Welcome to Drama Dispatch
At Drama Dispatch, we believe in the power of storytelling, and what better canvas to paint our narratives than a blog dedicated to the wonderful world of art. Welcome to our digital haven, where creativity knows no bounds, and every post is a brushstroke in the masterpiece of our artistic journey.
Drama Dispatch, is an extension of our commitment to fostering a community where art enthusiasts, aspiring creators, and curious minds can come together to share, learn, and find inspiration. We envision a space where words become colors, and ideas transform into vivid expressions on the canvas of our collective imagination.
What sets Drama Dispatch apart from the rest, is our team are involved within the arts world, whether that be as administrators, creatives, performers or techies. We don't just have a passion for writing, we ourselves live within the arts world and have your best interests at heart!
Interested in writing for us? Send us an expression of interest to info@dramadispatch.com.au
MEET THE TEAM
JAKE GOODALL (He/Him)
GRACE WILSON (She/Her)
GRACE WILSON (She/Her)
Managing Director
Jake is an avid theatre practitioner living on Yugumbeh land in Kombumerri and is currently the Artistic Director of Javeenbah Theatre Company. Utilsing his Bachelor of Arts in Digital Media, he professionally he works as an Admin & Marketing Officer for Showtime Australia and as a Associate Producer for Everybody Now
Managing Director
Jake is an avid theatre practitioner living on Yugumbeh land in Kombumerri and is currently the Artistic Director of Javeenbah Theatre Company. Utilsing his Bachelor of Arts in Digital Media, he professionally he works as an Admin & Marketing Officer for Showtime Australia and as a Associate Producer for Everybody Now!. Due to start his Masters of Cultural Leadership in 2025, Jake constantly uses his creative skills by producing and directing both professional and community productions across the South East Queensland Region. He is an accomplished theatre reviewer & has written for Bravo Brisbane, Bravo Gold Coast, TheatreHaus, Arts Hub, Australian Arts Review and BroadwayWorld. Jake has also received the Eagle Award from the Gold Coast Theatre Alliance in 2024 for his outstanding contributions to the Gold Coast Arts and Theatre scene.
GRACE WILSON (She/Her)
GRACE WILSON (She/Her)
GRACE WILSON (She/Her)
Writer
Grace Wilson (she/her) is an 19-year-old emerging playwright living on Yuggera and Turrbal land in Meanjin. As an avid reviewer, she has reviewed for several companies including Australian Theatre for Young People, Queensland Stage Critics and Lemonade Letters To Art. Grace has also received for her works in writing for stage (Y
Writer
Grace Wilson (she/her) is an 19-year-old emerging playwright living on Yuggera and Turrbal land in Meanjin. As an avid reviewer, she has reviewed for several companies including Australian Theatre for Young People, Queensland Stage Critics and Lemonade Letters To Art. Grace has also received for her works in writing for stage (Young Playwrights’ Award, Patrick White Playwrights’ Award Shortlist, Griffin Award Shortlist, Premier’s Drama Award Shortlist) and prose (ABC Heywire Highly Commended), and has been longlisted for three commissions (ATYP Foundation Commission, Martin-Lysicrates Prize, Lysicrates Prize). She has also undertaken several playwrighting training programs including JUTE WriteSparks, Queensland Theatre’s Young Writers’ Ensemble and ATYP Fresh Ink Mentoring. Grace is currently under commission with Queensland University of Technology and Observatory Theatre, while also in residence with Queensland Writers' Centre.
GABRIEL BESA (He/She)
GRACE WILSON (She/Her)
GABRIEL BESA (He/She)
Writer
A jack of all trades when it comes to the creatives. Gabriel knows how to add his own flavour no matter the project.
MARK RICKELL (He/Him)
THOR MORRISON (He/Him)
THOR MORRISON (He/Him)
Writer
Originally from Bristol, England, Mark has loved finding a place amongst the community theatre scene here in South East Queensland. Mark studied Creative Writing at Bath Spa University and until 2021 had never been involved in theatre at all. Now an avid performer, he is enjoying finding more ways to express his creativity and
Writer
Originally from Bristol, England, Mark has loved finding a place amongst the community theatre scene here in South East Queensland. Mark studied Creative Writing at Bath Spa University and until 2021 had never been involved in theatre at all. Now an avid performer, he is enjoying finding more ways to express his creativity and be involved in the world of theatre through directing and writing. To Mark, the most important aspect of community theatre is the community, and he is always looking to be an advocate of safe, welcoming and inclusive creative spaces.
