News: Arts
Survey shows 98% of Australians engage with the arts
Victorians are more likely to attend live music, visual arts and theatre than other Australians, according to the Australia Council for the Arts’ third National Arts...
Jul 19, 2017
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Geelong Performing Arts Centre redevelopment to commence in October
The $38.5 million stage two redevelopment of the Geelong Performing Arts Centre has reportedly received approvals to go ahead, with construction expected to start construction...
Jul 18, 2017
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Performing arts sector impacted by increasing competition from sport
Australia’s performing arts sector is facing increasing competition from sporting stadiums and arenas according to recently released research from IBISWorld. The market research...
Jul 13, 2017
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Plan revealed to convert road lane to park on Melbourne’s Southbank
A draft concept plan for the development of a new linear park along Melbourne’s Southbank Boulevard has been released. Designed by the City of Melbourne’s City Design Studio,...
Jul 12, 2017
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Artworks revealed at Albany Stadium Pool
Two large scale artworks, capturing the fun of a trip to the new pool complex, have been unveiled at Auckland’s Albany Stadium Pool. Created by artist Seung Yul Oh, the...
Jul 12, 2017
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Melbourne to host Pop-up replica of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
A full-scale replica of the second Globe Theatre is being built in Melbourne so locals can experience William Shakespeare's plays in a near original environment. The pop-up...
Jul 9, 2017
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Christchurch's Court Theatre recognised for opening its doors to diversity
The Court Theatre’s focus on working with communities and opening its doors to new, diverse audiences in Christchurch was recognised in Parliament last week when it received the...
Jul 9, 2017
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NGV’s Van Gogh hits record 420,000 visitors
The National Gallery of Victoria’s Van Gogh and the Seasons has welcomed more than 420,000 visitors, making it the most popular ticketed exhibition in the gallery’s 156 year...
Jul 9, 2017
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Cairns ready for a month of national events
The arts and sport converge in Cairns this month with an exciting line-up of national events for locals and visitors to enjoy. Tourism Tropical North Queensland Director of...
Jul 8, 2017
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Vision unveiled for expansion of Hobart's MONA
The founders of the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) have unveiled early designs for a dramatic new building to be located to the north east of the current attraction in the...
Jul 7, 2017
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Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre welcomes 500,000 patrons
Half a million visitors have gone through the doors of the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre (DRTCC) since its opening in 2010. The tally of 507,453 people includes...
Jul 5, 2017
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra names new Director of Sales and Marketing
In the midst of a standout season, and while still celebrating its recent naming as a ‘Queensland Great’ recently, the Queensland Symphony Orchestra has announced that Matthew...
Jul 3, 2017
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Federal Government backs regional arts projects and touring exhibitions
The Federal Government is backing a series of arts projects and touring exhibitions in regional Australia. $338,535 will support two strategic arts projects in regional South...
Jun 26, 2017
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North Queensland to host Hat Trick of Arts Festivals from late July
Townsville will be hosting a hat trick of artistic celebration from 28th July: an internationally acclaimed chamber music festival; a nationally significant outdoor sculpture...
Jun 25, 2017
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NSW budget invests in arts, events and tourism
The NSW Government’s commitments to the arts, major events and tourism has been confirmed in the 2017/18 State budget which includes $193 million - an increase of 10.3% on the...
Jun 20, 2017
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17th Annual Helpmann Awards nominations in 42 categories announced
Live Performance Australia (LPA) has announced the nominees in the 42 categories of the Helpmann Awards at simultaneous events in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and...
Jun 20, 2017
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Sydney Modern project receives $20 million donation
The Art Gallery of NSW’s Sydney Modern project has reportedly received a landmark $20 million gift from a private foundation. With the Gallery looking to raise $100 million from...
Jun 20, 2017
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Australia’s major symphony orchestras welcome report on orchestral health and safety
The Adelaide, Melbourne, Queensland, Sydney, Tasmanian and West Australian Symphony Orchestras have welcomed the delivery of a major report on world’s best practice in...
Jun 18, 2017
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Richard Tognetti to receive the 2017 JC Williamson Award
Richard Tognetti, Artistic Director of the Australian Chamber Orchestra, has been named as the 2017 JC Williamson Award®, with the award to be presented at the 2017 Helpmann...
Jun 16, 2017
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Launceston’s Junction Arts Festival secures Tasmanian Government funding until 2021
Launceston’s Junction Arts Festival, originally a one-off event associated with the 2010 Regional Arts Australia National Conference, and now an annual event in its seventh...
Jun 15, 2017
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Sectors backed by Queensland budget
Queensland’s 2017/18 State Budget is being commended for backing key leisure industry sectors including the arts, national parks, sport and tourism, recognising the industry as...
Jun 13, 2017
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Arts and entertainment industry figures acknowledged in Queen's Birthday Honours
A range of prominent entertainment industry figures have been rewarded in the 2017 Queen's Birthday Honours list including actor Cate Blanchett, Qantas Chief Executive Alan...
Jun 11, 2017
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Landmark University of Sydney Museum gets the go ahead
A new museum that will combine the University of Sydney’s various museum collections, which has received a $15 million donation from Chinese-Australian entrepreneur Dr Chau Chak...
Jun 11, 2017
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Music Passport Program to take Victorian music around the world
The Victorian Government has launched a new initiative to expand international business opportunities and connections for the State’s music industry. Victorian Minister for...
Jun 5, 2017
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