HEART OF GOLD. MASTER OF AUSTRALIAN SCREEN SUB CULTURE

Tony Rogers, celebrated pioneer of the Australian screen industry (and co-founder of Triple Axel) is a truly unique creative collaborator.

Much like the Neil Young classic, Heart of Gold, Tony been to Hollywood (big time)

His core belief ‘Be a good person, and tell a great story’ defines his rare ability to blend boundary-pushing creative vision with profound strategic insight.

Heavily awarded director, screenwriter, and producer, Tony is best known as the creator of the globally acclaimed television series Wilfred.

Tony’s work stands as a masterclass in building a cult hit into an international brand with a devoted global following. His authentic capacity to connect with mass audiences also shines through in ‘How to Talk Australians’, a viral internet hit soon to be released as a feature film.

The Script to Screen Workshop

A Masterclass in Directing Comedic Realism

Facilitator: Tony Rogers — Award-Winning Director (Wilfred, Qantas, Ford, AAMI)
Duration: 3 hours | Format: Interactive | Delivery: On-Campus - capped 12 - 14 students per class

This intensive masterclass explores the journey from script to screen, focusing on tone, performance and visual storytelling within comedic realism. Drawing from decades of directing experience in television, film and advertising, Tony guides participants through the creative and technical process of translating written humour into authentic on-screen moments.

Interactive Immersive Task: From Script to Scene

Students work in small production teams to direct a short comedic scene under Tony’s mentorship — from table read to rehearsal and playback. Each group experiments with tone, timing and camera choices to understand how subtle decisions shape comedic truth.

Outcome: A practical, high-energy experience that bridges screenwriting and direction, equipping students with the tools to create authentic, engaging comedic storytelling.

Duration: 3 hours

Program cost - please enquire here