
We envisage an arts sector that includes and welcomes all Australians.
Founded in 2017 by artist, educator and advocate Cessalee Stovall, Stage A Change is a social enterprise that initiates sector-wide change through its innovative 3-Spoke Plan model: Artist Training, Community Engagement and Industry Standards. The mission is to create equal, authentic and abundant opportunities for First Nations and BIPOC artists across all arenas of the performing arts.
Through our industry-specific DEI consultancy program, tailored to arts practitioners and theatre companies, we have trained and supported more than 1,000 individuals (including artists, producers, researchers and arts workers) from over 25 organisations across Australia.
Organisations in our ChangeMakers program champion change and lead the way towards a more accessible, equitable and inclusive sector.
Current and Former Clients
Our Three Spokes
We initiate sector-wide change through our Three Spokes. Through offering client services that develop Industry Standards, we fund our Artist Training and development initiatives and support our Community Engagement and community-led advocacy.

Artist Training
Our training and development programs help historically excluded artists and arts workers learn the necessary skills to thrive artistically, be competitive and sustain careers in the professional arts industry.

Industry Standards
Through workshops and education we partner with industry stakeholders to revolutionise Diversity, Equity & Inclusion best practice. Through consulting, casting support, policy review and strategic advice, we help creatives build equitable policies, processes and frameworks.

Community Engagement
We connect with minoritised and traditionally under-represented communities. Through our community advocacy and initiatives, we build networds and remove barriers to engage new audiences who are excited to see multicultural stories onstage.
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Meet our Team
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Workshop Facilitators
Effie Nkrumah
Dr. Rachael Jacobs
Akansha Hungenahally
Cessalee Stovall
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Board Members
Board Members
Annie Bourke
Regina Rao
Cessalee Stovall
Observers
Libby Connell
Zoë Lester
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Supporters
Scott Symes
Samuel Gaskin
Pearly Khaw
Richard Carroll
Melissa Boyd
Valerie Harmon
Mick Battista
Jodi Rosenthal
Wade Kelly
Kim Ho
Heather Capitola
Ruthi Hambling
Mark Pritchard
Marlena Huber
Sherie Purefoy
Bali Padda
Natalie Alexopoulos
Kieran McGrath
Sam Ward
Emily Engeman
Dayton Tavares
Rhiannon Irving
Ana Tiwary
Dean Drieberg
Keisha Gilles
Jonathan Homsey
Rebecca Moulding
Amylia Harris
Cara Lopez
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HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT STAGE A CHANGE?
We are only as strong as our community.
Thanks to the generous individuals and organisations who have donated their time and engaged our services since 2017, we are able to offer scholarships, discounted or subsidised workshops, pro bono support and 1:1 care to increase, sustain and amplify professional opportunities for BIPOC artists in Australia.
If you would like to support Stage A Change by partnering, sponsoring a program or offering in-kind services, please reach out to the team at info@stageachange.org.
We would love to hear from you!