NIDA acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we learn and tell stories, the Bidjigal, Gadigal, Dharawal and Dharug peoples, and we pay our respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past and present.

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NIDA Alumnus Matthew Hinton’s Soaring Career as a Technical Swing

NIDA alumnus, Matthew Hinton, shares his journey from chemistry to theatrical production, highlighting insights gained at NIDA. He discusses pivotal moments, including his work on Revolt. She said. Revolt again. And Mary Poppins. Transitioning from fly operator to technical swing, Matthew reflects on collaborating with NIDA alumni and offers advice for aspiring creatives.

NIDA Alumna Ruru Zhu: Designing for Stage and Screen

The Fall Guy, Anyone But You, Extraction II and Thor: Love and Thunder; these are just some of the projects designer and NIDA alumna, Ruru Zhu (Bachelor of Fine Arts, Design for Performance, 2020), has worked on since graduation. With a blockbuster resume and a variety of in-demand skills, Ruru takes us through her creative process, challenges, and inspiration.