Music and Creativity: Jane Campion, Frances Rings and Ben Quilty

Kicking off an exciting new collaboration between the Wheeler Centre and the Australian Chamber Orchestra, three leading artists in film, dance and visual art explore the transformative power of music in their life and creativity.

Jane Campion, Frances Rings and Ben Quilty are all artists breaking new ground in their work. Filmmaker Jane Campion is a two-time Oscar-winning director, screenwriter and producer, who has received global praise and accolades for her work including The Piano, Bright Star and, most recently, The Power of the Dog. Appointed to the role of Artistic Director for Bangarra Dance Theatre in 2021, dancer and choreographer Frances Rings has created and performed in works for many of Australia’s leading dance companies, and on international stages. And known for his rich contemporary impasto works, renowned artist Ben Quilty’s unique style has drawn critical acclaim both in Australia and internationally. He has been awarded the prestigious Doug Moran National Portrait Prize and the Archibald Prize.

These three creatives are not known as musicians, but music informs and enriches the work they make. At this special event, they join presenter Fenella Kernebone for a conversation about their deep and life-long connection to music, and the impact its influence brings to their art.

Jane Campion will be appearing via video.

Jane Campion image © 2021 Netflix Inc. Frances Rings and Ben Quilty photography by Daniel Boud.

Presented in partnership with the Australian Chamber Orchestra