Trump’s win shows how vital the arts and humanities are Julianne Schultz, Griffith University As one of the commentators in the New York Times wrote yesterday in relation to the way the polls had missed the sentiment of the American people, notwithstanding that Hillary Clinton did win the popular vote, “data cannot capture the human … Read More
Inspiration
Coffee, Tea & 25 Cigarettes – an opportunity to look at the past and future
Make and take the time to ask the questions & talk about Arab Australian contemporary theatre Thursday 3 November, 7.00pm – 9.30pm, Bankstown Arts Centre FREE ENTRY, LIMITED CAPACITY, PLEASE REGISTER ‘Coffee, Tea & 25 Cigarettes’ is an informal evening about Arab Australian contemporary theatre over the last 25 years. Artists who have been making Arab-centred … Read More
Scott Howie on the real engagement of regional theatre making
In the lead up to TNN’s Beyond The Limits and Artlands Dubbo 2016, TNN has asked its presenters and panellists a few questions on their own theatre making and careers. Here is Scott Howie, Independent Artist and Regional Arts Development Officer (Eastern Riverina Arts) Why do you work in regional performance? There is space and time to develop, … Read More
2016 Philip Parsons Fellowship for Emerging Playwrights
Belvoir is now seeking applications for the 2016 Philip Parsons Fellowship for Emerging Playwrights. The Fellowship is given to an early career playwright with a strong and unique theatrical voice. It is an integral part of Belvoir’s ongoing artistic development activities and commitment to new Australian work. Presented to an emerging playwright whose work demonstrates … Read More
Sarah Parsons gearing up for TNN’s Beyond The Limits
In the lead up to TNN’s Beyond The Limits and Artlands Dubbo 2016, TNN has asked its presenters and panellists a few questions on their own theatre making and careers. Here is Sarah Parsons, Creative Producer Outback Theatre for Young People Why do you work in regional performance? I wouldn’t work anywhere else! Growing up regionally gave me such … Read More
Keeping score – some do’s and don’ts up for debate
Validating why #istandforthearts or why #artsmatters let alone why we work in the arts and the value of that work is critical to our industry and a core focus for TNN. It is also a topic that generates a lot of discussion, much dismay, and occasionally some solutions. Recent conferences and media sources have been … Read More
Two weeks to go – What to see and do beyond the limits
Our industry truly works above and beyond the limits. A beautiful and fragile thing to behold. In the lead up to TNN’s major event for 2016 ‘Beyond The Limits‘ we’ve been talking with our panellists and participants about their w ork at Artlands as well as their work, careers, and communities within the national context. The … Read More
#freethearts where to from Friday – a NSW update
For those of you in Sydney last Friday who would leave work, brave the rain, and face the potential scrutiny of the powers that be …. you won’t necessarily need to browse through this quick summary of the NSW #freethearts protest. For those of us not in Sydney or not able to get there for … Read More
19th June In The Foyer – Cancelled
Apologies – tonight’s (19.6.15) In The Foyer event at PACT has been CANCELLED due to low bookings – the next In The Foyer’s are scheduled for July and September…stay tuned… TNN’s In The Foyer is a new program that provides an opportunity for you to connect with others (friends & associates in the NSW theatre sector) … Read More
The latest on TNN’s Audience Diversity gig this Thursday
Final Line-Up ‘Building Audience Diversity’ the audience is the answer so be a part of it #TNNgetsloud When: Thursday 14th May from 2-5pm with drinks to follow Where: Bankstown Arts Centre, 5 Olympic Pde, Bankstown* Bookings at: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/edit?eid=16409899451# Limited tickets available at the door & Live streaming tickets also available IMPORTANT*: For those who can’t … Read More