Pivot: Creatives Connected

Propel presents Pivot: Creatives Connected! 

Pivot: Creatives Connected is a one-day masterclass presented by Propel and returns to Perth in 2024! Taking place at The Platform, Pivot welcomes young people and emerging arts practitioners for an insightful day of keynote talks, panel discussions and workshops that serve to mentor and inspire.  

On November 16th, hear from local and rising arts professionals across various artistic disciplines as they engage in a lasting dialogue about Perth’s dynamic arts landscape. Join us for an insightful day where speakers will draw upon their experiences, share insights into building a sustainable career in the creative industry, provide practical advice on navigating daily life as a creative, and much more.   

The event will culminate with an opportunity to connect with the community, engage in candid conversations, and have a professional headshot taken at no cost.  

The breadth of this year’s lineup and program is reflective of various creative disciplines, including poetry, music, dance, theatre, film, animation, installation, curation, performance, comedy, writing and more.  

You’ll be hearing from: 

• Perun Bonser – Filmmaker and Video Artist   
• Kaya Ortiz – Poet and Record Keeper 
• Pavan Kumar Hari – Composer, Musician and Performer 
• Drea – Songwriter 
• Jay Emmanuel – Director, Writer, Actor and Artistic Director 
• Tee Ken Ng – Director, Animator and Graphic Designer 
• Tyrone Earl Lraé Robinson – Dancer and Choreographer 
• Vuma Phiri – Storyteller  
• Libby Klysz – Freelance Producer 
• Maeson Harvey – Editor-in-Chief
• Emma Buswell – Artist, Curator and Designer 

You'll also have the opportunity to engage in hands on workshops. Choose from one of the following workshops when registering your attendance:  

• Producing Projects 101 – Libby Klysz 
• Biography Writing – Vuma Phiri 
• Safe Storytelling – Maeson Harvey (WhyNot) 

Please note, this event is Auslan interpreted and support dog friendly. We have a universal access toilet and four gender neutral toilets. We honour Companion Cards with a second ticket at no extra cost. 

Propel Youth Arts WA is committed to making our events accessible to all who wish to attend. Refer to the event day’s access key here.

When: Saturday, November 16th 2024, 9am – 5pm. 

Where: The Platform Perth, 3/265 Adelaide Terrace, Perth. 

Cost: $39 for Propel members (member access code sent via email), $69 for non-members and $29 for concession card holders. If you’d like to become a Propel member, sign up via our website – it’s free for 12 to 26-year-olds! 

Propel has a NOTAFLOF (No One Turned Away For Lack of Funds) policy. Please contact us if you would like to discuss NOTAFLOF options available to you. If you have specific access requirements, please contact the Propel team at hello@propel.org.au or call us on 08 9328 5855 to discuss how we can facilitate you attending Pivot.