Writing

Writing

A woman with glasses and dark hair sitting at a table, with an angry or serious expression, in a room with a framed picture in the background.
“D has written a truly modern feminist fairy-tale. Six Guys is an insightful unpacking of the prince charming complex conditioned into many young femme people and a heart-warming answer to the abnegation of self it encourages.”
— Theatre travels
“Filipino Non-Binary Creative Powerhouse”
— Timeout.com
“Carnay is not afraid of the fraught social topics surrounding gender expression, however she is much more concerned with the human beings who sit underneath all of that fear and confusion.”
— whatdidshethink.com
“Always captivating, masterclass in storytelling.”
— Australian Arts Review
“Carnay’s text combines the spiky knowingness of Nora Ephron and the screwball elements of 1930’s comedy of manners ”
— Theatre Matters
“A piece like this is an invaluable reminder of how we might best connect with our audiences.”
— Theatre Reds for Chasing Dick
“As bold as it is heartfelt, as outrageous as it is thought-provoking.”
— Theatre Travels
“The writing is immaculate, sharp, and heartfelt.”
— Australian Arts Review for 6 guys
“A consummately written and performed play.”
— The Dialog for 6 guys

Dax Carnay-Hanrahan is a trailblazing trans writer and playwright based in Melbourne, Australia, renowned for their sold-out shows that resonate deeply with audiences. As a proud Filipino immigrant and person of colour (POC), Dax brings a unique and powerful voice to the Melbourne art scene, exploring themes of identity, belonging, and resilience.

Their work is celebrated for its bold storytelling and authentic representation of trans, immigrant, and POC experiences, making Dax a significant figure in contemporary theatre. With a rich background in the arts from their roots in the Philippines to their thriving career in Melbourne, Dax’s plays captivate and challenge, reflecting the diverse realities of life in Australia today.

Training and Programs

Work

In Development:

  • Trans Tapes: The Last Trans Actress

  • The Six Guys an Immigrant Transperson of Colour will date in Melbourne- The web series

  • Tralala in Australia

  • No Longer Friends by Alistair Ward (Dramaturgy)

  • Thank you, Mistress by Louisa Panucci (Dramaturgy)