When the Australia Council recently released its report on the grim situation faced by women when it comes to taking over creative leadership roles in our theatre industry it was hardly shocking news, but an extremely disappointing outcome, nevertheless.
Who are the women currently inspiring and taking on the lead in a male-dominated theatre industry? We went in search of success stories and top female-talent that deserves to be looked up to and celebrated as the fight for gender equality continues on the Australian stage.
