The Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre invites feedback on its offerings 

The Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre (The Joan), in partnership with Penrith City Council, is inviting local residents and those from surrounding LGAs to have their say in a new survey about Penrith’s performing arts hub.

Penrith Performing and Visual Arts Chief Executive, Hania Radvan notes The Joan is looking to the future and would like to hear residents’ feedback on topics such as performances, accessibility, amenities and more.

Radvan advises that “while COVID-19 has interrupted our usual programming at The Joan, we’re excited to embrace this opportunity to seek community input to reshape our offering.

“The arts are for everyone, and The Joan is for everyone. Remaining relevant and responsive to our local community is of the greatest importance to us as we plan for a future full of wonderful possibilities.”

Penrith Mayor Karen McKeown said that with more than 210,000 residents in the LGA, the survey will provide valuable insights into the tastes and interests of our diverse community - to ensure The Joan has something for everyone on offer.

Mayor McKeown added “after nearly 30 years in the heart of our City, I'm proud that The Joan continues to be one of the best performing arts hubs in Western Sydney.”

The survey is now open until 5pm on Monday 23rd November 2020.

Following the survey, two community reference groups will be held via Zoom from 10am to 10.45am and 6pm to 6.45pm on Wednesday 9th December. The groups will help The Joan and Council to further understand and explore the themes of the survey and the responses received.

For more information see the Your Say Penrith page.