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Dr. Renée Newman is a Senior Lecturer at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Edith Cowan University. She serves as Associate Dean (Research) and Course Coordinator for the Bachelor of Performing Arts Honours program. Her teaching portfolio includes units such as Performing Arts Research and Creative Practice.
- Doctor of Philosophy in English and Comparative Literature, Murdoch University (2011)
- Bachelor of Arts in English with Honours, Murdoch University (2001)
- Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Drama Studies, Murdoch University (2000)
Dr. Newman's research bridges the intersections of art with self-care, societal justice, ecological sustainability, and ethics. Her work focuses on site-specific performance, practice-led research, creative pedagogy, and the role of art in social and environmental resilience. She explores the philosophical and ethical dimensions of performance-making, emphasizing the potential for art to foster community and ecological well-being.
Her publications and creative works examine sustainability in performing arts training, intimate public performances, and collaborative methodologies. These outputs reflect her interest in environmental ethics, pedagogical innovation, and experimental performance frameworks.
Scientific Awards & Recognition
- Nominee for Best Performance, Best New Work, Best Contemporary/Experimental Performance, and Best Mainstage Production at PAWA Awards (2024)
- Best Production at Blue Room Theatre (2014)
- Best Independent Production at PAWA Awards (2015)
- Nominee for ECU Supervisor Award (2016)
Dr. Newman has supervised numerous PhD and MA students in topics ranging from actor training to digital enhancement of dance assessment. She has secured over $150,000 in research grants, including funding for projects on mental health, community audio art, and immersive performance. Her professional memberships include Blue Room Theatre, MEAA, and NTEU.
