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Cate Blanchett and Warwick Thornton on The New Boy: ‘Saviour is such a dangerous word’

The director’s latest film, about an Aboriginal boy taken to a Christian orphanage, sat untouched for years – until the actor came into his orbit

The Guardian - AU · Jul 4, 2023

Aboriginal actor-turned-director Shari Sebbens takes the reins on new theatre productions in Sydney and Melbourne in 2023

The Jabirr Jabirr and Bardi actor-turned-director is best known for her film and TV work, but her first love is theatre - and in 2023, she's directing a whopping four shows on Australia's main stages.

ABC News · Oct 7, 2022

‘Othello is truly a dream role – no gammin!’ Jimi Bani takes on the role of a lifetime

The actor is about to play Othello as a Torres Strait Islander in the second world war. He reflects on his career and his preparations to be the ninth chief of the Wagadagam tribe

The Guardian - AU · Sep 6, 2022