News: Arts
First phase of museum district opens in Kuwait
The Government of Kuwait’s desire to create a new cultural quarter in Kuwait City has been achieved this year with the opening of the Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre -...
Apr 17, 2018
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Bunjil Place transforming the cultural landscape of Melbourne’s outer south-east
Since opening in October last year, the City of Casey’s Bunjil Place development has been attracting a wide range of cultural activities. The $125 million multipurpose arts,...
Apr 9, 2018
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Nick Mitzevich announced as new National Gallery of Australia Director
Following an international search Nick Mitzevich has been confirmed as the sixth Director of the National Gallery of Australia (NGA) in Canberra. The appointment, approved by...
Apr 8, 2018
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New awards to celebrate LGBTI inclusion in Australian sport
Sporting identities, clubs and codes across the country will gather in Melbourne in June for the inaugural Australian Pride in Sport Awards to celebrate outstanding achievements...
Apr 7, 2018
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Director role restored at Newcastle Art Gallery
Reversing a 2013 decision to do away with the role of Director at the Newcastle Art Gallery, the Newcastle City Council has advised of the appointment of Lauretta Morton is the...
Apr 7, 2018
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NGV Triennial exceeds records with one million visitors
The National Gallery of Victoria’s contemporary art blockbuster - the NGV Triennial - has welcomed its one millionth visitor, making it the most attended exhibition in the...
Mar 31, 2018
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Increase in professional theatre, music and dance in New Zealand communities
The Performing Arts Network of New Zealand (PANNZ) is reporting an increase in touring of professional New Zealand theatre, music and dance in communities throughout the country...
Mar 28, 2018
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Dunedin’s Fortune Theatre opens new ticketing initiative for all
The Fortune Theatre in Dunedin has launched a new ticketing initiative designed to open its doors to people who may not usually be able to afford to see a show. Starting with An...
Mar 27, 2018
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Northern Territory Government picks Alice Springs site for new Indigenous museum
The Northern Territory Government has announced that a proposed $150 million Indigenous art museum is to be built at Alice Spring's Anzac Oval. Following more than a decade of...
Mar 26, 2018
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Opera Australia introduces more flexible ticketing options for Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour
Opera Australia has introduced a range of ticketing options that make the 2018 season of La Bohème more accessible for everyone. A Harbour Flexi-Pass allows people to book a...
Mar 22, 2018
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Artists and venues in Western Sydney and NSW regional centres to get funding boost
NSW Minister for the Arts Don Harwin has announced new programs to back venues and artists in Western Sydney and regional population centres. The Making Spaces Fund, now in its...
Mar 21, 2018
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Board changes to drive future of Christchurch’s Isaac Theatre Royal
The appointment of two new directors to the Isaac Theatre Royal Charitable Foundation Board of Directors demonstrates a strong future for the Christchurch’s pre-eminent...
Mar 20, 2018
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450,000 people share experiences at 2018 Perth Festival
The 2018 Perth Festival has wrapped up after an overwhelming popular and critical response to an inspiring program revealing art in a different light. Celebrating 65 years as...
Mar 13, 2018
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Wellington City Council to invest in ‘decade of culture’
Wellington will enjoy a refreshed and reinvigorated arts, events and culture scene as a result of a $127 million investment from the City Council over the next 10 years....
Mar 12, 2018
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New Melbourne art gallery grows from private collection
Set to open on 9th March, Buxton Contemporary, Melbourne’s newest art gallery is the product of an art collection began in 1995. Located in Melbourne's Southbank arts precinct,...
Feb 27, 2018
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Creative Partnership Awards to celebrate leaders who support for the arts
Creative Partnerships Australia have announced details of their 2018 Awards, designed to celebrate leaders who encourage private sector support for the arts. Creative...
Feb 26, 2018
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Draft Entertainment Industry Code of Practice to prevent workplace discrimination and harassment
Live Performance Australia (LPA) has today released a draft Industry Code of Practice for consultation with its members and the broader Australian live performance industry. The...
Feb 26, 2018
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Statistics NZ study shows cultural participation linked to life satisfaction
Newly released figures from Statistics NZ show that about eight in 10 adult New Zealanders engage in some form of cultural activity, and that those who participate in cultural...
Feb 22, 2018
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Skills Active shine light on partnership and innovation
Industry training organisation, Skills Active Aotearoa, has launched a range of useful resources and innovative tools to meet the needs of the sport, recreation and performing...
Feb 13, 2018
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Opera Queensland to benefit from $2.6 million in new funding
Opera Queensland is planning three mainstage productions from 2019 as a result of $2.16 million in additional funding over four years from the Queensland Government. The major...
Feb 13, 2018
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Cher to headline 40th Anniversary Mardi Gras party
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras have confirmed that pop superstar and LGBTQI icon will headline the Official 2018 Mardi Gras Party on Saturday 3rd March. Marking the 40th...
Feb 12, 2018
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Time to listen to young people in theatre
Adults need to listen to children and abandon outdated barriers to their exploration and risk-taking in theatre, according to children's theatre practitioner Sue Giles....
Feb 12, 2018
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Arts Centre Gold Coast unveils new branding and dramatic outdoor venue
On a significant day for arts and entertainment in south east Queensland, the Arts Centre Gold Coast has revealed its rebranding as the Home of the Arts (HOTA) while also...
Feb 6, 2018
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Objections to loss of Royal Botanic Gardens green space to halt Art Gallery of NSW expansion?
Almost three quarters of respondents to plans for the Art Gallery of NSW’s proposed $344 million expansion project have objected to the proposal. Set to occupy 1.87 hectares of...
Feb 5, 2018
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