ROLES: PLAYWRIGHT + PRODUCER
Two plays. One stage.
Following a two-week, parallel-model creative development period, Shared Ground will present rehearsed readings of two works in progress by Mackay playwrights Cassandra Ramsay and Traci Lietzke.
Join us for an intimate evening of storytelling and be part of the creative journey.
When: Fri 24 July, 2026
Where: Andergrove Community Centre, Mackay
Cost: $20
Tickets on sale soon.
The Regional Arts Development Fund is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Mackay Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.
ROLE: FACILITATOR
Learn how to bring your stories to life on stage in this creative workshop at Mackay Libraries. Explore character, conflict, and theatrical storytelling through practical activities and guided writing exercises. Connect with fellow creatives, build new skills, and discover the confidence to write for live performance. Beginners welcome!
When: Sat 23 May, 2026
Where: Dudley Denny Library, Mackay
Cost: Free, thanks to Mackay Regional Libraries
Registrations open soon.
Photo by LeAnne Vincent.
ROLE: CURATOR
Step into a playful imagination of Caitlin Ramsay (1996-2024) in HOOKED: The Whimsical World of Caitlin Ramsay, a celebration of the beloved local artist’s creativity and spirit.
A self-taught textile artist with a fascination and love for animals and the natural world, Caitlin transformed yarn into vivid expressions of life both real and fantastical – from the creatures of the deep to those found in our own backyards.
Through her intricate crochet works, visitors are invited to rediscover the wonder of nature, craft, and imagination – and to see how artistry can transform the everyday into something extraordinary.
HOOKED brings together a collection of Caitlin’s distinctive works as part of the Outside Art movement, honouring her joyful perspective and enduring connection between creativity, curiosity, and care for the world around us.
When: 28 Jan-1 Mar, 2026
Where: Botanic Gardens Lagoon Gallery, Mackay
Cost: Free
Photo by Caitlin Ramsay.
ROLE: PLAYWRIGHT/PARTICIPANT
In 2025, five Mackay playwrights were selected to take part in Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre’s HARVEST program, taking part in dedicated masterclasses with acclaimed Australian playwright Hilary Bell, workshops with visiting artists including award-winning collective Counterpilot, and visits to Brisbane to observe and meet with various sector networks, including QPAC, Out of the Box Festival, and Circa.
Image: Telina James (Marketing & Engagement Officer, MECC), Hilary Bell (Playwright & Mentor), Traci Lietzke (Playwright/Participant), Cass Ramsay (Playwright/Participant).