Highlights
Snowy Mountains of Music
5 - 8 June, Snowy Mountains
The Snowy Mountains of Music is a vibrant new 3 day music festival which will open the 2009 winter snow season with a bang over the June long weekend. With over 45 acts across 11 venues in the Perisher Valley, it’s a chance to experience the wonder of the snow country whilst listening to some great new sounds of world, folk, roots, celtic, acoustic, and traditional music. Curl up around the fire and let your soul sing with intimate acoustic sessions and songs from around the world. Get out on the floor with some jumping rhythms and late night jam sessions, and wake up to poetry breakfasts in your very own Winter wonderland. Full program and ticketing details online. Website www.snowymountainsofmusic.com.au
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4th Biennial Watermark Literary Muster
19 - 22 June, Kendall
The Watermark Literary Muster invites readers and writers to celebrate the literature of nature and place. In 2009 the theme is 'wood' - forests, trees, fire, artisans and artefacts, philosophies, opinions, conflicts - and the literature and stories that embrace it. The packed program includes readings, conversations, panel sessions, nature excursions, literary meals, performances, art, book launches, formal and informal discussion. Featured writers are Bob Beale, John Blay, John Daniel (from Oregon USA), Sue Feary, Bill Gammage, Tom Griffiths, Ashley Hay, Peter Hay, Anthony Lawrence, Carolyn Leach-Paholski, Roger McDonald, Grace Pundyk, Ian Ridgway, Nicolas Rothwell, Peter Solness, Mark Tredinnick, Roger Underwood and Elizabeth Webby. Tickets: one day, $55; two day, $100; and 4 day passes, $180 are available. Website www.watermarkliterarysociety.asn.au
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Lismore Lantern Parade
20 - 21 June, Lismore
As the winter nights herald the longest night of the year, it's time to warm the spirit at the spectacular Lismore Lantern Parade. Attracting thousands into the streets of Lismore, hundreds of fabulous lanterns wend their way to the banks of the Wilsons River for the amazing Fiery Finale. After the Fire Event, party on into the night in Carrington Street at The Great Street Party with a great line up - A French Butler called Smith, Jimmy Willing and the Real Gone Hick-ups, Glennie Rae Virus, and the Samba Blisstas. The fun starts at 2pm on Saturday with the Market deLight and Kids Arts Space; lantern decorating and a great entertainment including Glennie Rae Virus, the Perch Creek Family Jug Band, Circus Playtime and much more! The Lantern Parade organizers, LightnUp Inc, are excited to announce the weekend's activities have been extended into Sunday with the al fresco Big Breakfast, local and Fair Trade food, great entertainment including Stipski, cooking demonstrations, the Great Debate and NORPA Popcorn Film Show. Tel 02 6622 6333 Website www.lanternparade.com
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Montmartre Musicale
27 June, Bangalow
Ku Promotions are proud to present Opera Eagles Nest's Montmartre Musicale, a night of food, fashion and entertainment - all with French flavour! Inspired by the famous, vibrant Parisian artistic area Montmartre, the show will take you back to the days of Edith Piaf, with the very best of French cabaret including Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien, La Vie En Rose, La Mer, Chanson D’Amour and C’est Ci Bon. Classic French literature will also come to life, with the romance of The Phantom of the Opera, and stirring anthems from Les Miserables. Opera Eagle’s Nest Director and comic Howard Edmunds along with Soprano Tania Edmunds, mezzo Anne Fulton, Tenor Brett Goulding, pianist John Woods and young local Camille Peters will entertain you with quality, and with French flair. At Bangalow A & I Hall. Doors open at 7pm for show at 8pm. French food available from 7pm, BYO Alcohol Tickets $30/$35 at the door. Website http://kupromotions.oztix.com.au
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6
27 June, Albury
6 is a multimedia performance piece created by choreographer Tim Podesta and film maker Helen Newman, exploring the changing nature of social connection and integration. 6 is the first piece created by the ‘dis/assemble dance project’ – a unique project which has seen dancers from the Regional Academy of Performing Arts work alongside dancers with a disability from Skills Innovative Training Enterprise Inc (SITE) and professional dancer Victoria Ballard. Don’t miss this performance that weaves dance, film, projections and drama into a dynamic and emotional contemporary dance piece. The evening will include a performance of Artifice by international choreographer Rosalie Van Horik and a selection of short dance films. At Hume Building Society Butter Factory Theatre, Wodonga 8pm. Tickets $25/$15, Tel 02 6021 7433 Website www.hothousetheatre.com.au
