Meet the breakout young actors before they become household names. Australia has a long history of launching the next global screen stars, and in this special AACTA Festival session you’ll meet. Lily Whiteley (Kangaroo), Aswan Reid (The New Boy, Mystery Road Origin) and other rising stars on the brink of major careers. Hear how they’re navigating the industry at a time when Australian talent is being discovered younger and cast in bigger roles.

This is your chance to connect with the future of Australian screen storytelling and witness the next generation before the rest of the world catches up.