Performing arts
The Australian Government provides funding and support for Australia's vibrant performing arts sector. Through the Australia Council, the government also supports Australia’s 28 major performing arts companies.
Current consultations
Catalyst—Australian Arts and...
Catalyst supported a broad range of arts projects, especially those by small to medium arts organisations.
Performing arts training bodies
The Australian Government funds the eight national elite performing arts training organisations to support Australia's thriving...
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Performing arts
We are seeking stakeholder and public input on the National Framework for Governments’ Support of the Major Performing Arts...
Performing arts
Recent NIDA graduate, Yasmin Masri has received the inaugural Lynne Williams Award for Outstanding Achievement in Cultural...
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Performing arts
In the lead up to NAIDOC Week it’s timely to acknowledge the important role that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander...
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Performing arts
This World Music Day, we ask AYO student Sunga Lee what it’s like to study at one of the most prestigious music schools.
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We seek your views on how to strengthen the Major Performing Arts Framework, through which the major performing arts companies are supported to develop and present excellent artistic works and foster a vibrant and sustainable performing arts sector.