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The Tour Producer Training is designed for producers, artists and companies familiar with the current national touring landscape and want to hone their skills in national tour development. Participants will engage in skills-sharing, discussion, and practical exercises covering topics like touring strategy, budgeting, technical planning, itinerary building, sustainable practices, cultural protocols, and negotiation with venue managers.
This in-depth program focuses on the tour development phase and does not cover funding applications, logistics, on-the-road management, or post-tour reporting.
Is this program for me?
Read MoreThe Tour Producer Training is designed for producers, artists or companies dedicated to touring work across Australia. They may be from a funded organisation, independent or a presenting organisation who also produce work and want to be more engaged in tour producing, and want to form a network of producers ready to support each other in the future.
Eligibility
Read MoreSuccessful applicants should demonstrate experience in touring regionally (within their own state or nationally with a touring agency support) and a commitment to embedding the tour development process in their skill set.
Applicants will demonstrate a broad understanding of the touring landscape within Australia and may have a current project they are ready to develop into a tour.
Time Commitment
Read MoreThe Tour Producer Training consists of seven fortnightly 2.5-hour online sessions during business hours, and one in-person intensive held at APAX in September in Meanjin/Brisbane.
Successful applicants are expected to attend all online sessions and the in-person intensive. Options to observe the in-person event online are provided, but attendance is recommended.
Course Dates
Read More| Course 1 | ||
| Tuesday 16 June 2026 | Session 1 (Online) | 11am – 2:00pm AEST |
| Tuesday 30 June 2026 | Session 2 (Online) | 11am – 1.30pm AEST |
| Tuesday 14 July 2026 | Session 3 (Online) | 11am – 1.30pm AEST |
| Tuesday 28 July 2026 | Session 4 (Online) | 11am – 1.30pm AEST |
| Tuesday 11 August 2026 | Session 5 (Online) | 11am – 1.30pm AEST |
| Tuesday 25 August 2026 | Session 6 (Online) | 11am – 1.30pm AEST |
| Monday 07 September 2026 | Session 7 – In Person (APAX) | Meanjin/Brisbane |
Tuesday 29 September 2026 Session 8 (Online) 11am – 1.30pm AEST
Cost
Read More $788 ($869.90 inc GST) for organisations over $500k turnover per annum $347 ($381.70 inc GST) for independents or organisation under $500k turnover per annum PAC Australia member organisations receive a 10% discount. These fees cover all online sessions and the in-person intensive but do not cover the registration or travel costs to attend APAX. Fees must be paid prior to course commencement.
Key Dates
Applications open: Tuesday 7 April 2026
Application close: Monday 11 May 2026
Applications are now closed. You will be notified of the outcome of your application the week of Monday 18 May 2026.
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Did you know there are many excellent producer support services provided across Australia? Below is a (non-exhaustive) list of organisations providing incredible support for independent producers across a range of specialist areas.
An incredible array of green resources for artists from Green Music Australia
The Producer Lab by MILKE
The Clinic, Green Production-Making & Tour Lab by Arts on Tour
A range of producer mentorships and support by CircuitWest
Advocacy, advice and programs for independent producers and artists by Theatre Network Australia
National Producers Platform by Performing Lines
A range of training services provided by Accessible Arts (NSW)
A range of training services provided by Arts Access Victoria