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Regional Arts NSW News
RAF 2010 now open for applications
Applications are now being accepted for the Regional Arts Fund, one of the key funding sources for arts and cultural activities in regional, rural and remote communities of NSW. The Regional Arts Fund (RAF) supports arts and cultural activities that have long term cultural, economic and social benefits, promote partnerships and cultural networks, and provide skills development opportunities. In NSW, the RAF is administered by Regional Arts NSW. Funding is available for projects commencing after 1 January 2010 in the categories of New Initiatives, Partnerships and Residencies and Mentorships. Funding is available for one, two or three year projects. “The value of this fund for arts and cultural development in regional NSW cannot be overstated,” said Elizabeth Rogers, CEO of Regional Arts NSW. “In 2009 a total of amount $326,200 was approved for a wide range of projects that included theatre projects, visual arts, multi-media, dance, music and film.”
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Weddin Shire joins regional arts program
Weddin Shire Council has voted to join the Central West regional arts program, Arts OutWest. “Weddin Shire Council were keen to take advantage of Arts OutWest’s workshop and training opportunities, regional arts media program, advocacy and support and being a part of regional arts and cultural programming” said General Manager of Weddin Shire, Mr Trevor Lobb. Arts OutWest Executive Officer Tracey Callinan said “Arts and cultural practitioners, groups or businesses in the Weddin area are encouraged to contact us at Arts OutWest to let us know who you are and what you do. We’re particularly looking to add to our list of events happening in the area so that we can promote these regionally and state-wide through our arts media program.” Arts OutWest is also looking at what arts development or funding workshops can be ran in the area and how Weddin Shire can be linked in to current projects such as the ArtStart youth arts program.
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New England North West projects receive Artstart funding
Arts North West has been able to provide funding for 24 New England North West projects through the NSW Department of Education and Training’s Artstart Youth Arts and Skills program. Artstart is a biennial funding program that enables Arts North West to offer small grants for arts and skills workshops aimed at young people between the ages of 12 - 24. Projects can utilise any art form but must focus on skills development. This year the program offered $52,000 in funding from the New South Wales Government’s Department of Education and Training (DET) for projects in the New England and North West. Projects in Armidale, Barraba, Bingara, Glen Innes, Gunnedah, Guyra, Inverell, Moree, Mullaley, Quirindi, Tamworth, Tenterfield, Uralla, Walcha, Warialda and Wee Waa will go ahead thanks to the Artstart funding. For further information contact Arts North West.
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RAA National Consultations in Bathurst & Braidwood
Southern Tablelands Arts (STARTS) and Arts OutWest will be hosting forums in their regions throughout June, as part of a national consultation being undertaken by Regional Arts Australia. The forums are designed to inform future directions for their work of strengthening regional communities through arts and culture. Facilitated by Anne Dunn, the events will be part of a national series of facilitated informal discussions with state based organisations in order to identify areas of common interest, concern and opportunity. There are a number of common issues affecting communities in regional NSW across the areas of health, environment, education, tourism, the arts, and local government. The outcomes from this national consultation will assist with the development of Regional Arts Australia’s advocacy work. The STARTS event will take place in Braidwood on 12 June, and the Arts OutWest event in Bathurst on 30 June. Contact the Regional Arts Boards for further details.
