News: Arts
Vivid Sydney announces transformational Tekno Train Experience by Paul Mac
In an Australian first, Vivid Sydney has revealed Tekno Train by Paul Mac, a one-of-a-kind event that will transform a Sydney Trains service into a moving, sensory sound and...
May 19, 2024
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BASSINTHEGRASS returns today with thousands expected to attend
The Northern Territory’s largest music festival, BASSINTHEGRASS returns today – marking its 21st year - with ticket sales already up on this time last year. Currently, more than...
May 17, 2024
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MAC Global partnership to bring new theatrical experiences to the Middle East
Prestige Chameleon International (PCI) has announced a partnership with United Arab Emirates-based concert promoter MAC Global to bring new live event experiences to the Middle...
May 17, 2024
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Samantha Luck appointed as MCA Australia’s Director of Development
The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA Australia) has today announced the appointment of Samantha Luck as the Museum's Director of Development. Luck is a highly skilled...
May 16, 2024
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Townsville City Council commits to its entertainment and sporting events
Townsville City Council is committed to building the region into a sustainable destination that actively participates in the arts, sports and events Events and projects to...
May 16, 2024
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Horizon Power partnership program boosts regional events and organisations
Horizon Power, a Government Trading Enterprise which generates, distributes and retails electricity to more than 48,000 connections in regional and remote Western Australia, has...
May 16, 2024
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City of Fremantle reveals its arts, culture and creative strategy
The City of Fremantle’s recently adopted Arts, Culture and Creative Strategy marks a renewed commitment to the cultural and creative industries and will guide the City's...
May 15, 2024
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Live Performance Australia welcomes Federal budget funding while continuing to push for theatre tax incentives
While Live Performance Australia has welcomed the Federal Government’s budget commitment to the Australian live arts and entertainment industry and their training bodies, LPA...
May 15, 2024
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Upgrades planned for ACT’s Gorman Arts Centre
A significant milestone was reached for the ACT’s Gorman Arts Centre upgrade project this week with the submission of the Development Application. Gorman Arts Centre is an...
May 14, 2024
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Redevelopment planned for Launceston’s Princess Theatre
The City of Launceston has advised it anticipated lodging a Development Application for a major redevelopment of the Princess Theatre and Earl Arts Centre Complex before the end...
May 14, 2024
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Federal Government budget favours arts, sport and tourism along with $3.4 billion commitment to Brisbane Olympics
Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers has handed down a second consecutive surplus in the 2024/25 Federal budget, but with looming deficits for the next decade. Announced this...
May 14, 2024
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Planned South Australian cultural centre unlikely to receive funding in Federal budget
The Tarrkarri Centre for First Nations Cultures planned for Adelaide's CBD is unlikely to receive additional funding in the Federal budget. Tarrkarri was anticipated and...
May 13, 2024
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Funding to ensure delivery of Victorian regional sporting, cultural and entertainment events
The Victorian Government’s $38 million Regional Events Fund aims to ensure more regional communities across the state can attract, stage and deliver sporting, cultural and...
May 13, 2024
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Australian Performing Arts Market to be held in Western Australia in 2026, 2028 and 2030
Creative Australia has announced that the next three editions of the Australian Performing Arts Market (APAM) will be held in Western Australia. Supported by the Western...
May 13, 2024
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Fremantle’s Walyalup Aboriginal Cultural Centre marks 10th anniversary
Fremantle’s Walyalup Aboriginal Cultural Centre marked its 10th anniversary on Friday 10th May with a community celebration. The event included guest speakers, face painting, a...
May 13, 2024
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Palmerston to hold its inaugural Street Art Festival
Palmerston, situated approximately 20 kilometres from Darwin, is preparing to host its inaugural Street Art Festival – being held between 17th and 29th June 2024. The festival...
May 13, 2024
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Redevelopment commences on St Kilda's performance venue Theatre Works
With support of $1.1 million from the Victorian Government, redevelopment has commenced on St Kilda’s performance venue Theatre Works enabling it to be enjoyed by audiences for...
May 12, 2024
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Northern Territory Major Events Company secures international awards for Parrtjima light festival
Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) has received international accolades at the most coveted and recognised competition in the world of events, the Eventex Awards...
May 11, 2024
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PAC Australia opens nominations for its Impact Awards
PAC Australia has opened nominations for its 2024 Impact Awards which celebrate excellence in performing arts leadership, new thinking and best practice, with a focus on lasting...
May 10, 2024
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Association of Artist Managers calls for major international tours to feature local artists as support acts
Australia’s live music industry, including trade associations and major organisations, has backed an initiative that will require international touring artists to include a...
May 10, 2024
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Kate Dundas appointed as Sydney Festival's new Chair
Sydney Festival has announced Kate Dundas as its new Chair, succeeding David Kirk who leaves the role after almost a decade. Dundas steps into the role after four years as a...
May 9, 2024
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Western Australian budget boost for arts, events and sport
The Western Australian 2024/25 budget has announced significant funding for the arts, events, sport and tourism with a series of important programs. The first budget handed down...
May 8, 2024
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Tīrama Mai cultural festival returns this winter to celebrate Puaka-Matariki in Christchurch
Tīrama Mai cultural festival, produced by Christchurch City Council, is returning this winter to celebrate Puaka-Matariki. Puaka and Matariki are two important celestial events...
May 8, 2024
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The Big Group appointed as MCA Australia’s new hospitality partner
The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA Australia) has appointed leading hospitality agency, The Big Group, as the Museum’s new functions and venue hospitality partner....
May 7, 2024
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