The John Sumner Lecture
Inaugurated in 2003, the John Sumner Lecture, named after MTC's founding and longest-serving Artistic Director, is delivered by an eminent person or arts practitioner on the subject of theatre and its role in cultural life. The seminar is presented in partnership with the Melbourne Theatre Company.
Previous Sumner lecturers have included:
- 2010 Edward Albee (American playwright)
- 2007 David Williamson (Australian playwright)
- 2005 Gordon McCall (Canadian Director)
- 2004 David Hare (British Playwright)
- 2003 Simon Phillips (MTC Artistic Director)