From Jay-Z to ELVIS: The Artistic World of Composer Elliott Wheeler

The 2024 AACTA Awards presented by Foxtel Group are Australia’s leading film and television awards, celebrating the best achievements in Australian screen from the past year.

Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts

Join us for the "Elliot Wheeler Masterclass" on February 11, 2024, where you'll learn from the best in an epic in-person experience!

HOTA, Home of the Arts

2024 AACTA Festival

For the first time in our history, the 2024 AACTA Awards will be held on the Gold Coast, and alongside it AACTA will present its first AACTA Festival. 70+ Free events at HOTA (Home of the Arts), with something for everyone.

Step into the mesmerizing world of Elliott Wheeler, the renowned film composer and music maestro. Renowned for his unparalleled ability to intertwine classical elegance with contemporary verve, Wheeler's collaborations with legends like Baz Luhrmann have left indelible marks on cinema. From his harmonious blending of Jazz, Pop, and Hip-Hop in The Great Gatsby to his work on Netflix's sensation, The Get Down, Wheeler's talent knows no bounds. Join us as he shares tales of collaborating with music powerhouses like Jay-Z and Christina Aguilera, and showcases sequences from the award-winning biopic, Elvis. Garnering accolades from the New York Film Critics to the Grammys, Wheeler's dedication to storytelling through music stands unparalleled. Experience the genius behind the notes and the stories they tell in this unforgettable session.

While this event is $10 for Festival attendees, it's FREE for AACTA members by entering your member number in the Promo Code field.AACTA members can access a maximum of one free ticket per event to all paid events across AACTA Festival.Become an AACTA member today for access to FREE Festival event tickets, as well as a host of other benefits. Click <a href="https://www.aacta.org/membership/" title="https://www.aacta.org/membership/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a> to become a member.

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