| New York 2023 ISPA Congress– Simon Abrahams |
 Simon AbrahamsCreative Director and CEO
Simon Abrahams is Creative Director & CEO of Melbourne Fringe (2015-present), where he is recognised as one of Australia’s arts and cultural leaders. Simon’s work explores the intersection of art and civic participation. He is a life member of Theatre Network Australia, an organisation he co-founded then Chaired from 2010-2017. Simon has previously served as Head of Programming at the Wheeler Centre for Books, Writing & Ideas (2013-14) and as Executive Producer and Co-CEO at Polyglot Theatre (2007-12). Simon regularly works as a facilitator, host, peer assessor, mentor, judge and arts consultant, known for his expertise in inclusive leadership, advocacy, dramaturgy, work for children, and art in public space. Simon currently sits on City of Melbourne's Night Time Economy Activation Taskforce, and is a Trustee for the Betty Amsden Foundation. In his personal capacity, Simon is a proud foster carer, caring for vulnerable and at-risk children in his home. Speaker |
