From Aspiration to Ovation
The John Kotzas AM Fund, established through a generous philanthropic gift from Simon Gallaher, will empower the next generation of performers, creatives, and storytellers at the Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre (QAEMT) at Griffith University.
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This ambitious fund will enhance QAEMT’s capacity to provide transformative experiences for its students, offering them opportunities to engage with international visiting artists and creatives, performance and touring opportunities, and participate in interstate projects.
Maintaining a prominent presence is essential for attracting and graduating the best, industry-ready students. To keep this momentum going, the John Kotzas AM Fund will serve as a guiding light for philanthropy to the QAEMT. It will support the University’s most sought-after degree program, enabling the Academy to continue to deliver the best student experience.
Philanthropy plays a crucial role in allowing every student to access world-class training, industry mentorship, and transformative performance experiences. With your support, our students won't just dream of the stage—they will own it.
Industry-led training and mentorship
connecting students with the best in the business
Pathways to national and international stages
helping local talent shine on the world stage.
Life-changing scholarships
ensuring talent, not financial barriers, shapes the future of musical theatre
Mainstage Productions
an essential part of our students’ education
Regional engagement
sharing the spotlight and the opportunities
To provide a brighter future for musical theatre students at the Academy
Please contact Nicole Zanyat on 0403 069 934 or email n.zanyat@griffith.edu.au
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To find out more about more about providing a brighter future for musical students at the Academy, please contact Nicole Zanyat on 0403 069 934 or email n.zanyat@griffith.edu.au
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