News: Arts
‘Melbourne Now’ one of most popular exhibitions at NGV’s Ian Potter Centre
The second edition of ‘Melbourne Now’ - a celebration of home-grown art and design - closed on 20th August having attracted a total of 433,575 people, making it one of the most...
Sep 3, 2023
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GRID Series launches 10th artist development program for musicians in Geelong
City of Greater Geelong has advised that applications have opened to Geelong musicians looking for a mentoring opportunity to hone their creative and professional skills and...
Sep 3, 2023
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Art Gallery of Ballarat welcomes rise in visitation
The Art Gallery of Ballarat is experiencing a significant rise in visitor numbers - showing a positive trend in audiences returning post COVID. Newly released figures show that...
Aug 31, 2023
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Dr Pamela Wall announces new Arts Initiative to attract Next Generation of philanthropists
A significant new fundraising campaign which aims to inspire and encourage the next generation of arts philanthropists was launched at the Adelaide Festival Centre Foundation...
Aug 29, 2023
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Expressions of Interest now open for Newcastle creatives to present work at The Playhouse
The City of Newcastle has opened EOI for local creative and performing arts community to present new and reimagined works in Civic Theatre's intimate Playhouse Theatre in 2024....
Aug 27, 2023
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University of Auckland Arts and social change centre secures major funding boost
The University of Auckland’s Centre for Arts and Social Transformation (CAST) has received $1,000,000 in funding from the Chartwell Trust, securing its existence for a further...
Aug 27, 2023
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New program launched in Victoria to improve accessibility among Deaf and Disabled creatives
A new program - Making Space – has been launched by the Victorian Government to improve accessibility among Deaf and Disabled creatives, ensuring more Victorians are included in...
Aug 25, 2023
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Live Nation Australia partners with children's cancer charity to raise much-needed funds
Leading live entertainment company, Live Nation, has today announced it will continue to support My Room Children’s Cancer Charity, a volunteer-led organisation that raises...
Aug 24, 2023
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Cairns Festival to host 2023 Australian Performing Arts Exchange
The Cairns Festival which runs from today until 3rd September is hosting the esteemed 2023 Australia Performing Arts Exchange (APAX). In a synergistic collaboration, Cairns...
Aug 24, 2023
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Waverley Council hosts Australian Prime Minister at Bondi Pavilion restoration commemoration
Mayor of Waverley, Paula Masselos this week welcomed Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese to officially commemorate Waverley Council’s heritage restoration of the...
Aug 24, 2023
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Creative Australia launches with expectations to rebuild and expand Australia's live arts and entertainment industry
Creative Australia has officially launched today with expectations that the revitalised investment and advisory body for Australia’s arts and entertainment sectors will deliver...
Aug 23, 2023
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10th anniversary of Yellamundie Festival marks decade of pioneering first peoples performing arts
Moogahlin Performing Arts, in association with Carriageworks and Australian Performing Arts Market, is presenting the 10th anniversary of the Yellamundie Festival with the...
Aug 23, 2023
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Virtual reality installation transports Central Goldfields Gallery visitors to different realms
Central Goldfields Art Gallery's latest exhibition - Terminus: Jess Johnson & Simon Ward - provides five virtual reality experiences that each last about five minutes taking...
Aug 23, 2023
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Sydney Showground to be first Australian venue to host multi-city contemporary Chinese and arts festival
Live Nation and Twenty Eight Group have announced the CCURRENTT World Tour will be held at Sydney Showground on 26th November – making it the first Australian venue to host a...
Aug 22, 2023
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Gold Coast screen industry reputation to be enhanced through funding and new production studio
The Gold Coast’s screen industry reputation is to be enhanced with two major developments which will see an increase in funding through the Screen Attraction Program and further...
Aug 22, 2023
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Appointments announced for Music Australia Council
Chief Executive of soon to be Creative Australia and chairperson of the Music Australia Council, Adrian Collette has welcomed the appointments announced today by the Minister...
Aug 22, 2023
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Vodafone and Live Nation partner to give customers exclusive access to Australia's most anticipated live music acts
Vodafone is partnering with Live Nation - the world’s leading live entertainment company, and its joint venture partner Secret Sounds - to give customers presale access to some...
Aug 21, 2023
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Emerging Western Australian music act to support Coldplay at Optus Stadium
The Coldplay Rising Artist Competition run by promoter Live Nation, has opened for applications with the winning local Western Australian band given the opportunity to support...
Aug 21, 2023
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Theatre Network Australia Executive Director Nicole Beyer to finish tenure
The Board of Theatre Network Australia has announced that Nicole Beyer will be stepping down as its Executive Director after nearly 15 years in the role. After starting with...
Aug 20, 2023
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Perfect Events Group awarded contract for Melbourne’s Northcote Rise Festival
Melbourne’s Northcote Rise festival returns after a 13-year hiatus on 18th February 2024 and the Perfect Events Group - a leading event planning and management agency – has been...
Aug 20, 2023
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Adelaide Cabaret Festival 2024 looks for Expressions of Interest that challenge traditional ways
Adelaide Cabaret Festival 2024 is looking for Expressions of Interest from show creators and performers - inviting them to submit their works and acts for consideration as part...
Aug 20, 2023
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John Warn appointed as inaugural Chief Executive of Experience Gold Coast entity
John Warn, a senior tourism executive with experience in hospitality, major events, sport, retail and the arts has been appointed as the inaugural Chief Executive of the Gold...
Aug 20, 2023
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Plan launched to activate Darwin City’s laneways and small streets
The Northern Territory Government, in partnership with the City of Darwin and the Australian Government, has launched Laneways and Small Streets: An action plan for Darwin City....
Aug 20, 2023
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OzAsia Festival announces 2023 Program of theatre, music and cuisine
Contemporary dance, powerful theatre, delicious cuisine, engaging conversations and brilliant musicians are among the offerings of this year’s OzAsia Festival - Australia’s...
Aug 19, 2023
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