- Arts OutWest, Tel 02 6338 4657; Southern Tablelands Arts, Tel 02 4823 4407
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New Administration Officer for RANSW
Administration Officer, Kate Reynolds, will be leaving Regional Arts NSW after two years with the organisation. "I have really enjoyed my time here, and have been fortunate to work with a wonderful team of people both in our office, and through the network across NSW." Kate is moving on to further her career interests at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA). Within the Sydney office for Regional Arts NSW, Kate has handled enquiries and provided administrative support. She administered the Creative Volunteering program for regional NSW throughout 2007 and 2008, compiled the monthly e-Bulletin, and maintained the website. Regional Arts NSW extends a warm welcome to Elinor Heard, who will be starting in the position of Administration Officer on Tuesday 2 June. Elinor is a professional administrator and project manager with substantial experience in the arts industries. Originally from Tasmania, Elinor holds a Graduate Diploma in Professional Writing from UTS, and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Tasmania. Welcome Elinor!
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Other News
Funding for bands to tour regional Australia
Australian music acts are set to hit the road and tour regional and remote centres with $127,000 in Australian Government funding. Arts Minister Peter Garrett said 13 bands will receive grants from Round 17 of the Contemporary Music Touring Program. “The grants help contemporary musicians tour their live music acts to destinations they may not otherwise be able to reach. It also gives regional Australians an opportunity to experience live music performances in their home towns,” Mr Garrett said. “It is great to see such a mix of experienced and emerging bands. Some great new up and coming talent is supported in this round of funding.” The successful artists include rock, heavy metal, jazz and world music acts. “The quality and diversity of acts supported through the program highlights the incredible talent in the Australian contemporary music scene and gives me great confidence in its future,” Mr Garrett said. The next round of Contemporary Music Touring Program grant applications closes on 15 June 2009.
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Flickerfest launches own television show
Flickerfest's 2009 National Tour has come to an end, and they have launched a new television series on the Movie Extra Channel. Flickerfest, in partnership with Movie Extra, brings you the country’s first television series dedicated to the behind-the-scenes world of creating Australia’s best short films. Launched on Friday 15th May, Flickerfest On Extra brings cinema to television screens across the country. Tune in to follow the processes behind the talented people who make these inspired visions a reality. Each episode will include two short films, interviews with actors, directors and producers and a Filmmakers Toolkit. Discover how Rachel Griffiths, Greg McLean and Frank Woodley, amongst others, have all cut their teeth in the short film form. Flickerfest on Extra will interview some of Australia’s most celebrated stars such as actors Ben Mendelsohn, Barry Otto, Greta Scacchi and Dan Wylie, producer Jan Chapman, writer Jan Sardi and directors Nash and Joel Edgerton, Fred Schepisi and Gillian Armstrong, who all share their insights and experiences in the ‘Directors Toolkits’ segments.
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Federal Budget announces $62.3 million for arts and culture
The Rudd Government has delivered on its commitments and strengthened its support for Australia's arts and cultural sector with an investment of $62.3 million in the 2009-10 Federal Budget. Arts Minister Peter Garrett has announced new programs to support artists, increase access and promotion of the arts, and maintain support for existing programs. "This budget recognises the critical role the arts play in nourishing our community and supporting employment particularly during difficult economic times," Mr Garrett said. "The Government has delivered on a number of election commitments in this budget, including boosting support for Australia's Indigenous artists - a key source of Indigenous employment - and developing opportunities for young and emerging artists to build sustainable careers.
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Blake Prize Announces New Award Category
This year’s Blake Prize is again set to provide artists with a challenge to explore the religious and spiritual in art. The Blake Society has teamed up with the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) to award a $5,000 Blake Prize for Human Justice. This new award category will acknowledge and promote the work of artists that have addressed issues of human justice. The MUA’s Paddy Crumlin said, “The MUA has a long history of supporting social justice and human rights for communities both in Australia and internationally. As part of this tradition, the MUA has worked with artists and filmmakers since the 1950s to challenge the perceptions we have about the Society in which we live. Our partnership with the Blake Society, allows the MUA to continue this tradition and provide artists with an opportunity to contribute to ongoing social debate.” Rev. Rod Pattenden, Chair of the Blake Society said. “We are excited about the expanding relevance of the Blake Prize in these troubled and changing times. Our culture needs people of imagination to redefine what it is to be human in the face of the these challenges and extend that into the territory of spirituality, justice and human hope. The Blake is proving to be a means of refreshing the social relevance of contemporary art.”
