About Us

Cluster Arts is a production and producing company based in Meanjin/Brisbane, working across Australia and around the globe to elevate bold live performance. We exist to make creative careers sustainable. At the heart of everything we do is a deep respect for artists - their time, talent, labour, and livelihood. Touring is real work, and we treat it that way.

We specialise in building long-term touring models and strategic pathways that go beyond the one-off gig. From financial planning to international market development, we back artists with the tools and support to build thriving creative businesses - not just great shows.

In 2025, we proudly celebrate 10 years of supporting artists. In that time, we’ve delivered over 300 tours, supported more than 400 artists, and worked in 15+ countries - from regional Australia to the world’s biggest arts festivals.

Cluster Arts is relationship-driven, values-led, and unafraid to go above and beyond. We walk alongside our artists, presenters, and partners — not just during the show run, but for the long haul.

  • Deb Wilks is a highly respected arts leader with more than 20 years of experience in the Australian circus and performing arts sector. Known for her strategic thinking and ability to make complex projects happen, she has worked alongside emerging and established artists to build stronger, more sustainable creative careers.

    Deb is the co-founder of Cluster Arts along with Kate Malone, where her passion for strengthening artists’ business skills and expanding the reach of live performance drives the company’s work.

    Deeply connected to the global circus community, Deb believes the arts thrive through collaboration, bold ideas, and the next generation of artists pushing boundaries.

    Email Address: debbie@clusterarts.com

  • Kate Malone is a co-founder and Executive Producer at Cluster Arts and a dynamic force in the Australian circus and performing arts sector.

    With more than 15 years of producing experience, Kate has built a reputation for turning ambitious creative ideas into successful touring productions and festival seasons. She works across local and international markets, securing opportunities, managing complex projects, and ensuring artists and productions reach the audiences they deserve.

    A Brisbane City Council Artistic Fellowship recipient, Kate is also a trusted voice on funding panels and within international circus networks.

    Driven by a deep commitment to the sector, Kate is focused on growing the global presence of Australian circus and helping Brisbane claim its place on the world stage.

    Email Address: kate@clusterarts.com

  • Emma Serjeant is a creative producer with more than 18 years’ experience across the Australian and international contemporary circus sector. Beginning her career as a circus artist after graduating from the National Institute of Circus Arts in 2006, Emma brings a deep understanding of the creative process to her producing work.

    She co-founded Casus Circus with Jesse Scott, Lachlan McAulay and Natano Faanana and toured extensively in France and wider Europe for many years.  

    Emma also founded her own independent production house, presenting contemporary circus productions on stages around the world and building strong international touring networks.

    Now fully focused on producing, Emma works closely with artists to support the development and touring of new work while championing sustainable practices within the arts.

    After several years living in Germany and working within the European circus landscape, Emma brings valuable international perspective and connections to the Cluster Arts team. She is passionate about the ability of circus and physical theatre to connect audiences across cultures and borders.

    Email Address: emma@clusterarts.com

Integrity

We honour our commitments, champion fair pay, and treat creative careers with the professionalism they deserve. Touring is real work - and we show up for our artists, always.

Collaboration

We believe strong relationships build strong results. We invest in long-term partnerships with artists, presenters, funders, and communities - working together, not just side by side.

Creativity

We back original, relevant, and courageous work - the kind that moves audiences and sparks change. We create the conditions for brave ideas to thrive and reach their full potential.

Access & Equity

We are committed to inclusion at every level - from the artists we support to the stages we reach. We value diverse voices, perspectives, and stories both onstage and behind the scenes.

Sustainability

We help artists build lasting careers with smart business models and strategic planning. Our approach considers financial viability, emotional wellbeing, and environmental responsibility - because real sustainability means artists can keep doing what they do best.

What drives us