News: Arts
PHIVE secures inaugural $10,000 Holdmark Innovation Award
Sydney Design Week 2023 has launched this week at Powerhouse Museum in the inner Sydney suburb of Ultimo with Powerhouse announcing the winners of two key design initiatives;...
Sep 17, 2023
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HOTA welcomes new Gallery Director
HOTA, the Gold Coast’s Home of the Arts, has announced the appointment of Susi Muddiman as Director, Gallery and Visual Arts. Muddiman comes to HOTA with over 20 years'...
Sep 17, 2023
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Grants available to help Northern Territory artists convert their creative dreams into reality
Northern Territory artists are being supported by a series of funding opportunities designed to support employment, recognise excellence and showcase the Territory’s rich arts...
Sep 17, 2023
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Great Southern Nights live music event returns in 2024 with new format
Great Southern Nights is returning in March 2024, anticipated to revive NSW Live Music with 300 Gigs set to be delivered in venues across Western Sydney and Sydney's inner city...
Sep 17, 2023
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Nominations open for 2024 Queensland Greats Awards
Nominations have opened for the 2024 Queensland Greats Awards which recognises individuals who have made a significant contribution to Queensland and who are exemplary role...
Sep 16, 2023
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South Australia embarks on creating a united team for the arts, cultural and creative sector
South Australia is embarking on a landmark state cultural policy to set a long-term vision for the sector with a united arts portfolio, working strategically and collaboratively...
Sep 16, 2023
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NT Performing Arts Awards to honour achievements across stage, classroom, and behind-the-scenes
Nominations are now open for the NT Performing Arts Awards, presented by the Northern Territory Government in recognition of Territorians’ outstanding achievements on the stage,...
Sep 14, 2023
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Biennale of Sydney announces creative partnership to promote First Nations art
The Biennale of Sydney has partnered with Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain to promote First Nations art. As part of the partnership, the two organisations have...
Sep 14, 2023
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Sydney Contemporary 2023 attracts over 25,000 visitors and records sales of over $21million
Held at Sydney’s multi-arts precinct, Carriageworks from 7th–10th September 2023, Australasia’s premier art Fair, Sydney Contemporary, in partnership with MA Financial Group,...
Sep 13, 2023
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Tasmanian Government enhances its support for screen and game producers
The Tasmanian Government continues to invest in screen and game producers and developers to continue creating world-class content. Expanded support is now available for projects...
Sep 12, 2023
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Parramatta rooftops, laneways and streets activated for city’s 12th Lanes festival
Parramatta will see rooftops, laneways and streets activated during the City’s flagship event - Parramatta Lanes - which is returning this October with 15 locations hosting more...
Sep 11, 2023
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South Australia marks 11 consecutive months of record-high tourism spend
Recently released data from Tourism Research Australia shows visitors to South Australia spent $765 million in June 2023 – marking South Australia’s eleventh consecutive month...
Sep 10, 2023
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Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra and Arts Tasmania deliver free seminars to boost arts sector
‘Growing Pains in the Arts’ - an annual series of free, practical workshops presented by the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra (TSO) in partnership with Arts Tasmania - aims to boost...
Sep 10, 2023
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Blacktown exhibition celebrates talents of western Sydney artists with disability
We Are Studios and Blacktown Arts (a division of Blacktown City Council), presents ‘WE ARE’, an exhibition celebrating the talents of western Sydney artists with disability at...
Sep 10, 2023
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New art lighting installation to revitalise Orange retail laneway
A laneway in central Orange which is avoided by the public due to safety concerns is being transformed and made safer via the installation of an art lighting project. Orange...
Sep 8, 2023
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Desert Song Festival returns to Alice Springs
The Desert Song Festival has returned to Alice Springs with a multicultural 10 day musical celebration that showcases Central Australia’s arts, and acknowledges it cultural...
Sep 8, 2023
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New Chair and Board appointments announced for Adelaide Festival
Adelaide Festival and the South Australian Government have announced the appointment of cultural leader Tracey Whiting as Chair of the Adelaide Festival Corporation. Whiting...
Sep 7, 2023
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Auckland War Memorial Museum receives Qualmark Gold Award for sustainable tourism
Auckland War Memorial Museum, for the fourth consecutive year, has secured the highly coveted Qualmark Gold Award for its exceptional commitment to sustainable tourism...
Sep 7, 2023
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Sydney Contemporary 2023 launches and announces winner of inaugural MA Art Prize
Sydney Contemporary, in partnership with MA Financial Group, opens to the public today, showcasing its largest fair to date while also announcing emerging Indigenous artist...
Sep 6, 2023
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Singapore’s National Arts Council launches 2023 - 2027 plan for the Arts
Singapore's National Arts Council (NAC) has today launched ‘Our SG Arts Plan (2023 - 2027)’ inviting artists, audiences and stakeholders to play their part and join the...
Sep 5, 2023
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Adidas announces residency program for ‘Web3-powered’ digital artists
Athleisure conglomerate, adidas has unveiled its first-of-its-kind residency program designed to help foster and amplify the works of Web3 artists. The ‘Residency by Adidas’...
Sep 5, 2023
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BIGSOUND 2023 launches today in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley
BIGSOUND 2023 launched today in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley, marking the start of a four-day music industry event that connects thought leaders, delegates and artists from...
Sep 5, 2023
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Her Majesty’s Theatre marks 110th Anniversary with special exhibition and guided tours
Her Majesty’s Theatre, managed by Adelaide Festival Centre turns 110 today and to help celebrate, the doors to the theatre are being opened to the public for a special...
Sep 5, 2023
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Griffith Art Gallery invites community to join in 40th anniversary celebrations
Griffith Regional Art Gallery is inviting the community to join in its 40th anniversary celebratory Gala Night to be held on Saturday 9th September 2023. Art Gallery...
Sep 4, 2023
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