Lynette Narkle facts for kids

Lynette Narkle was born in 1946. She is an Indigenous Australian actor and director. She has worked in both theatre and film.

Learning About Theatre

Lynette Narkle studied Theatre and Drama. She went to Murdoch University in Perth. She started her studies in 2002.

Her Work in Theatre and Film

Lynette Narkle began her career in theatre in 1979. She worked with the famous Indigenous playwright Jack Davis.

She helped Indigenous filmmakers get involved with movies and TV. From 2002 to 2006, she was an associate director at Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company. This company focuses on Aboriginal theatre.

Lynette Narkle also served on important boards. She was part of the Australia Council for the Arts Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Board. This was from 2008 to 2010. She also served on the board of the Yirra Yaakin Aboriginal Corporation.

About Lynette

Lynette Narkle is a Noongar woman. She was born in Wagin, Western Australia, in 1946. She has five children: three sons and two daughters.

Awards and Special Recognition

Lynette Narkle has received several important awards for her work.

• In 2017, she won the Red Ochre Award. This award is given by the Australia Council for the Arts. It celebrates the lifetime achievements of Indigenous artists.
• In 2018, she received an Honorary Doctor of Arts degree. This special award was from Edith Cowan University.

Theatre Performances

Lynette Narkle has acted in and directed many plays. Here are some of her theatre roles:

Film and TV Roles

Lynette Narkle has also appeared in many television shows and movies.