Theatre Network Australia’s 2017 Indie Survey

November 22, 2017By adminIndependent Theatre, National News, Networked, Research & Advocacy, Valuing the Arts No Comments

INDIE CREATIVES  – THIS IS HOW WE DO IT – is centred on working trends and going rates for various independent activities. This research would feed into TNA’s advocacy work, and sector development programs and events in 2018 and beyond. It should take around 10 min to complete. Access the survey here: ow.ly/XAA330gI08q  

Belvoir Reopens Downstairs Theatre to Independent Artists 

November 22, 2017By adminFellowships, Independent Theatre, NSW Arts News, Opportunity, Professional Development, Theatre Sector News, Valuing the Arts, Venues/Theatres No Comments

Fabulous news from Belvoir that we thought we’d share: 25A Announced: In 2018 Belvoir will launch a new independent theatre program which will see the beloved Downstairs Theatre given to teams of artists for free. “This is the lynchpin of our support for independent and emerging artists,” said Flack.“There’s nothing so valuable when you’re learning your … Read More

UK Arts organisations stand firm against sexual harassment 

October 30, 2017By adminGender, Inspiration, International, Research & Advocacy, Support, Theatre Sector News No Comments

TNN thought it would share with you an impressive stance from UK theatre and arts organisations that would be a step in the right direction for our own arts industry in Australia. In 2016 and more recently MEAA has spoken out about sexual harassment in media companies ‘MEAA is concerned and deeply frustrated that media … Read More

2017 Information Sessions – National Theatre of Parramatta

October 30, 2017By adminDiversity, Networked, NSW Arts News, Opportunity, Playwriting, Professional Development, Theatre Industry events No Comments

National Theatre of Parramatta’s (NToP) Information Sessions are back in November.These are an opportunity to stay up to date with what National Theatre of Parramatta is doing including future industry programs and developments. It is also a great chance to meet with NToP and other creatives. These sessions will be held over two evenings and one … Read More

SAMAG’s Expert Exchange: Expand Your Revenue 

October 27, 2017By adminBusiness Support, Industry Training, Inspiration, NSW Arts News, Opportunity, Professional Development, Regional and Remote Practitioners No Comments

Expert Exchange: Expand Your Revenue in Goulburn NSW Hot off the press from SAMAG, this looks like an amazing event to attend: How can artists and arts organisations diversify income streams? What entrepreneurial solutions and sustainable models have been tried and tested? What does success look like? How do you measure what you are doing? … Read More

Apply now: Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation

September 26, 2017By adminFunding, Opportunity, Regional and Remote Practitioners No Comments

The Charitable Foundation provides over $1.6 million in grants each year to eligible not-for profit and community organisations in the Hunter, Central Coast, New England, Central West, Northern Rivers and Mid North Coast. Next round of applications close 16th October. All applications will be reviewed by the Charitable Foundation with approx. 120 days of the … Read More

City of Sydney Venue Grants for Live Performance and Theatre

September 18, 2017By adminFunding, Independent Theatre, NSW Arts News, Spaces and Resources, Theatre Sector News, Venues/Theatres No Comments

City of Sydney’s revised Business Support Grants program are open and are suitable for theatre and live performance venues.  •             Live music and performance – matched grant up to $30,000 for venue improvements to grow and enhance the quality and quantity of programming, improve in-venue health and safety or improve venue acoustics. •             Night-time diversification … Read More

Boundless in Bankstown 28th October

September 18, 2017By adminCultural Diversity, Diversity, First Nations Artists, Opportunity, Playwriting, Theatre Industry events No Comments

Indigenous and culturally diverse writers come together for powerful lineup at Boundless festival Boundless, the first-ever festival focused on Indigenous and culturally diverse Australian writers and writing, will be held at Bankstown Arts Centre on Saturday 28 October 2017. The full program has been announced and boasts a powerful lineup of local and interstate names … Read More