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Resale royalty response tabled in parliament
The Government’s response to an inquiry into the Resale Royalty Right for Visual Artists Bill 2008 was tabled in Parliament on 28 May. “The resale royalty scheme is one of the Government’s key election commitments and will give artists the right to earn ongoing income from their work – long after the initial sale,” said Arts Minister Peter Garrett. “Artists will receive five per cent of the sale price when their artworks are resold through the art market. This is an important right for artists as the value of their works can often increase – sometimes substantially – over time and it is only fair that they and their descendants should share in the growing appreciation of their work. “Similar programs are operating in over 50 other countries around the world. Mr Garrett said the Government has accepted a number of the recommendations of the review by the Standing Committee on Climate Change, Water, Environment and the Arts. “In its response to the review the Government has agreed to review the scheme within five years. It will also expand the definition of an artwork to include forms of fine art textiles, installations, fine art jewellery, artist’s books, carvings, and multimedia artworks."
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Project Reports
Hands on Clay
7 May ‐ 2 July, Gulgong
Ceramic artist Susan Bridgford is holding a three day program for gifted and talented visual arts students from Gulgong High School. Susan will be demonstrating a variety of hand building and wheel thrown techniques using earthenware clay. During the program, students will participate and make pinch pots, coil pots and slab platters. Students will also be shown a variety of surface decoration methods, creating their own unique pieces with a personal touch. Glaze preparation, glazing and decoration will be done by the students and fired in a raku kiln at the school. The firing will be an interactive process, with the experience and supervision of Pamela Welsh, Visual Arts teacher, Susan and members of the Mid‐Western Regional Ceramic Focus Group in attendance. Supported by Cudgegong Gallery Gulgong, Potters Needs Oberon, Timber & Hardware Gulgong. Contact Gulgong High School, Tel 02 6374 1201
This workshop is supported with a grant from the Counctry Arts Support Support Program (CASP).
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New Resources
Flickerfest | filmmakers resource site
As Australia's leading distributor of short films, Flickerfest knows a thing or two about marketing and selling short films to the world. In partnership with Screen Australia, they have created a website that will bring this knowledge to filmmakers around Australia and further afield, to help with get their short films ready to unleash on the world! The new site, created by Flickerfest with the help of partner Fusefarm Interactive, will be a one-stop shop for filmmakers looking for information, downloads, links and tools for marketing and selling a short film once it's made, or even before it's finished. At Flickerfest, they know how hard it is to get your film made, and then to work out what to do with it once you've done that, so created a resource that will be full of handy hints and crucial information to help you get over that line.
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Indent | new website
Indent, the hub for all ages entertainment in NSW has launched their brand new website. Indent.net.au may hold the same domain but its great new looks and usable interface means information on the all ages music scene is easier to get, and easier to get your stuff heard. Ideas of user generated content surround the new Indent website design, and while that means the Indent HQ team wont be slacking off in bringing you the most up to date information, issues and bands the website is built to welcome feedback, opinions and general ticks and tacks from all ages delegates, wannabes and fans. Get heard, and maybe we can work together to get more all ages entertainment, more all ages opportunities and chance to say hey, you don’t have to turn 18 to be allowed to have a good time. Hot topics on the site now, Save the Loft, Come Together, Modular’s The Groop, Get your song on Channel V and an opportunity to get your short movie aired.
