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.
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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
What do you get when you combine the awe-inspiring acrobatic skills of circus with the powerful beauty of ballet?
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Performing arts
Challenging the mind and body – academic studies at the National Institute of Circus Arts are as rigorous as the physical...
Performing arts
We take a look at the Australian National Academy of Music and how it nurtures some of the best musicians from around the...
Performing arts
We visited the Australian Ballet School as the students prepare to showcase their amazing artistry and technical skill in...
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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.