIM, Ministry of Dance, and VCASS, where he serves as Music Director, Répétiteur, Accompanist, Vocal Coach, and Music Theory teacher. With an extensive musical background, Daniele has directed notable productions, including The Musical of Musicals: The Musical (Be You Productions), A Chorus Line (Federation University), A Little Night Music (Watch This), Bring It On (Stage Masters), and The Beautiful Game (Manilla Street Productions). Jackson Passlow (they/he) Stage Manager Jackson Passlow is a stage manager and student at The Victorian College of The Arts with past experience in theatres with shows such as La Cage Aux Folles (2023) and Constellations (2023). They bring a mix of technical and theoretical skills to their practice and can't wait to expand their knowledge with this production of Lucky Stiff. Katie Williams (they/them) Lighting Designer Katie is an early career technical arts professional. They have experience in a variety of roles; recently having stage managed/operated for FRITZ (La Mama Courthouse), designed lighting for Witch, Please! (The Butterfly Club) and worked as the Technical Stage Manager for Oh Sheila and Object-Shun/SERMON (DanceHouse). They also provide technician services for Kingston Arts Centre. Lachlan Jones (he/him) Sound Engineer Lachlan is relatively new to the theatre scene and is making a stellar impact with his proficiency in all things sound. Lachlan is currently studying at VCA completing Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production) and is specialising in Set and Sound design. He’s looking forward to pursuing his passion and further his career in theatre and is thrilled to be a part of the team of Lucky Stiff! Credits Producer : Enya Cai Director : Bradley Dylan Music Director : Daniele Buatti Stage Manager : Jackson Passlow Choreography : Nathan Fernandez, Chelsea Hyde, Ruby Stewart Annabel Covers : Zoë Harlen & Ruby Stewart Rita Cov ers : Zoë Harlen & Liliana Braumberger Vinnie Cover : Rayhan Maskun ​ Lighting Design : Katie Williams Sound Design : Bradley Dylan Sound Operation : Lachlan Jones Set Design : Bradley Dylan Backstage Crew : Jackson Passlow, Enya Cai, Bradley Dylan Front of House : Brendan Jelley, El Daly, Ana Swadling, Enya Cai Marketing Direction and Creative Design : Liliana Braumberger Marketing and Social Media Team : Liliana Braumberger Kristina Lang, Chelsea Hyde, Daniele Buatti, Enya Cai Graphic Design : Liliana Braumberger & Daniele Buatti Photography : Liliana Braumberger & Daniele Buatti Animation : Liliana Braumberger ​ Special thanks to Skin of Our Teeth Productions for the use of their wheelchair. About Be You Productions Lucky Stiff is the fourth show by Be You Productions , the 'main stage' arm of Be You Group . Be You Productions seeks to shake up the industry by embodying a 'people first' mantra in all we do. We volunteer our time to create these shows, and our actors and associates are engaged under our Ethical Profit Share model. We keep expenses low, which means cheaper tickets and more take-home money for our actors and associates. ​ We believe theatre should be people focussed as, without people, there would be no live theatre. We believe many minds make for a better product. We believe money does not equal better, rather personal attachment to your work creates a better product. ​ We hope you can feel the love on our stage. The love for the work, for theatre, and for each other.

Be New Be You Ed Broadway Unplugged Productions Underground Be You Group Producer's Note More Be You Productions presents The Musical of Musicals the Musical By Eric Rockwell and Joanne Bogart The Musical of Musicals is a comic valentine to broadway, coming to The MC Showroom from the 10th -13th December 2020. Do you need to make up for all the theatre you missed in 2020? See five of the greats in one easy-to-digest socially-distanced sitting! In this hilarious satire of musical theatre, one iconic story is told in the style of five famous stage masters; Rogers & Hammerstein, Sondheim, Jerry Herman, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Kander & Ebb. Will the villainous landlord win the hand of the ingenue? Will the hero come to her rescue? Which rousing ballad with the matron sing next? This quick-paced, witty show will have theatre aficionados in stitches (and their friends and family will probably enjoy it too). THE CAST THE TEAM Daniel Agar ​ Antoinette Davis ​ Kaitlin Jempson ​ Belinda Jenkin ​ Tom Kantor ​ Isabel Knight Bradley Dylan Producer ​ Laura de Iongh Director (Acting) ​ Daniele Buatti Director (Music) ​ Brendan Jelley Director (Choreography) ​ Chelsea Homan Stage Manager ACKNOWLEDGMENTS AND THANKS The Be You Inc. Board Miao at the The MC Showroom The Space Dance & Arts Centre Renee at Phoenix TC Graphic design by Daniele Buatti Download the Programme

< Back Georg Gleeson they/she Warren Georg Gleeson is a proud queer performer from Meanjin, Queensland. In 2020 Georg completed their Advanced Diploma of Art (Musical Theatre and Commercial Dance) at the Australian Dance Performance Institute and Queensland College of Dance under the guidance of course director Jacqui Devereux. During their time there, Georg performed as a soloist in Weathering the Storm (dir. Penny Farrow) and Treading the Boards (dir. Tim Hill). Since graduating Georg debuted as Peter Quince in Serpentine Arts Company’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream and performed their self-derived Cabaret Becoming Georg in 10 Act Cabaret with The Head Bros. Right before moving down to Melbourne for Ordinary Days, Georg worked as Vocal Coach on Observatory Theatre’s production of Destiny Doomed. On top of their performance career, Georg is a qualified digital marketer, and has worked with various performing arts schools and community theatre groups across Brisbane.

