Program
Doors will open from 14:30 at The Rebel Theatre on Thursday 28 May; see here for directions.
Please have your pass to show at the accreditation desk on the ground floor to receive your CICLOPE Asia Pacific wristband.
Everyone says they care about craft. But craft is not a belief. It’s the result of a series of complex decisions made about time, risk, control and money, all balanced against a creative vision.
This session explores what it actually takes to protect the work in a dynamic industry, and what people are willing to sacrifice to make it happen.
The auditorium is located on Level 2 of The Rebel Theatre.
For a few years, the industry talked constantly about inclusion and representation. Then a changing market meant tighter budgets and the disappearance of risk tolerance. And suddenly, many of the same old patterns returned.
This session looks at why meaningful diversity in directing still feels fragile in Australia, and what actually needs to change beyond performative statements and good intentions.
The auditorium is located on Level 2 of The Rebel Theatre.
Comedy remains one of advertising’s most powerful creative tools. But in a market like Australia, which is shaped by different cultures, influences and sensibilities, making people laugh is rarely straightforward. What feels sharp and effective locally, can quickly lose meaning, tone or impact when campaigns travel across regions and audiences.
This session explores the challenge of creating comedy in an increasingly global industry. Balancing local nuance with broader appeal, navigating client expectations, and making the punchline land across different audiences.
The auditorium is located on Level 2 of The Rebel Theatre.
Catch up with old friends and make new connections over a drink before the 2026 CICLOPE Asia Pacific Awards Ceremony.
Cocktail Hour will be held on the Ground Floor of The Rebel Theatre.
CICLOPE Asia Pacific Awards set the region’s benchmark for excellence in craft. Join us to honor the people behind the work and celebrate the 2026 Winners.
The Awards Ceremony will be held in the auditorium, located on Level 2 of The Rebel Theatre.
Continue the evening and round out CICLOPE Asia Pacific 2026 at the official Awards Celebration Drinks, held on the Ground Floor of The Rebel Theatre.