Fireside Chats: Filmmaker Tony Ayres

Our Fireside Chats are a series of free talks nestled in the enchanting Alex Theatre. Grab a glass and experience some of Australia's best talent in filmmaking, live and intimate.

As Director and Producer, Tony Ayres’ work across cinema and television has moved from the realms of experimental documentary in the early 90s, to provocative and sensitive feature films to commercial mini-series’ that are gracing our screen as we speak.

His diverse career has had its fair share of social commentary around gender and culture and has over the years produced some of Australia’s most well-known cinematic works. Join us for an intimate 30-minute In Conversation with Tony in the Alex Theatre Lounge as we discuss his inspirations, career trajectory, challenges, triumphs and hopes.

Tony Ayres is an award-winning Australian showrunner, writer and director, and one of the founding members of Matchbox Pictures. In 2018, Tony established his own production company Tony Ayres Productions (TAP), developing and producing feature films and television for global audiences and international marketplaces.

Tony’s feature films and TV shows have been nominated for more than 100 Australian and international awards, and he has won more than 60 of these awards, including an International Emmy, a BAFTA, a Golden Horse (the Asian Oscars), six AACTA awards, and six Logies.

Tony was the creator/showrunner on The Slap, Nowhere Boys and global number one Netflix hit, Clickbait. He co-created and was an Executive Producer on Glitch, Stateless, and Fires. He has executive produced acclaimed shows such as Barracuda, Seven Types of Ambiguity, The Devil’s Playground, Old School, Underground: The Julian Assange Story, and The Family Law.

In feature films, Tony directed Cut Snake (2015), The Home Song Stories (2007), and Walking on Water (2002). He has also executive produced award-winning feature films such as Ali’s Wedding and Lou. His films have premiered and screened at A-list festivals around the world, including the Berlinale and the Toronto
Film Festival.

This program is free. No bookings required.