News: Arts
NSW Government invites individuals and organisations to provide input on first NSW Heritage strategy
The NSW Government is inviting community members and heritage stakeholders to have input on the first NSW Heritage strategy with the aim of the strategy to deliver a heritage...
May 19, 2025
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2025 BASSINTHEGRASS festival delivers significant boost to Northern Territory economy
Northern Territory music festival BASSINTHEGRASS returned to Mindil Beach over the weekend, with the Northern Territory Government highlighting the importance of major events to...
May 18, 2025
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Falling box office drives Opera Australia to $10 million loss
Opera Australia has reported a dramatic 23% drop in box office revenue for 2024, culminating in an operating loss of $10.1 million - the company’s worst financial result since...
May 16, 2025
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Davidson’s Arnhemland Safaris among tourism businesses to benefit from NT Government Budget 2025-26 investment
The NT Government is supporting the Territory’s tourism, events, and screen sectors with a significant $88.4 million investment in the 2025-26 Budget. Among Key Budget...
May 14, 2025
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Acrobatic troupe Circa performs with Australian Brandenburg Orchestra at Queensland Performing Arts Centre
Brisbane’s premier acrobatic troupe Circa is collaborating with the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra for the boundary-pushing 'Circa & The Art of Fugue' with the performance...
May 14, 2025
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Federal departmental responsibility for sport moves from health to sit with infrastructure, communications and the arts
Yesterday’s announcement of cabinet positions by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, which saw Anika Wells remain as Minister for Sport while acquiring the...
May 13, 2025
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Wyndham Cultural Centre to reopen with enhanced seating and audiovisual equipment
Wyndham Cultural Centre will be reopening in July 2025 having temporarily closed late last year for refurbishment and maintenance works. Enhancements include a new modern bar,...
May 12, 2025
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Work commences on new Australian Museum of Performing Arts
Work has commenced on the new Australian Museum of Performing Arts (AMPA) at Arts Centre Melbourne which, when complete, will enable Victorians and visitors to explore...
May 11, 2025
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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces new cabinet
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has today announced the new cabinet lineup which sees Tanya Plibersek removed from her Environment portfolio, Tony Burke retaining the...
May 11, 2025
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Northern Territory Major Events Company secures multiple Eventex International Awards
Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) has recently secured multiple wins at the renowned international Eventex Awards 2025, bringing home three Gold and one Silver....
May 11, 2025
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Tasmania’s music, theatre and regional arts sectors given funding boost
The Tasmanian Government is investing in music, theatre, literature and regional arts to enable arts organisations to both develop long-term strategies, and provide...
May 9, 2025
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NGV presents 11th annual Melbourne Art Book Fair from the Asia-Pacific region
The National Gallery of Victoria is hosting the 11th annual Melbourne Art Book Fair (MABF), presented as part of Melbourne Design Week across 11 days, from 15th-25th May. MABF...
May 9, 2025
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VMA reveals results of 2025 Board Election
The Venue Management Association (VMA) has announced the results of its 2025 Board Election. With this year’s election having called for nominations to fill three vacant Active...
May 8, 2025
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Music festivals among diverse array of Northern Territory events to secure funding
Music festivals are among the diverse array of 16 events across the Northern Territory to receive support through Round 2 of the 2024–25 Event Funding Program, administered by...
May 8, 2025
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Les Misérables Arena Spectacular shatters records at Sydney's ICC Theatre
Les Misérables - The Arena Spectacular has arrived in Sydney and has already broken house records since opening on Wednesday 30th April. The 15 performances to be presented at...
May 7, 2025
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Riverside Theatres Education Program engages students in the arts
Riverside's Education Program reaches over 35,000 students annually, and is designed to engage students in the arts, by offering a dynamic mix of curriculum-linked performances...
May 6, 2025
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Theatre Network Australia releases statement on Interim Chief Executive
Kate Sulan Chair of the Board of Theatre Network Australia has released a statement on Joshua Lowe’s decision to step down from his role as Interim Chief Executive and choosing...
May 6, 2025
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BASSINTHEGRASS music festival elevates local talent
The Territory Artist Competition sees two talented Northern Territory artists having secured the opportunity to perform at the BASSINTHEGRASS music festival at Darwin’s Mindil...
May 6, 2025
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Dubai launches Beautiful Destinations Academy to bolster tourism industry
Dubai Economy and Tourism has collaborated with travel content creation agency Beautiful Destinations, to launch the Beautiful Destinations Academy (BDA), a world first...
May 6, 2025
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Melbourne Recital Centre welcomes Peter McMullin as new Chair
Renowned destination for dynamic live music experiences, the Melbourne Recital Centre, has welcomed Melbourne lawyer, businessman and philanthropist Peter McMullin as their new...
May 5, 2025
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Live Performance Australia congratulates Australian Labor Party on re-election
Live Performance Australia, the peak body for Australia’s live arts and entertainment industry, has today congratulated the Australian Labor Party on its victory in the Federal...
May 4, 2025
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Music organisations welcome re-elected Federal Government’s continued support for the sector
As part of the Vote Music 2025 platform, 20 music organisations, have welcomed the Federal election results and look forward to the re-elected Government’s continued support for...
May 4, 2025
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HVL Hotels looks to set new luxury benchmark for Hunter Valley with art and wellness
HVL Hotels is pushing the boundaries of design, art, and immersive wellness experiences as it looks to become a landmark destination, blending luxury accommodation with the...
May 2, 2025
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Eventfinda collaborates with Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts to enhance event experiences
New Zealand’s largest independent ticketing provider, Eventfinda, has partnered with the Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts - the University of Waikato’s world-class Hamilton...
May 1, 2025
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