< Back Bronya Doyle she/her Assistant Director & Movement Director Bronya is an emerging Movement Director, Director, and Theatre Practitioner. Starting her early career in Dance, Bronya’s practice is primarily based in physical theatre to work collaboratively with creatives and actors in both text based productions and devised work. In 2018, she worked as the Producer at Melbourne Fringe for The Factory: A Sharp Intake of Breath and Chicks Dig It and was a Production Manager for MUSC’s Site Specific project An Other Space. In creative teams, she worked as the Director for UMMTA’s production of GP and as Assistant Choreographer under Xanthe Beesley for UHT’s production IDA. In 2019, she began the year as the Stage Manager for the debut production of Fran & Leni for Melbourne Independent Theatre company Seemingly Wholesome and was the Festival Production Manager for Mudfest at Melbourne University. In 2021, Bronya was the Director of Nirvana for La Mama’s Opening Banksia Festival and was co-creator of Eleven O’Clock Theater company. In 2022 attended the Frantic Assembly International Summer and runs Physical Theatre classes weekly at Melbourne Actors Guild. In May, she completed a Secondment with a Directorial Attachment with the Melbourne Theatre Company’s production of The Violent Outburst that Drew Me to You.

Another Production Company? Our point of difference is our priority: creating and supporting sustainable theatre. Be You Productions is a Melbourne based professional independent theatre company that strives to create sustainable theatre using an Ethical Profit Share model to pay our people for their work. ​ We're staging productions and sharing everything we experience and learn with you. Open Auditions Small Budget Performers Decide Transparency Story Focus We believe the best talent is waiting to be found ​ Our auditions are open to everyone, are easy to apply, are person-centred, and take place in a safe space. ​ They are based entirely on skill and equity. And most of all we will be honest, open, and ethical in all we do. ​ Previous Shows

Self Tape / Show Reel Feedback A re you constantly submitting your Self Tapes or Show Reel to Casting or Agents but getting no feedback from them? We can help! Whether you have an important submission coming up or you're developing your new showreel, Brendan (Agent, Casting Director and Brand Consultant) has the expertise and experience to give you the tailored feedback and advice you nee d. ​ Brendan can provide feedback on Acting, Singing, Danc e, and Voice Reels How it works ​ ​ Simply submit the link to your Self Tape or Showreel via our form (linked below) along with any relevant info (if its for a specific casting) and Brendan will be in touch via email with tailored feedback and advice. ​ This is a pay what you feel servi ce. Details on payment are in the form. The funds raised by this service go toward helping Be You Group. ​ Get Feedback Here Looking for more guidance on your Brand? Check out Brand You's Consulation Service ​ Find Out More

< Back Daniele Buatti Creative and Music Director daniele@beyouinc.org At the heart of creating sound, is a willingness to express. ​ I'm a passionate and caring Music Director based in Melbourne. I am a highly skilled pianist, arranger and work extensively as a voice coach with developing performers. I have a great passion in working with the voice and love to combine my knowledge of yoga to help performers unlock their unique sound. I hold a great passion for helping artists express themselves and take unique and holistic approach to the voice, connecting breath, body and mind to help create an embodied performance. ​ THOUGHT • INTENTION • BREATH • EXPRESSION I believe that expression only happens when the thought arises to express. I wish to help people connect with their body and voice, in order to convey a deeply and truly embodied character. With a therapeutic approach to the voice, each student can expect to not only inform the characters they are portraying, but to also gain a better understanding of their own mannerisms, expressions and thoughts.

< Back Nabs Adnan he/him Producer & Stage Manager Nabs Adnan is an emerging artist and has been involved in various theatre productions since he arrived in Melbourne almost 6 years ago. Most recently he appeared as Sonny in the successful run of In The Heights with OCPAC and he is a 2022 Resident Artist with Broadway Unplugged. Nabs’ production team member credits include co-producer of Rent (UMMTA), equity officer of Safe Word in the 2019 Melbourne Fringe Festival, equity officer for Parade (UMMTA), and assistant director of The Witches of Eastwick (UMMTA). Nabs is also the Treasurer of the Be You Group.

< Back Rebecca Price Video Production ​ Rebecca is a proud descendant of the Tagalaka people of Far North Queensland and was recently an artist of the 2021 Maybe This Time showcase. Recently graduating with her Bachelor of Music (Music Theatre) from AIM, her love of engaging and performing with like-minded creatives to foster healthy work environments and inclusive conversations has her excited to be part of Be You. She served as a board member for three years before moving over to our operations team. Moving forward, her dream for the future of the theatre industry is one where everyone’s voice is heard and inclusivity and empowerment is second nature.

< Back Weng Yi Wong Production Manager wengyi@beyouinc.org Weng Yi is passionate about many things. Alongside her interests in dressage, literature, and intellectual property law, Weng Yi is passionate about musical theatre and celebrating the talent and heart of our performers in the Australian musical theatre industry. Weng Yi brings to Broadway Unplugged and Be You Inc a diverse skillset. Her strengths in organisation, management, and creative problem solving have been developed throughout her time working in various industries, including the media and entertainment industry, equine industry, and the legal profession. Coming from a classical music background, Weng Yi also has solo, orchestral and string ensemble experience, and is interested in exploring different ways of creating and telling stories through the medium of music and theatre. Weng Yi is thrilled to be managing the Broadway Unplugged productions and furthering Be You Inc's commitment to empowering performers and creating equitable opportunities in the musical theatre industry.