My aim is to study the art and craft of storytelling through song in the American book musical tradition. I will build collaborative relationships with peers and workshop material under the guidance of masters of the form.

Josh is a composer, musical theatre writer and cabaret artist. A passionate voice within the queer community, they are best known for their viral protest songs for queer rights. Additionally, Josh has created four cabaret shows, which have won awards and garnered five-star reviews. Josh is a graduate of the Victorian College of the Arts (Master of Theatre Writing), and the Elder Conservatorium of Music (Bachelor of Music Composition).

Josh’s Fulbright Scholarship will see them study a masters of musical theatre writing in New York City, which will culminate in the creation of an original musical, written in collaboration with U.S. peers, to be presented to a New York industry audience.

Home Institution Adelaide University
Host Institution New York University
Award Name Fulbright South Australia Scholarship
Discipline Musical Theatre Writing
Award Year 2024