Welcome

Music Theatre Futures 2024 is the first in-person conference for music theatre in Australia, aiming to increase the points of connection between the music theatre research, pedagogy and industry sectors, so we can work through some of our greatest challenges together.

The theme for this year’s conference is “connect”.

The conference will take place at the University of Melbourne’s Southbank campus (VCA) on Monday 15 and Tuesday 16 July, 2024.

Be part of the future and submit your Expression of Interest to present a paper, workshop or conversation at Music Theatre Futures 2024

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Keynote announcement

Music Theatre Futures keynote speaker will be the award-winning, in-demand composer and Broadway Music Director, Supervisor and Arranger Carmel Dean. Book your ticket to hear Carmel speak about her career and what the future could hold for music theatre both internationally and in Australia.

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Learn more about Carmel’s incredible career and achievements.

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Early bird conference tickets

Get your 2 day conference ticket at a reduced rate by taking advantage of our early bird offer. Available for a limited time from Monday 29 April!

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