ABC interview with TNN on redirected arts funds to air tonight

September 26, 2018By adminAdvocacy, Funding, Independent Theatre, Networked, NSW Arts News, Research & Advocacy, Theatre Sector News, Valuing the Arts No Comments

Today, ABC Journalist Michaela Boland released her article ‘Arts Minister redirected funds to ‘special project’ as groups missed out…’ citing freedom of information material uncovered in her investigation into the ‘poorest funding rounds in history’ (NAVA Media Release). Theatre Network NSW’s (TNN) Executive Director, Jane Kreis, was interviewed as part of Boland’s story which will be … Read More

Live Production Traineeship Workshop

September 13, 2018By adminBusiness Support, Industry Training, Networked, Opportunity, Professional Development, Theatre Sector News, Venues/Theatres No Comments

City Recital Hall and production services company AV1 have agreed to a pilot traineeship program with TAFE NSW, to run the Certificate III in Live Production Services. As part of offering ongoing support, the Department of Industry is running an information workshop for those host employers of the program. Where: City Recital Hall Cost: Free … Read More

Australian Voices Take Centre Stage at Inaugural Pioneer Play Awards

September 13, 2018By adminAwards, Cultural Diversity, Independent Theatre, NSW Arts News, Opportunity, Playwriting, Showcase, Theatre Sector News, Valuing the Arts No Comments

PIONEER PLAY FESTIVAL and PLAYWRITING AWARDS  November 23-24, Pioneer Theatre, Castle Hill Submissions for the Pioneer Play Awards are now open. Full details can be found on the festival website. www.pioneerplayfestival.com A celebration of pioneering Australian theatre-craft and performance will take centre stage in the heart of Sydney’s Hills district when the inaugural Pioneer Play Festival … Read More

What has been on our minds? Responses from Theatre Network NSW’s March 2018 survey

September 7, 2018By adminDiversity, Inspiration, NSW Arts News, Research & Advocacy, Support, Theatre Sector News, TNN Projects & Events, Valuing the Arts No Comments

What has been on our minds? Here is a summary of the responses from Theatre Network NSW’s March 2018 survey What has put a smile on our faces? Being buoyed by creative growth (artistic and professional) was cited by over half of the respondents as putting a smile on their faces. The other major reason for … Read More

Australian Human Rights Commission launches world first inquiry into Workplace Sexual Harassment

August 31, 2018By adminNational News, Professional Development, Research & Advocacy, Support, Wellbeing No Comments

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

Shared sector concerns and advice to overcome Create NSW funding delays

June 5, 2018By adminAdvocacy, Funding, NSW Arts News, Research & Advocacy, Support, Valuing the Arts No Comments

    JOINT STATEMENT:  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   MONDAY 4 JUNE 2018 NSW sector service share concerns on Create NSW funding and offer advice to prevent future delays NSW’s leading sector service organisations today share their approaches to responding to intensifying complaints on Round 2 of the Create NSW Arts and Cultural Development Program, and call … Read More

TNN’s HR Best Practices & Defamation Law Workshop

April 10, 2018By adminIndustry Training, NSW Arts News, Opportunity, Professional Development, Support, Theatre Industry events, Theatre Sector News, TNN Projects & Events No Comments

In response to feedback from our members in the wake of the #metoo movement, TNN is hosting our first ‘HR Best Practices & Defamation Law Workshop’. Places are limited so please book early to ensure your place. When: 5-7pm on Wednesday the 16th May 2018 Where: Studio 1, The Wharf, Pier 4/5 Hickson Road, Sydney, NSW What: This … Read More

AAWE survey into industry wellness – please participate

April 6, 2018By adminNational News, Opportunity, Research & Advocacy, Support, Theatre Industry events, Theatre Sector News, Valuing the Arts, Wellbeing No Comments

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