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What's On
2008 Parliament of NSW Indigenous Art Prize
Until 17 June, Goulburn
The 2008 Parliament of NSW Indigenous Art Prize is presented as a partnership between NSW Parliament House and Campbelltown Arts Centre and is toured by M&G NSW. The Prize recognises the great wealth of artistic excellence in NSW Indigenous communities, and the exhibition also awards the COFA Professional Development Award, supported by the University of NSW. The exhibition continues from strength to strength with entries and audience attendance increasing each year. At Goulburn Regional Art Gallery, Civic Centre, Cnr Bourke & Church Sts. Website www.goulburn.nsw.gov.au
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Lighting the Landscape
Until 28 June, Grafton
Lighting the Landscape is a photographic exhibition of the natural and built environment, including works of the natural and built landscape by renown black and white master photographer Richard White; the 2005 Australian Photographer of the Year Brett Boardman; photographic artists Andy Cross, Doug Spowart & Victoria Cooper; and former award winning local photographer Toni Fuller. The exhibition features a number of different photographic techniques and perspectives on landscape. Further information online. At Grafton Regional Gallery, 158 Fitzroy St. Tel 02 6642 3177 Email gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au Website www.graftoncameraclub.org.au
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Festival Concert with Keith Potger
5 June, Grenfell
Singer/songwriter Keith Potger has accepted an invitation to appear as headline act at the 2009 Henry Lawson Festival of the Arts Concert. Keith Potger was a member of one of the best‐loved and internationally successful 1960’s band, The Seekers. Keith is a consummate musician and his show performances appeal to a broad demographic. Since the days of The Seekers he has continued to write songs and perform both in Australia and overseas. He was a founding member of The New Seekers, and later managed The New Seekers recording and publishing activities. In 2002, Keith literally lost his voice but by 2004, he had released his first solo CD Secrets of the Heart. Since that time, Keith has continued to tour throughout Australia with his solo show, consolidating his skills as a songwriter and as an exponent of the 12‐string guitar. Tickets $12/$5, from Louisa’s Locker Tel 02 6343 1577. At Henry Lawson High School Auditorium, South St.
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Anna and David Henderson: joint exhibition
5 - 27 June, Armidale
Anna Henderson is an abstract landscape painter and potter from Guyra NSW. She will exhibit her abstract paintings of land that is used, misused, desired, neglected and exploited; and raku, saggar and sawdust fired ceramics. In painting she works in a very experimental way, using many different mediums to create textures and depth to each work. Each painting is made up of many layers, giving the painting a sense of history, strength and above all presence. Anna's husband David Henderson will compliment this exhibition with his photography Fragments from the Bush. David explores the abstract, using everyday items found in the bush. All the shots for this exhibition are taken within 200 yards of the front door, along the roadside and around the house. He uses light and texture to make images that can convey a feeling or a story, mostly of a spiritual nature. At Gallery One Two Six, 126 Jessie St. Contact Anna, Tel 02 6779 7534 Email annaghenderson@bigpond.com
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Italy with Soul: Reflections in Form and Figure
5 June - 20 July, Gulgong
