June 2026 - PAC Australia Board

ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivate - Shake & Stir Theatre Co
by Lynda de Koning June 26, 2026

June 26, 2026

Dear Members, Shake & Stir Theare Co have submitted a membership application to reactivate their membership following their resignation in mid 2025. Producer Membership: Shake & Stir Theatre Co. Shake & Stir is one of the country's leading contemporary theatre companies touring Australia and New Zealand since 2006. Shake & Stir produce an annual season of Mainstage and in-school productions. https://shakeandstir.com.au/ The recommendation is that the application be accepted. Georgia – can you please nominate? Louisa - can you please second? All in favour? Many thanks, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://paca.org.au/> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [X] I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.

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ACTION REQUESTED: Membership Application - Encounter Theatre
by Lynda de Koning June 26, 2026

June 26, 2026

Dear Members, Encounter Theatre have submitted a membership application for Producer/Tour Producer membership. ENCOUNTER is an intercultural theatre company based on Noongar Boodjar, creating bold contemporary performance work that brings people together through storytelling, diversity, and belonging. We collaborate with artists and communities to develop work that challenges perspectives, amplifies under-represented voices, and fosters cultural dialogue and connection. https://www.encountertheatre.com/ The recommendation is that the application be accepted. Harley – can you please nominate? Drew - can you please second? All in favour? Many thanks, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://paca.org.au/> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [X] I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.

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ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival
by Lynda de Koning June 16, 2026

June 16, 2026

Dear Members, Melbourne International Comedy Festival have submitted a membership reactivation request following their resignation in late 2024 (due to budget pressures/unsecured funding). Festival Membership: Melbourne International Comedy Festival. The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of the three largest comedy festivals in the world. Held annually, the festival features a rich mix of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performances, and more. https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/ The recommendation is that the application be accepted. Heidi – can you please nominate? Peter - can you please second? All in favour? Many thanks, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://paca.org.au/> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [X] I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.

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Board invitation
by Katherine Connor June 11, 2026

June 11, 2026

Hi everyone, Our colleagues at the Advisory Board for the Arts are hosting an executive roundtable on their new study regarding the engagement of Millennial and Gen Z audiences - usually reserved for members of ABA they have extended the invitation to PAC Australia exec and board members. Please see details below if you are interested in joining. Dear colleagues, I am excited to extend an invitation from ABA to a highly interactive virtual executive roundtable<https://www.advisoryboardarts.com/virtual-roundtables-2026> designed exclusively for CEOs and Executive Directors on July 9th at 16:30 AEST (UTC+10). Space is limited to 15 participants per session, so we encourage you to register early.<http://tickettailor.com/events/advisoryboardforthearts/2196400> This session will center on one of ABA's signature research studies of the year -- our new study on how arts and culture organizations can more effectively engage Millennials and Gen Z (ages 18-45), collectively referred to as the Next Generation. The research challenges long-held assumptions about the Next Generation, replaces myth with evidence, and highlights case examples from organizations worldwide that are successfully adapting their strategies. Specifically, we will explore how these insights can help you: * Understand the motivations, interests, and behaviors of younger people regarding leisure, arts, and culture * Recognize why prioritizing the Next Generation is essential for long-term relevance and sustainability * Develop a strategy to achieve a new balance - placing equal emphasis on engaging the Next Generation alongside the art being presented, with actionable case studies from leading organizations. We hope you will join us for this timely conversation and look forward to hearing your perspective among a small group of peers navigating similar strategic questions. Thank you, Katherine Katherine Connor (she/her) Executive Director | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 419 428 412 | paca.org.au<http://www.paca.org.au/> [cid:image001.gif@01DCF9BF.EF1039C0]<https://apax.org.au/> [A red circle with a white letter f in it Description automatically generated]<https://www.facebook.com/pacaustralia> [signature_2482306534] <https://www.linkedin.com/company/performing-arts-connections-australia> [signature_1587814422] <https://apaca.us15.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=17268242394b2278ede3a3716&id…> [signature_883882369] <https://paca.org.au/members/login.php> [signature_249193979] <https://paca.org.au/resources/touringcharter/> I acknowledge the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation, on whose land I live and work, and pay respects to their Elders past and present. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don't expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.