THOR MORRISON (He/Him)
THOR MORRISON (He/Him)
THOR MORRISON (He/Him)
Writer
Thor Morrison is an actor, singer, and violinist currently based on Jagera, Giabal and Jarowair land. As an actor he has worked with companies such as Queensland Theatre as a part of their Grade 12 Young Artist Ensemble in 2023, and JUTE Theatre Company with their Extension Program in Cairns/Gimuy. As a musician he has worked with
Writer
Thor Morrison is an actor, singer, and violinist currently based on Jagera, Giabal and Jarowair land. As an actor he has worked with companies such as Queensland Theatre as a part of their Grade 12 Young Artist Ensemble in 2023, and JUTE Theatre Company with their Extension Program in Cairns/Gimuy. As a musician he has worked with Gondwana Choirs, as well as the Queensland Conservatorium’s Young Con program. He is interested in all things creative arts related, and is looking forward to expanding his range into the reviewing scene. He is currently studying a Bachelor of Theatre – Acting at University of Southern Queensland.
RETT VISSER
THOR MORRISON (He/Him)
RETT VISSER
Writer
Rett (Loretta) is a Drama teacher with a passion for all of The Arts. As a NIDA trained Voice Coach, Rett has taught for the NIDA Open Program and her own company “Mouthful of Marbles”, with a focus on voice care for teachers. Directing plays and musicals over her career, Rett’s most recent direction was seen in Lindisfarne Grammar
Writer
Rett (Loretta) is a Drama teacher with a passion for all of The Arts. As a NIDA trained Voice Coach, Rett has taught for the NIDA Open Program and her own company “Mouthful of Marbles”, with a focus on voice care for teachers. Directing plays and musicals over her career, Rett’s most recent direction was seen in Lindisfarne Grammar School’s ‘Lion King Kids’ and the play ‘Queens’ in 2023. Rett is enjoying celebrating The Arts and those who thrive in them.
KAELA GRAY (She/Her)
GEORGIA HOLLIS (She/Her)
GEORGIA HOLLIS (She/Her)
Writer
Kaela is on the management committee of Javeenbah Theatre Company and has previously held roles as Artistic Director and President. Previous directing credits include Jesus Christ Superstar (BTG) and Baskerville (Spotlight Theatre Co.) She has also directed numerous productions for jBah, including: When The Rain Stops Falling, Th
Writer
Kaela is on the management committee of Javeenbah Theatre Company and has previously held roles as Artistic Director and President. Previous directing credits include Jesus Christ Superstar (BTG) and Baskerville (Spotlight Theatre Co.) She has also directed numerous productions for jBah, including: When The Rain Stops Falling, The Penelopiad and Playhouse Creatures. Kaela also thoroughly enjoys creating boutique seasons for jBah, including The Sing-along Series and A Very Jolly jBah Shindig. Kaela wrote and directed ‘Clutter’, which won Best Open Production and Best Australian Play in BTG’s 2021 One Act Play Festival.
GEORGIA HOLLIS (She/Her)
GEORGIA HOLLIS (She/Her)
GEORGIA HOLLIS (She/Her)
Writer
Georgia Hollis is a Meanjin-based artist who is currently studying a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Drama) at Queensland University of Technology. Georgia has been involved in the creative industries for the last 10 years, performing, writing, directing, choreographing and creating both in Australia and Papua New Guinea. Georgia moved from
Writer
Georgia Hollis is a Meanjin-based artist who is currently studying a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Drama) at Queensland University of Technology. Georgia has been involved in the creative industries for the last 10 years, performing, writing, directing, choreographing and creating both in Australia and Papua New Guinea. Georgia moved from Canberra last year to pursue a career in the creative arts and has worked with companies including Vena Cava, Moresby Arts Theatre, Canberra Repertory Theatre, and The Q (to name a few). Georgia's work WOman (which she co-wrote, co-directed and starred in) recently received the BackBone Youth Arts award. She is looking forward to her future within the creative industries and she is excited to share her love of theatre with the community.
EWAN PATERSON (HE/HIM_)
GEORGIA HOLLIS (She/Her)
EWAN PATERSON (HE/HIM_)
Writer
Ewan has been an amateur stage actor among various community theatre groups for the past two decades. Moving to Brisbane from NSW in 2018, Ewan has performed in 5 plays at Growl Theatre in Lutwyche, recently finishing up with a three-role casting in 'The Book Of Will'. An avid fan of both black comedy and period dramas, Ewan has bee
Writer
Ewan has been an amateur stage actor among various community theatre groups for the past two decades. Moving to Brisbane from NSW in 2018, Ewan has performed in 5 plays at Growl Theatre in Lutwyche, recently finishing up with a three-role casting in 'The Book Of Will'. An avid fan of both black comedy and period dramas, Ewan has been honoured to be previously cast in 'Arsenic and Old Lace' (as Dr. Einstein), and in two of the 'Christmas at Pemberley' trilogy (as Mr. Darcy). However, their theatrical pursuits also extend beyond treading the boards, across the fields of assorted crew work and scriptwriting.