Cudgegong Gallery will be home to a little slice of Italy when a new exhibition by internationally renowned painter and ceramic artist Victor Greenaway will officially open on Saturday 6 June. The exhibition, Italy with Soul: Reflections in Form and Figure, reflects Greenaway’s recent two year stay in Orvieto, southwest of Umbria in Italy and is his first display of this particular body of work in Australia. Works on display are inspired by the sights, sounds and people encountered by Greenaway during his stay and the arts of the ancient Etruscans, the Romans and the Renaissance. The exhibition will take up both galleries. In the upstairs gallery a collection of paintings on canvas, and downstairs a showcase of Victor’s new ceramic works, much of which was produced in a castle studio at Viceno. Victor will also conduct a talk about his works at the Gallery on Sunday 7 June at 3pm. At Cudgegong Gallery, 102 Herbert St. Tel 02 6374 1630 Website www.cudgegonggallery.com.au
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Opening of Cessnock Regional Art Gallery
6 June, Cessnock
Cessnock Regional Art Gallery’s much anticipated opening and inaugural exhibition will take place on Saturday 6 June. The gallery is a not for profit community organisation, and its opening will herald a new era on the Cessnock art and cultural scene. All are welcome at the gallery from 10.00am to 3pm to be a part of this historic event. The opening exhibition, sixartists showcases the work of six established Hunter Valley artists using different mediums to explore individual themes. CRAG will continue to host artist talks and practical workshops, in addition to an education program for primary and secondary schools. sixartists showcases the works of Michael Bell, Chris Fussell, Paul Selwood, Lezlie Tilley, James Whitington and Hadyn Wilson. At 16 Vincent St, Cessnock. Tel 02 4991 6619 Email info@crag.net.au Website www.crag.net.au
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Peak Hill's Annual Arts & Craft Exhibition
6 - 8 June, Peak Hill
Peak Hill's Annual Arts & Craft Exhibition will be held over the June Long Weekend at two venues. The Leisure Centre will host a comprehensive display of members' work and visiting demonstrators in cake decorating, paverpol, silver jewellery and patchwork. The Southern Cross Hall will have a number of artistic demonstrators, including Alan Slade of Sydney, who will be demonstrating oil painting throughout the exhibition. There will be a display of porcelain dolls dressed in beaded outfits, Aboriginal art and much more. Admission fee is $2 at both venues. Open from 9.30 am - 4.30pm. Devonshire Teas and homemade soups will be available at the Leisure Centre, and light refreshments at the Southern Cross Hall. Contact Karen Barling, Tel 02 6869 1306
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Joe & Judy Shalhoub: Out of the Blue
10 June - 8 July, Gilgandra
Joe and Judy Shalhoub have been greatly involved with the arts in Gilgandra over the years, and are members of the contemporary artists network, Fresh Arts. Since retiring from the clothing business, Joe has worked on perfecting his glassmaking techniques while Judy has continued to paint and draw in her unique contemporary style. Their new exhibition Out of the Blue will feature glassworks by Joe and artwork by Judy. Joe makes leadlight mirrors and wall-hangings, colourful fired glass platters, bowls and dishes, and lampshades. Judy’s works include watercolours, acrylics on paper and canvas, and black ink paintings. The official opening of Out of the Blue will be on Friday 12 June at 7pm, at the Cooee Heritage Centre in Gilgandra – all welcome. Tel 02 6817 8700
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 Art in the Village at Parklands
12 - 14 June, Port Macquarie
The Hastings Valley Fine Art Association will present an exhibition and sale of original paintings, both framed and unframed, as well as cards by its many talented members at Parklands Village, Cnr Central Road and Hindman Street Port Macquarie from Friday June 12 to Sunday June 14, 10am-3pm daily. This exhibition, proudly sponsored by Aevum Living, consists of an Open Section (any medium, any subject) and a Special Section, 'The Golden Years' (any medium), reflecting the Golden Years of life. Entry is free with a Visitors’ Choice Award of $50 and a raffle of a painting by an association member on offer. Contact Rita, Tel 02 6586 3236
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Jo Duck: It's a Jungle Out There!
