QPAC

Amassing over half a billion combined plays, Tom Thum’s pedigree in the world of beat boxing is unrivalled. After witnessing a Tom Thum show, you’d swear there’s a symphony orchestra, jazz band, techno DJ, 80’s synth pop group and collection of exotic world instruments all residing somewhere in his throat. Propelled to Internet stardom with his 2013 TEDx performance at the Sydney Opera House, Tom’s 15-minute live beat-box endoscopy showcase quickly became the highest-viewed TEDx video of all time, with over 75+ million views and counting. 

As an ever-evolving artist, Tom’s finger is constantly on the pulse for new creations that are more often than not, bordering on the unimaginable.

Antony “Tnee” Dyer is a performer, jazz pianist, musical director, educator and video producer whose career has been shaped by years on stage leading bands, collaborating with artists, and crafting live experiences that connect deeply with audiences. Grounded in improvisation and ensemble work, his jazz background informs a sharp instinct for timing, structure and emotional flow.

Alongside his performing career, Tnee is a creative producer and co-founder of Raw Mint, a video production studio specialising in cinematic, story-driven content. He brings a performer’s sensibility to the screen, translating musicality into visuals through pacing, rhythm and narrative clarity.

Nigel Lavender is best-known in Australia for his tenure (2008-18) as Executive Director of Queensland Music Festival, but his career journey in the UK and Australia has encompassed Producing, Venue management, Touring, Board membership and facilitation, Funding administration and Peer Assessment, Strategic Planning, Arts & Disability, Arts & Mental Health, and Arts in Education.

Nigel founded Momentum Arts in 2019; recent projects include development of PERMISSION GRANTED, Executive Producer for SWEET CHARITY (QPAC), and design and delivery of the FESTIVAL OF CARE at Queensland Children's Hospital, Brisbane. Nigel has been Chair of Queensland’s State Performing Arts Awards, the Matilda’s, since June 2025. 

Jason Klarwein is one of Australia’s most respected theatre artists — an actor, director, producer and arts leader whose work bridges performance, creation and community engagement. He has built a rich career working with major companies including Queensland Theatre, Sydney Theatre Company, Belvoir, Bell Shakespeare, La Boîte and Black Swan Theatre, and has appeared on stage in demanding roles such as Macbeth and Once in Royal David’s City. 

Jason’s versatility extends to screen, with credits in television series including Sea Patrol, Cybergirl and the award-winning Devil’s Playground, as well as roles in film. He has been recognised with  early Matilda Awards and a Helpmann Award nomination for Best Actor.