News: Arts
West HQ’s Sydney Coliseum Theatre to host debut international ballet gala
West HQ’s Sydney Coliseum Theatre will host the debut of the spectacular Sydney International Ballet Gala - World Stars of Ballet on 16th and 17th July with the architecturally...
May 15, 2022
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ICC Sydney’s Autumn calendar of events energises Sydney’s CBD
The Autumn calendar for the International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has attracted large numbers of business event attendees into Sydney’s CBD and the Darling Harbour...
May 15, 2022
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$25 million allocated to boost Melbourne’s event and festival program
The draft Budget 2022–23 to be released on Tuesday 17th May will see $25 million allocated towards boosting an event and festival program in Melbourne to entice people in,...
May 15, 2022
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Great Cobar Museum among the 16 winners announced for 2022 National Trust Heritage Awards
The 28th annual National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards ceremony, held yesterday at Sydney’s Doltone House spotlighted 16 winners across eight categories, with the Judges' Choice...
May 15, 2022
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Early works commence on Melbourne Arts Precinct transformation
The Victorian Government has awarded the early works contract for the Melbourne Arts Precinct transformation to Lendlease who have commenced laying essential groundwork ahead of...
May 14, 2022
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City of Newcastle festival has a focus on disability inclusion
The City of Newcastle’s ‘Count Us In’ festival, running until 28th May, offers more than 30 free events and activities aimed at raising the profile of inclusion in the...
May 14, 2022
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Goulburn Performing Arts Centre brings the stage to the screen
Goulburn Performing Arts Centre has teamed up with Southern Tablelands Arts to present Best of the Fest - a selection of filmed versions of highlights of the 2022 Sydney...
May 13, 2022
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Artworks light up Adelaide Festival Theatre shells for community enjoyment
Adelaide Festival Centre’s Festival Theatre shells are currently being animated with new large scale projections by local South Australian artists, in a collaboration with the...
May 12, 2022
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Ground-breaking initiative promotes diversity and equality in the Australian music industry
Settlement Services International (SSI) is partnering with Australian Women in Music Awards (AWMA) for the third consecutive year to spotlight culturally diverse female artists...
May 12, 2022
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Darwin Festival attracts return of international acts for 2022
Included in its 18 day program for 2022, the Darwin Festival, will feature a number of international acts alongside local and national artists across comedy, dance, cabaret,...
May 11, 2022
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Abu Dhabi department of culture and tourism partners with Trip.com Group
The Arabian Travel Market saw Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT Abu Dhabi) partner with Trip.com Group, a leading global travel service provider. The...
May 11, 2022
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Industry bodies unite to release plan for next Federal Government to back live music
Key Australian music industry bodies including APRA AMCOS, ARIA, Live Performance Australia and Support Act have today released a three-point plan for the next Federal...
May 11, 2022
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Perth’s Rooftop Movies secured for another three years
A new partnership deal between the City of Perth and ARTRAGE sees Rooftop Movies secured in Northbridge for another three years during the summer season. ARTRAGE has hosted the...
May 11, 2022
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Australia Ensemble UNSW names winner of Emerging Composer Fellowship
Australia Ensemble UNSW names winner of Emerging Composer Fellowship The Australia Ensemble UNSW has named Angus Davison as the winner of its $10,000 Layton Emerging Composer...
May 10, 2022
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Music, mini-museums and Kids Sports Day Out activate Yagan Square precinct
Perth’s Yagan Square is to be activated throughout autumn and winter, with the launch of an exciting free events program at the precinct. The event campaign comes after the...
May 10, 2022
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Broken Hill City Art Gallery to reopen following completion of structural refurbishments
The newly named and refurbished Broken Hill City Art Gallery is set to reopen on 27th May following $1.7 million worth of repairs and upgrades having been carried out over the...
May 10, 2022
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Auckland stages colourful event to boost recovery of city centre
More than 50 light and art installations are colouring-up Auckland as the city centre stages ‘City of Colour’ from 6th to 22nd May to help the city recover from the COVID-19...
May 9, 2022
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Victorian Government partners with CrewCare to deliver training for Live music industry
CrewCare is to receive a $190,000 grant from the Victorian Government to train and deliver more job-ready music crew, supporting the State’s renowned live music scene with...
May 8, 2022
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Queensland's professional guidance program for arts careers continues in 2022
Since its launch in April 2021, the Creative Business Champions initiative - a free online professional guidance service - has provided advice and mentoring to more than 800...
May 8, 2022
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Corsaire unveils artistic upgrade to fleet of helicopters
Perth-based aviation company, Corsaire Aviation, has released a stunning artistic upgrade to its fleet of helicopters. Partnering with local Kimberley artist and Bunuba/Gija...
May 6, 2022
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VMA reveals new Board Members
The Venue Management Association has announced the results of the 2022 Board Election having called for nominations to fill five vacant Active Board positions. The VMA is...
May 6, 2022
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Promoter and producer Michael Cassel receives Honorary Doctorate from UOW
Renowned promoter and theatre producer Michael Cassel has been recognised for his immense contribution to the arts, both in Australia and around the world, with a Doctor of...
May 4, 2022
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Northern Territory Major Events Company receives international attention
The Northern Territory Major Events Company’s securing of seven awards at the global Eventex Awards 2022, delivers international attention to the Northern Territory. Parrtjima -...
May 4, 2022
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Phive nears completion in Parramatta
With its vibrant red and orange roof now installed, Phive (5 Parramatta Square) - the $136 million community, cultural and civic building in the heart of Parramatta’s CBD - is...
May 4, 2022
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