“Cat Dibley is exactly the kind of mentor any artist struggling with how to make a living in Australia needs. At any stage of their career. As a late Gen-X, mid-career artist, I had amassed a great portfolio of work and was confident in my music, but was becoming increasingly overwhelmed by the rapid changes I had to adapt to from social media, reduced public funding for the arts, and changing audience habits. Over 12 months Cat helped me change my self-narrative from perpetually stressed-out, struggling artist, to a confident professional freelancer. 2025 was my first year in my career I was entirely freelance, and it looks like that's set to stay. I can't recommend Cat enough.”

— Tim H.

"Working with Cat on my grant application was an absolute game changer. Not only was my application successful, but I also grew enormously through the process. Cat helped me understand the true structure of a strong grant submission. This was something I had never been taught before, and it completely shifted the way I approach grants. One of the most valuable things Cat did was help me find clarity in my project and proposal. Through her coaching, I was able to articulate the heart of my work, which in turn strengthened my project management and leadership. This kind of professional development is incredibly rare to access as a regionally based artist, and I am deeply grateful for it.”

- Jade N.

“Cat has served as an exceptional mentor and industry collaborator throughout my developing theatre career. Cat brings extensive knowledge and practical experience in theatre and entertainment, which has proven invaluable in advancing my projects across both Australian and US markets. Her industry insights have consistently helped me navigate complex creative and business challenges with confidence.

What sets Cat apart as a mentor is her proactive approach to supporting others’ success. She consistently identifies and shares relevant resources, connections, and opportunities that align with my specific project needs. Her ability to match resources to goals demonstrates both her deep industry network and her genuine investment in her mentees’ development.”

- Adolfo C.

“Cat is a very knowledgeable arts practitioner and she is generous with that knowledge. She has a capacity to zoom out that can be a helpful balancing force in a session. Cat has great ideas, a friendly style and her sessions are a fantastic professional development opportunity.”

- Teresa I.

“Cat was brilliant at tailoring her insights to our specific questions! Cat was always so warm and caring, and you could tell she genuinely wants creatives to succeed. She really understood the ins and outs of grassroots arts here, which was invaluable. Her guidance helped us bridge that gap from just an idea on a laptop to actually making Fruit Box Theatre a reality.”

- Fruitbox Theatre

“Her guidance was clear, strategic and incredibly supportive. She empowered me to speak confidently about my project and helped refine every section with purpose. I walked away not just with funding, but with long-term skills, clarity and confidence in grant writing. I cannot recommend Cat highly enough. Her insight is invaluable, and her support genuinely helped bring my project to life."

- Jade N

“My sessions with Cat are the highlight of my week. The conversations and lessons I am learning have been so valuable to my experience and up-skilling as a producer.”

- Sarah C.

“I highly recommend Cat, I don't think I would have received the grant without her guidance and help. I felt really comfortable with Cat and she really went out of her way to give me as much as she could in the time that we had.”

- Jewelz H.

“Beyond her professional expertise, Cat possesses exceptional interpersonal skills that make her an ideal mentor. She combines intellectual rigor with warmth and accessibility, creating an environment where creative ideas can flourish. Our discussions are always engaging and productive, and I consistently leave our conversations with fresh perspectives and actionable next steps.

Cat’s commitment to fostering talent in the theatre industry is evident in every interaction. Her generous sharing of knowledge, time, and resources has been instrumental in my professional growth. I recommend her without reservation for any mentoring or collaborative opportunity.”

- Adolfo C.

“Cat has a strong ability to understand and connect with a creative on their thoughts and goals. Cat has a strong background in the arts and is a professional actor and producer herself, so she certainly knew what we were working toward and has the language to be able to discuss and break down the ways we could approach my goals.

Sometimes it can feel like I am out there alone and the myriad choices available to help me develop seem hidden away. Cat is enormously helpful in getting my feet moving in the right direction to further my writing in particular”

- Mark D.

“Cat Dibley has been an incredibly supportive presence throughout my professional journey, offering guidance, encouragement, and genuine care at every step. Her belief in my work and her willingness to share insight and experience helped me gain confidence in pursuing my career goals. Beyond her practical support, Cat created a sense of connection and community that made me feel far less alone in the process.”

- Kate V