News: Arts
Creative New Zealand survey shows that 'art makes New Zealand a better place to live’
New Zealanders believe the arts make their communities better places to live and agree they should be a part of everyone’s education. The results are included in Creative New...
May 27, 2018
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Former Police stables reopen as University of Melbourne Faculty of Fine Arts and Music resource
The former Victoria Police Mounted Branch stables have been transformed into world-class teaching and learning facilities for students of the University of Melbourne’s Faculty...
May 25, 2018
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South Australian Government puts new Adelaide Gallery on hold
South Australian Premier Steven Marshall has put plans to build a contemporary art gallery and Indigenous cultural centre on the site of the Royal Adelaide Hospital on hold in...
May 25, 2018
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Walsh Bay arts precinct given development to proceed after backing from locals
Construction of Sydney's Walsh Bay arts precinct is expected to start as early as July with plans for the multi-million-dollar refurbishment of the area receiving final planning...
May 23, 2018
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New Cairns Performing Arts Centre set for late 2018 opening
Cairns Regional Council has advised that, after a series of delays, the Cairns Performing Arts Centre (CPAC) will likely be opening in September. A recent Council meeting...
May 22, 2018
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Melbourne snatches future Helpmann Awards ceremonies from Sydney
The ongoing battle between NSW and Victoria to secure major events has seen the Victorian Government secure the annual Helpmann Awards from Sydney from 2019. Announcing today...
May 22, 2018
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Historic Melbourne theatre destroyed by fire
Melbourne’s La Mama Theatre, one of the city’s most significant and long-standing independent playhouses, has been destroyed in an overnight fire Melbourne’s Metropolitan Fire...
May 19, 2018
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New Sydney community and cultural precinct set to open
The Green Square community and cultural precinct, built on the site of the former South Sydney Hospital, is set to the public this month. The $32 million precinct is in the...
May 18, 2018
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Red Earth Arts Precinct opens in the Pilbara
The City of Karratha's Red Earth Art Precinct (REAP) has opened with a community open day that drew thousands of people to see what the new venue has to offer. After seven years...
May 14, 2018
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Australia Council supports more than 200 diverse arts projects and national tours
The Australia Council for the Arts has released the highlights of its latest funding round which is supporting arts projects, career development and national touring. The $6.8...
May 14, 2018
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Shortlisted designs revealed for new 'cultural landmark' on former Royal Adelaide Hospital site
Concept designs for a new arts and cultural centre on the former hospital site on Adelaide’s North Terrace have gone on display at the Art Gallery of South Australia. Intended...
May 12, 2018
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Federal budget backs sport and activity, disappoints arts and tourism
In addition to widely reported personal tax cuts, Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison’s 2018/19 budget is to provide additional funds to support grassroots sport and help ensure...
May 9, 2018
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Rain Room attraction opens in Sharjah
A new combined attraction and art installation in the Enirate of Sharjah allows visitors to experience a rain-like downpour - without getting wet. The newly opened Rain Room...
May 8, 2018
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Philanthropist Sam Walsh announced as new Chair for Australia Council Board
The Federal Government has announced Sam Walsh as the new Chair of the Australia Council Board for a three year term, commencing in his new role as of 1st July 2018. A member of...
May 3, 2018
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Enta partners with Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Enta Australasia has announced that the Sydney Conservatorium, Australia’s premier tertiary music institution, has joined the enta Community - using its world leading ticketing,...
May 2, 2018
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Western Sydney Performing Arts Centre development moves forward with Executive Director appointment
The Western Sydney Performing Arts Centre (WSPAC) has today announced the appointment of Craig McMaster in the role of Executive Director to lead the $100 million theatre and...
Apr 30, 2018
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TTF welcomes Victorian Government’s tourism backing in 2018/19 budget
The Victorian Government’s increased investment in tourism in its 2018/19 Budget will bolster the State’s visitor economy and enhance its reputation as one of the world’s best...
Apr 30, 2018
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Live Performance Australia calls for NSW Government action on Sydney’s Theatre Royal
Live Performance Australia (LPA) has called on the NSW Government to urgently resolve the future of the shuttered Theatre Royal in central Sydney. While welcoming the...
Apr 30, 2018
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EVANZ announces new General Manager appointment
The Entertainment Venues Association of New Zealand (EVANZ) has announced that Lynn Robinson has been appointed its news General Manager. EVANZ President Keith Parker today...
Apr 30, 2018
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New features announced for relocated Sydney Powerhouse Museum plus plans for current Ultimo site
Amid ongoing objections over the NSW Government’s plan to relocate Sydney's Powerhouse Museum to Parramatta from Ultimo, as well as questions over its legality, additional...
Apr 29, 2018
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Eve of budget address to highlight need to reconsider Australia’s Cultural Policy
On the eve of this week’s Federal budget, celebrated cultural economist Professor David Throsby is to review Australia’s attempts to deliver a sustainable, wide-ranging arts and...
Apr 29, 2018
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Vivid Sydney ready to celebrate 10 years of creativity
The world’s largest festival of light, music and ideas, Vivid Sydney returns next month for its 10th year with a spectacular new precinct at Luna Park, the return of much-loved...
Apr 25, 2018
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New concept designs for Waikato Regional Theatre include 200 more seats
Concept designs for the new Waikato Regional Theatre have been released, with public feedback having led to an increase in planned seat numbers. Two hundred extra seats have...
Apr 24, 2018
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Queensland Theatre announces Amanda Jolly as Executive Director
After a record breaking year of audience reach, ticket revenue, critical acclaim and artistic success, Queensland Theatre has announced the appointment of Amanda Jolly as its...
Apr 18, 2018
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