Theatre Network NSW’s ‘NSW State of Theatre Address 2018’ Written by Suzie Miller, Playwright. Produced by Theatre Network NSW. Prepared thanks to all participants in and attendees of the NSW Theatre Gathering 2018 at Darlinghurst Theatre Company’s Eternity Playhouse on Thursday, 1st November 2018. “It’s 2025. I’m a visitor to NSW from beyond. I’ve heard about this … Read More
National News
New Private Sector Support Survey for arts and cultural organisations – Creative Partnerships Australia
Creative Partnerships Australia has commissioned a national survey to estimate the value and significance of private sector support in the arts, and to learn about the challenges and opportunities facing arts organisations in attracting such support. The survey has been established to collect important information from arts and cultural organisations that will give them the … Read More
The economic value of cultural and creative activity | Department of Communications and the Arts
The economic value of cultural and creative activity The Bureau of Communications and Arts Research (BCAR) has released new analysis showing cultural and creative activity contributed $111.7 billion to Australia’s economy in 2016-17. Source: The economic value of cultural and creative activity | Department of Communications and the Arts Performing arts consists of: Performing arts … Read More
Afloat: Major Performing Arts Framework
Rather than just post this announcement, I thought I’d take a few moments to consider where in this week’s conversations this is sitting for Theatre Network NSW and our members. We know there is a lot of talk in the sector about how to secure funding for a stronger performing arts sector. Suggestions range from … Read More
NSW Government must not interfere in Sydney Opera House Trust’s statutory authority
Theatre Network NSW SOH MEDIA RELEASE**MEDIA RELEASE** NSW Government must not interfere in Sydney Opera House Trust’s statutory authority Theatre Network NSW (TNN) objects to the NSW government’s position forcing the Sydney Opera House to project Racing NSW’s ‘The Everest Race’ logo onto the icon’s UNESCO World Heritage sails. TNN’s Director, Jane Kreis, confirmed the … Read More
Australian Human Rights Commission launches world first inquiry into Workplace Sexual Harassment
Have your say! The First National Inquiry into Workplace Sexual Harassment has just been launched by the Australian Human Rights Commission. This world first brings our own industry experience into the broader national perspective and TNN is sharing this to encourage our sector to be involved. The focus of the inquiry is on the nature … Read More
AAWE survey into industry wellness – please participate
Our industry would really benefit from your engagement! As a member of the Australian Alliance for Wellness in Entertainment (AAWE) TNN encourages those in our industry to participate in the part The Entertainment Industry Research Survey launched on Tuesday 13th of March. SURVEY LINK The survey is building on the series of forums, including ‘How … Read More
May 30, Youth and the Arts Forum – Book Now
As promised, the NSW Industry Forum: Young People and the Arts is now live so be quick to book your place! Theatre Network NSW (TNN) is partnered with Theatre Network Australia (TNA), Australian Theatre for Young People (ATYP), Polyglot, Create NSW, Sydney Opera House and Currency House to present an industry forum that continues the … Read More
Indy Theatre Producing Workshop & other Independent Theatre News/Events
The Equity Foundation are running an Indy Theatre Producing workshop with Andrew Henry, of Red Line Productions. REGISTER HERE Are you an actor who wants to move into indie theatre producing – or an actor who is already producing but wants more info? Have you a script you are working on but don’t know how … Read More
NOW Australia – #thetimeisnow
TNN is proud to promote NOW Australia and encourages everyone in our sector to support this industry-led initiative. A critical part of TNN’s role is to empower and enable our sector – the NSW theatre sector and all who work across it – to feel safe and confident wherever they work. IT STARTED WITH A … Read More