The Team

  • THE ENSEMBLE

    The Ensemble are professional artists who co-create our work. They lead SEE in creative practice, teaching, outreach and performance development, presentation and touring. 

    Alan Allwright
    Aidan Chick
    Kelly Drummond Cawthon
    Annalise Haigh
    Maggie Jeffries
    David Montgomery
    Alex Moss
    Elise Romaszko
    Nicole Simms-Farrow
    Josh Timbs
    William Webster

  • THE PROVOCATEURS

    The Ensemble explore multiple artforms. They are supported by incredible local, national and international mentors.

    Choreography + Directing
    Kelly Drummond Cawthon 

    Music
    Matthew Fargher, Michael Fortescue, Mia Palencia

    Design
    Roz Wren, Jason James

    Film + Photography
    Angus Ashton, Sandi Sissel, K Verell, Ursula Woods

    Experimental Arts
    Julia Drouhin, Luke John Campbell

    Performance
    Lily Alcock, Elise Bagorski, Genevieve Butler, Astrid Wells

  • THE CREW

    Creative Director
    Kelly Drummond Cawthon

    General Manager
    Judith Abell

    Production
    Jason James, Elise Bagorski

    Venue and Project Coordinator
    Karyn Rendall

    Artist Support Coordinator
    Rodri Diaz-Icasuriaga

    Marketing and Communications
    Laura Purcell

  • THE BOARD

    Co Chairs
    Jen Murnaghan + Simon Wellington

    Treasurer
    Christopher Long

    Secretary
    Caine Chennatt

    Public Officer
    Ed Gurry

    General Members
    Tim Butcher, Carolyn Coates, Eleanor Downes

    Ensemble Representative
    Elise Romaszko

2025 Guest Artists

  • Midnight Feast logo featuring a crescent moon with a bite taken out, next to the text 'MIDNIGHT FEAST' and the tagline 'stories that unite' on a black background.

    Midnight Feast

    Established in 2016, Midnight Feast is a transformative performance company that redefines artistic inclusivity. They champion artists with high support needs, providing them a platform to showcase their talents and embark on fulfilling professional journeys.

    At Midnight Feast, they believe in the power of collaboration, fostering a vibrant community where artists of all abilities work together. Through various online and in-person workshops as well as full-scale productions, they cultivate a nurturing environment where everyone's voice is heard and celebrated.

  • Mia Palencia sitting with an acoustic guitar, surrounded by drums and musical instruments in a warmly lit room, smiling as she plays. Photo by Fiona Vail Photography.

    Mia Palencia

    Mia Palencia launched her luminous career in the Malaysian music scene at the age of 14 as the other half of well-loved Sabahan jazz duo Double Take.

    26 years, 7 albums, and numerous concerts and tours later, Mia continues to live her dream of making music the centrepiece of her life’s work.

    Mia’s current work focues on her passion for songwriting and working with aspiring songwriters. She continues to manifest this passion as co-ordinator of the Songwriting programme at the Conservatorium of Music, University of Tasmania.

  • Digby Webster

    Digby Webster is a Sydney-based visual artist and Archibald Prize finalist with a career spanning over a decade.

    His artwork has featured in solo and group exhibitions at Tin Sheds Gallery, Riverside Theatre Parramatta, the Sydney Opera House, and Barangaroo, and is held in the collections of Artbank and the Australia Council for the Arts.

    A founding member of the Ruckus Ensemble, Digby also works in film and performance.

  • Anna-Maria Väisänen

    Anna-Maria Väisänen is a Kuopio-based freelance dance artist exploring inclusivity, power structures, and performer technique.

    She works as a teacher, facilitator, dancer, and choreographer, questioning traditional dancer norms and the capital-centric art world. Her practice examines exposure, cover-up, and dialogue, engaging diverse communities.

  • Miettes

    Miettes is an over-accessorised French Femme absurd cabaret, based in lutruwita / Hobart.

    Edith Perrenot | Singer, concept, script, design
    Svetlana Bunic | Accordeonist, percussion
    Emma Field | Pianist, accordeonist
    Sasha Gavlek | Double bass
    Julia Drouhin | Singer, Petit Cristal Baschet, percussion

    Be sure you will be left with some crumbs (Miettes!).

  • Relâche Scratch Orchestra

    Members include

    Violin 1: Anita Schleebs & Alexandra Harris
    Violin 2: Susanna Clark & Erin Darrigan
    Viola: Damian Holloway & Catherine Prideaux
    Cello: Kate Calwell and Lachlan Johnson
    Bass: Tim Hoban
    Flute: Anne Bothroyd
    Oboe: Mary Harwood
    Clarinet: Angus Deeth
    Bassoon: Alan Greenlees
    Horn: Sophia Read & Xavier Gandy
    Trumpet: Melanie Wilkinson and Carla Ward
    Trombone: Simon Ramirez
    Percussion: Yee Coey Hung

  • Tasmanian Youth Classical Ballet Company

    Dancers - Esther Walsh, Grace Legosz, Violet O'Brien, Bella Birchall, Edwina Blakeway, Sydney Howlett, Gen Millington
    Shayne Davies – Artistic Director & Ballet Master
    Michelle Williams - CEO

    The company presents both traditional classical works and innovative new productions, preparing young dancers for real-world performance experiences while captivating audiences with their artistry.

  • K Verell

    K Verell is an Australian/UK artist working in video, sound, and installation. Their work explores gesture, politics, and place.

  • Sabio

    Sabrina Evans, aka Sabio, is a Hobart-based costume designer, seamstress, and emerging contemporary artist.

    Her work spans fashion, costumes, and sculptural installations, blending textiles, performance, and Tasmanian gothic folklore with surrealist influences.