Joshua Broadbent
is an Australian-based theatrical practitioner with an extensive career within Stage Management for musical theatre.
Joshua graduated of The National Institute of Dramatic in 2015 with a Bachelor of Dramatic Art (Production). Since then, he has tour Australia as an Assistant Stage Manager on productions such as The Wizard of Oz and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Crossroads Live), Props/Assistant Stage Manager on Evita (Crossroads Live/Opera Australia) and Assistant Stage Manager/Props on Come From Away (NewTheatricals).
In Sydney, he has worked locally as a Swing Props Technician on Matilda the Musical (Louise Withers and Associates/Royal Shakespeare Company), Covid Marshal and Stage Management Swing/Book Cover on 9 to 5 (Crossroads Live), Stage Manager and Company Stage Manager on Once (Darlinghurst Theatre Company), Stage Manager on Awakening Shadow (Sydney Chamber Opera), Stage Manager on Darkness (NewTheatricals), Deputy Stage Manager on Sweeney Todd The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (Victorian Opera) and Stage Manager of Earth.Voice.Body (Sydney Chamber Opera).
In 2022 Joshua launched Whispers In The Wings, a podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the theatrical world where he welcomes seasoned industry professionals to share their fascinating career journeys, from humble beginnings to the exhilarating present.
In late 2023 Joshua joined Opera Australia as a Production Administrator working across major outdoor events (such as Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour), national tours and school tours. This shift within the arts offers him the chance to continue advancing his skills and expertise in theatre.
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In early 2020, Joshua launched Marker Creative Co., specialising in website design, podcast production and editing, graphic design, social media management, and various other creative services. His current client base includes:
Calling all stage managers and theatre enthusiasts! I’m thrilled to announce the launch of a new merchandise line that celebrates the spirit and dedication of those who make the magic happen behind the scenes. Introducing "that's the five" merch, where you can proudly wear your love for the theatre on your sleeve (quite literally!).