STRUT Residency

This residency unites national dance sectors by providing development opportunities for dance-makers across Australia. Presented in partnership with STRUT (WA), the residency aims to foster national conversations in dance through participation and exposure.

A selected South Australian dance artist will be offered a 1-week residency to develop and present a public studio showing of their work, at STRUT in Perth in 2026.

We are most interested in contemporary dance, dance theatre and physical theatre genres.

The Mill will fund the following:

• $1,300 artist fee per/artist for two artists (plus 12% superannuation)

• $1,071 per diems per/artist for two artists 

• $1,400 for accommodation

• $1,200 for travel costs

• $600 for video/photo documentation

STRUT Dance will offer the following:

• 1 week studio space at King Street Arts Centre (Dates: Nov 30th - Dec 4th, Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm)

• Documentation support (organisation of video & photo documentation during time of residency)

• Basic technical support such as lighting and projection equipment

• Public connection through organising a studio showing for general public

• A hot desk in their office at King Street Arts Centre

• Sector connection through facilitating a Practice Sharing to meet and share with local arts community

• An opportunity to teach STRUT’s public and professional classes (public class after hours & professional class within the residency hours)

Eligibility

• A South Australian artist that has been based in South Australia for at least 6 of the last 12 months.
  

Any questions or queries, please contact The Mill CEO/Artistic Director Katrina Lazaroff.

Key dates

Applications open: September 23, 2026, at 9:30am

Applications close: October 15, 2026, at 9.30am

Applicants to be notified of outcome: Week of October 19, 2026

Residency dates: November 30 - December 4, 2026

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2025 Recipient

Past Call-outs

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This residency has support from

Adelaide Fringe Technical Manager & Stage Manager

Looking to expand your theatre production skills? Join our 2027 Adelaide Fringe team (paid positions).

We are seeking a Technical Manager and Stage Manager to work with us across the 2027 Adelaide Fringe season, from February 15 to March 21, 2027.

These dynamic gigs are best suited to well organised people with technical theatre and backstage experience, who enjoy collaborating with performers from a range of disciplines.

About the Technical Manager role:

• The Technical Manager is central to The Mill‘s Adelaide Fringe venue team - working alongside our Venue Manager and Stage Manager across a busy 5-6 week contract.

• The Technical Manager is responsible for managing the presentation of high-quality live performances across theatre, dance, experimental / hybrid performance, live music and cabaret.

• The role is best suited to someone well organised, with solid technical theatre experience - specifically operating live shows.

• It is key that the Technical Manager can work professionally across multiple shows in a single day / night - ensuring our venue meets each show's unique requirements.

• The Mill pays LPA rates (Production and Support Staff Level 8) on a casual basis, with penalty rates awarded as required. Total estimated remuneration across the season is $7,000 - $8,500 + 12% superannuation.

About the Stage Manager role:

• The Stage Manager is key to The Mill’s Adelaide Fringe venue team - working alongside our Venue Manager and Technical Manager across a busy 5-6 week contract.

• The Stage Manager is responsible for managing artists presenting at our venue, and assisting with live production across a range of disciplines.

• It is key that the Stage Manager can work professionally across multiple shows in a single day / night - ensuring our venue meets each show's unique requirements.

• The Mill pays LPA rates (Production and Support Staff Level 5) on a casual basis, with penalty rates awarded as required. Total estimated remuneration across the season is $5,000 - $6,500 + 12% superannuation.

These dynamic gigs are best suited to well organised people with backstage theatre experience, who enjoy collaborating with performers from a range of disciplines.

Ideal candidates for each role will have:

• Availability Monday, February 15 to Sunday, March 21, 2027, up to 5 days / nights per week.

• Great interpersonal skills and a good hustle.

• Basic on-the-job training will be provided by The Mill for all venue staff, but familiarity with QLAB, live AUX / LX / AV operations, and solid technical theatre skills are expected for Technical Manager Role, and highly desirable for Stage Manager role.

Our 2027 Adelaide Fringe season will run Wednesday to Sunday, with an average night consisting of 3-4 shows. The Technical Manager will also work daytime hours - for technical rehearsals. 

Dedicated box office / FOH staff and ushers will be provided for all shows.

Key details

Applications close: Monday, November 9, 10am ACST

Note: Applications will be assessed as they are submitted, first in best dressed. Submit your CV and a cover letter.

Photo: Neasan

Photo: Neasan

WAYIN:THI

In Kaurna language, WAYIN:THI means to move or to flow.

Produced by The Mill, WAYIN:THI is a First Nations dance theatre ensemble based in South Australia, grounded in culture, self-determination and contemporary performance-making.

Co-led by First Nations artists Caleena Sansbury, a Kaurna, Ngarrindjeri and Narungga woman, and Kaine Sultan-Babij, an Arrernte and Gurindji man, WAYIN:THI is dedicated to amplifying the voices and creative practices of South Australian First Nations dance and performance artists.

Through movement, music and storytelling, WAYIN:THI creates powerful performance experiences that bring First Nations stories and perspectives to the stage.

The Mill provides funding infrastructure, business support and management mentorship, building on the legacy of its First Nations Dance Program. Together, they are committed to advocating for and supporting First Nations artists through collaborative creative processes and the development of bold new dance works.

WAYIN:THI has performed across major arts, cultural and community events, including the Ruby Awards, Adelaide Fringe, Blak Night at Carclew, Common Threads Summit, Gluttony Gala, Reconciliation SA Gala, Mourning in the Morning at Elder Park, NAIDOC Week Family Fun Day and the NAIDOC SA Gala Ball. Their first major work Fibres won Best of Dance in Week 1 of the 2026 Adelaide Fringe Weekly Awards.

Bring powerful First Nations storytelling, movement and performance to your next event.

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Past Programs

Call-outs

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Reception + Venue Volunteers

Reception and Gallery Supervisor Role

Reception and Gallery Supervisors are the face of The Mill and play a key role in welcoming people to our venue.

They are the point of contact for members of the public who reach out to us (in person or via phone) and are responsible for making a positive first impression. They welcome visitors, artists and audiences into our spaces and make sure they feel well looked after.

Reception and Gallery Supervisors are also responsible for ensuring we are a great place to work and visit; helping us to keep clean, tidy, safe and professional.

Reception and Gallery Supervisors work closely with our team in completing a wide range of venue-oriented duties, in and around our spaces and alongside our artistic community.

This is a 1-3 day/PW volunteering role, please send a CV and/or short bio and list any relevant experience working in creative environments, arts organisations, galleries and or hospitality.

People volunteering can have this work count towards their CentreLink Mutual Obligation Requirements.

Applications will be assessed on arrival.

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Venue Manager Assistant

The Venue Manager Assistant plays a key role in supporting The Mill’s Venue Manager with hands-on maintenance and building upkeep.

We're looking for volunteers with:

• 4-8 hours availability weekly or fortnightly

• A desire to develop their arts experience

• A good level of physical fitness

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