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ACTION REQUESTED: two Membership Applications - Hobson Bay Cultural Venues and Libby Klysz
by Lynda de Koning June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026

Dear members, We have TWO new member applications for approval, details below. Please ensure when responding that you reference each member and response. LIBBY KLYSZ: We have a new application for Producer (Independent artist) membership from Libby Klysz. Independent producer (for others and me) and artist of live performance. Based in Boorloo/ Perth. Touring, community engagement, shows, creative learning. Good eggs only. Working with Steamworks Arts, Humphrey Bower, The Big HOO-HAA!, Mama Kin Spender, Performing Lines, and many more. https://www.libbyklysz.com/ The recommendation is that the application be accepted. Drew – can you please nominate? Louisa - can you please second? All in favour? HOBSON'S BAY CULTURAL VENUES (Vic) We have a new application for Presenter membership from Hobson's Bay Cultural Venues. Hobsons Bay City Council manages a diverse portfolio of cultural venues that support and enrich the creative, civic and community life of the municipality. Our venues include Altona Theatre, Williamstown Town Hall, the Williamstown Mechanics Institute and the Old Laverton School, each offering unique spaces for performing arts, cultural expression and community engagement. Anchoring the portfolio, Williamstown Town Hall is a landmark 1920s Greek Revival building, recently refurbished to offer a premier events and performance destination just 15 minutes from Melbourneâ€™s CBD. With its grand Ballroom, versatile Supper Room, historic Council Chamber and meeting spaces, the Town Hall hosts a wide range of events including concerts, conferences, civic functions, exhibitions and community celebrations. Altona Theatre is a well-equipped performing arts venue featuring a 240-seat raked auditorium, professional backstage facilities and accessible amenities. It supports a broad program of activities including theatre, music, dance, lectures and community events, providing an important platform for local artists and visiting productions. https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/Venues-and-facilities/Cultural-… Heidi – can you please nominate? Ping - can you please second? All in favour? Many thanks everyone and have a great weekend, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://paca.org.au/> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [X] I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.

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Doodle Poll: PAC Board mtg availability
by Lynda de Koning June 2, 2026

June 2, 2026

Hi, Further to today's board meeting, please complete the following doodle poll so we can schedule a 30 minute budget discussion for late next week. Please hold the preferred times in your diary until we can confirm. https://doodle.com/group-poll/participate/aQK4XrGd Many thanks, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://paca.org.au/> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [cid:ff8053f4-059e-49d9-8f2e-564354e545f9] I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.

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ACTION REQUESTED - new membership application, Tracy Crisp
by Lynda de Koning June 2, 2026

June 2, 2026

Dear members, We have a new application for Producer (Independent artist) membership from Tracy Crisp. www.tracycrisp.com.au<http://www.tracycrisp.com.au> Tracy is undertaking our Tour Producer Training course this year. From the website - short bio: I'm a writer, performer and funeral celebrant from Adelaide/Tarntangya who travels widely but always loves to come home. I have published novels, essays and short stories; and I have written, performed and produced six solo monologues. In 2025, I performed all six of my 'memoir monologues' in one big sell-out season at the Adelaide Fringe, winning several awards including a best theatre award, Spirit of the Fringe, and the prestigious Frank Ford Award. In 2026, I am thrilled to be launching my new book Pearls: Memoir Strands adapted from the scripts of my solo shows and published by Pink Shorts Press. I will also be launching my new performance series, The Women of a Certain Rage Mysteries beginning with Who Killed Gough Whitlam? The recommendation is that the application be accepted. Heidi – can you please nominate? Harley - can you please second? All in favour? Many thanks, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://paca.org.au/> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [X]<http://www.apax.org.au> I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.

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