Suzie Miller Award
In the wake of the global success of Prima Facie, Griffin is excited to announce the Suzie Miller Award.
The Suzie Miller Award supports mid-career playwrights in the writing and development of daring and innovative new work.
Through the awarding of a full commission and residency at Griffin, as well as mentorship from Suzie Miller herself, the Award provides pathways towards production both within Australia and overseas. It also provides the opportunity to contribute to Griffin’s Artistic programs such as Griffin Studio and the Griffin Award.
The Suzie Miller Award is open to writers with an established practice, who have both industry recognition and a body of professionally-produced work that speaks to ‘now’—asking knotty, contemporary questions of Australia’s audiences.
Applications are now closed! All applicants will be contacted by mid-December, with shortlisted writers invited to interview to discuss their writing practice and how the Award will benefit them.
The Suzie Miller Award is open to writers with an established practice. A suitable candidate will:
- Have a body of professionally-produced work and industry recognition.
- Demonstrate a track record of work which speaks to ‘now’ and asks knotty questions of Australia’s audiences.
- Stand to benefit from the financial and creative support provided by the residency.
- Is a resident in Greater Sydney or NSW and is available to attend regular events and meetings.
I’m not sure if I’m considered ‘mid-career’. Help!
We understand! Please feel free to reach out to [email protected] and we can have a yak about your eligibility for the Award.
Do I need to reside in NSW to apply for the Suzie Miller Award?
Yes. The two-year program requires regular attendance at programming meetings with Griffin’s Artistic team, along with mentoring sessions with Griffin Studio Artists, making interstate participation difficult to accommodate.
I’ve sent in my EOI! What happens next?
Great question! Expressions of Interest will be reviewed by Griffin’s Literary team and shortlisted writers will be invited to an interview to discuss their writing practice and their potential to benefit from the program a little further.
Eligible? Read the Frequently Asked Questions? You’re ready to apply! Applications for the Suzie Miller Award close at 5pm on Wednesday 15 November.
