Welcome to Season 4, Episode 10 of the CGA Podcast – Heart Stories
Welcome to Season 4 of the CGA Podcast, where online visibility expert Doreen Brown engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni and community members as they reflect on their experiences with Caulfield Grammar School, careers, and so much more!
In this episode of Heart Stories, Darcy Brown shares his journey from Caulfield Grammar School to a successful career in theatre and film.
Show Notes
He shares insights on the impact of his early theatre experiences, the importance of community, and the rigorous training at NIDA.
The conversation included some of the following discussion highlights:
>Darcy reflects fondly on his time at Caulfield Grammar School, highlighting the supportive community and teachers.
>His involvement in various theatre productions at school that shaped his passion for acting and understanding of different styles.
>The encouragement from teachers like Dan Hartley and Lyndy Clarke was pivotal in his development as a performer.
>Theatre provided Darcy with a sense of identity and belonging during his high school years.
>Training at NIDA was a transformative experience, challenging him to refine his craft and confront his limitations.
>Memorable roles, such as in ‘Peddling’ and ‘Henry V’, taught him the importance of preparation and adaptability.
>The values of hard work and curiosity instilled at Caulfield Grammar School continue to influence his approach to acting.
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About Darcy Brown
Darcy graduated from Wheelers Hill Campus in 2008. During his time at CGS, he was involved in 8 theatre productions – Ross, Arms and the Man, The Visit, and The Importance of Being Earnest (all directed by Dan Hartley), and Marat/Sade, Lysistrata, Rhinoceros, and The Producers (all directed by Lyndy Clarke).
After a year at the University of Melbourne, he was accepted into the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in Sydney, graduating with the Class of 2012.
His theatre credits include Calamity Jane (Queensland Theatre), Frankenstein, the national tour of Animal Farm, and The Twits (Shake & Stir), Ghost Stories (Realscape), The Mystery of the Valkyrie (Woodward Productions), Oil (Red Stitch Actors’ Theatre), The Play That Goes Wrong and Peter Pan Goes Wrong (Australia and New Zealand tours, Mischief Theatre), the one-person play Peddling (MTC), Henry V (Bell Shakespeare national tour), The Merchant of Venice (Sport for Jove), and Fireface (Stories Like These/ATYP). His film credits include the upcoming Liam Neeson action film Ice Road 2: Road to the Sky.
On television, he has appeared in Deadloch (Amazon Prime), Why Are You Like This? (ABC/Netflix), Romper Stomper (Stan), and Glitch (Netflix). Darcy has received a Matilda Award, a Green Room Award, and the Mike Walsh Fellowship.
Learn more about Darcy
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About The Host
Doreen Brown is the 2025 host of Heart Stories for the Caulfield Grammarians’ Association and a seasoned digital strategist with over a decade of experience. Since entering the digital space in 2012, she has worked with businesses and organisations to strengthen their online visibility and brand presence.
In 2020, Doreen launched her own podcast, Let’s Get Visible with Doreen Brown, where she shares practical insights into digital marketing. Through this platform, she discovered the powerful role podcasting can play in expanding brand reach and building authentic engagement with audiences. Whether leading storytelling initiatives or guiding digital strategy, Doreen is passionate about helping brands connect meaningfully and grow with purpose.
Connect with Doreen on LinkedIn.
Learn more about Let’s Get Visible.
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