Robert Stigwood Fellowship Program

Applications close 11 November, 2026

The Robert Stigwood Fellowship Program provides mentorship and professional development to local musicians and industry entrepreneurs.

Named after South Australian music industry pioneer Robert Stigwood, the annual program is delivered by Stu MacQueen and Dan Crannitch of Wonderlick, whose experience includes working with artists such as Amy Shark, DMA'S and The Paper Kites.

About the Fellowships

The fellowship provides 12 months of mentoring and professional development for South Australian artists and music industry entrepreneurs who are ready to take the next step in their careers.

The program is designed to build industry knowledge, expand professional networks and create opportunities for participants to achieve their long-term goals.

Since its establishment in 2014, the program has helped South Australian artists and industry professionals build sustainable careers, with many alumni securing recording, publishing and management deals.

Past Fellows include: Tkay Maidza, Electric Fields, Teenage Joans, aleksiah, West Thebarton, Bad Dreems, the Tullamarines, among many others.

The Robert Stigwood Fellowship Program is a key initiative of the South Australian Government’s Music Development Office.

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