Greek Australian artists Maria Theodorakis and Katerina Stathis have been named among the 2026 cohort of the Malthouse Artist Development Program, one of Victoria’s leading initiatives supporting emerging theatre practitioners.
The program, run by Malthouse Theatre, offers annual placements for experienced early-career artists based in Victoria, providing opportunities for professional development across a range of disciplines.
Theodorakis joins the cohort in writing, while Stathis has been selected in sound and composition, highlighting the growing presence of Greek Australian creatives within Australia’s contemporary arts landscape.
They are part of a broader group that includes Keith Brockett and Aubrey Flood (directing), Jessamine Moffett (set and costume), Gabrielle Fallen and Corey Saylor-Brunskill (writing).
Since its launch in 2005, the Malthouse Artist Development Program has played a key role in nurturing a new generation of theatre-makers, supporting artists as they refine their craft and build sustainable careers in the industry.
The initiative is supported by The Hansen Little Foundation and continues to provide a platform for diverse voices and creative innovation within Australian theatre.
The inclusion of Theodorakis and Stathis reflects both their individual talent and the ongoing contribution of Greek Australians to the country’s cultural and creative sectors.