12 June - 1 July, Inverell
Jo Duck's exhibition It's a Jungle Out There! will be opening on Friday 12 June at 6.30pm. The exhibition is themed around animals of all shapes and sizes from various countries. Jo has also created a cave to wander through displaying cave art of assorted animals which can be cut out of the wall at the end of the exhibition. Jo is a talented and versatile artist from Glen Innes, NSW. Her skills include drawing, painting, murals, trompe loel, cartoons, charictures, equine art and portraits. Jo will be holding a cartoon workshop in conjunction with the exhibition on Saturday 20 June from 9.30am - 4pm. Cost $5. (please bring your lunch) The workshop is funded by a CASP Grant. Contact Sharon at the Inverell Art Gallery, Tel 02 6722 4983
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The Rhythms of Ireland
13 June, Orange
16 June, Parkes
24 June, Cowra
25 June, Bathurst
27 June, Gulgong
Following the highly‐successful and critically acclaimed sell out Australian tour in 2007, Ireland's most celebrated show returns with an awe‐inspiring production. The Rhythms of Ireland blends the ancient traditions of Irish dance and music, with innovative and flawlessly choreographed production. Stars include David Moore, lead male dancer of Riverdance (2005 ‐ 2006); Anthony Street, lead male dancer of Lord Of The Dance (2003 ‐ 2007) and Ellie Macguire, 4‐times World Champion, plus a cast of 14 dancers with extensive experience with major Irish international productions. At Parkes Leagues Club, Tel 02 6862 1499; Orange Civic Theatre, Tel 02 6393 8111; Cowra Civic Centre, Tel 02 6342 4333; Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, Tel 02 6333 6161; The Prince of Wales Opera House, Gulgong, Tel 02 6374 1292
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Jane Rutter in Concert
15 June, Orange
16 June, Bathurst
Jane Rutter is one of Australia’s most brilliant and versatile musicians. She is one of the few classical flautists in the world with the ability to cross over into jazz and pop. She has performed in the UK, Europe, USA, South‐East Asia, the South Pacific, South America and China. Jane studied with Alain Marion and Jean‐Pierre Rampal in Paris, after which she returned to Australia to lecture in flute and chamber music at the Sydney Conservatorium. Tickets $40/$32/$20 from Mitchell Conservatorium, Tel 02 6331 6622. Bathurst performance at All Saints Cathedral Bathurst, Church St. Orange performance at Orange Regional Conservatorium, 73A Hill St. Tel 02 6361 7974
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My Generation
16 - 20 June, Wodonga
HotHouse Theatre and Performing Lines present My Generation. Celebrated photographer and master storyteller William Yang has toured his monologues with image projection and music throughout the world to great acclaim. In his tenth performance piece, William chronicles his involvement in the Sydney artistic scene in the 1970s and ‘80s. He experienced the events of these times, which were sometimes wild and often indulgent, with a glass of champagne in one hand and a camera in the other. In My Generation he recalls the glamour of Jenny Kee and Linda Jackson’s fashion events, the flowering of the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras, the bohemian world of artists like Martin Sharp and Brett Whiteley and the theatrical circle of Jim Sharman, Kate Fitzpatrick and Patrick White. Equally for lovers of theatre, visual arts and glitzy anecdote! At The Hume Building Society Butter Factory Theatre. Website www.hothousetheatre.com.au
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Burnt
17 June, Bega
19 June, Cooma
Secondary students in the South East Arts Region will be the first to see the premiere performances of Burnt, a show that explores the effects of drought on regional communities. This superb new production, theatrically told with minimal sets and props, live music, comedy and outstanding physicality will be a powerful and touching experience. The Sydney Theatre Company and its resident theatre for young people company Zeal Theatre, embarked on the creation of Burnt to examine the impact of drought on towns, families and individuals, particularly young people. The show has been researched and written by Zeal collaborators Tom Lycos and Stefo Nantsou. South East Arts Region (SEAR) will tour Burnt to secondary schools in the region in June. Students from Moruya to Eden, and up to the high plains, will have an opportunity to see the show and participate in workshops with Zeal Theatre. The tour will include performances for general public audiences in Bega and Cooma. For more information Tel 02 6499 2286 Website www.sear.org.au
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The Taming of the Shrew
19 June, Bathurst
Bell Shakespeare’s bearded ladies! Smoke and mirrors! Lion tamers and whip crackers! They’re all here as two men come to Padua in pursuit of learning and love. The first, Lucentio, fixes his gaze on Bianca, the sweet and gentle daughter of the merchant Baptista. The second, Petruchio, hears of Bianca’s wanton and wild sister Kate, and vows to tame her and teach her to be an agreeable wife. All will be married; all will be well. Or so it would seem. Directed by Marion Potts and featuring an all‐female cast, including Jeanette Cronin as Petruchio and Rebecca Massey as Kate, this new production of one of Shakespeare’s most controversial comedies transcends expectation and preconception, taking the politics of marriage to ludicrous heights. Tickets $22 ‐ $43.50. At Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William St. Performances at 11am & 8pm. Tel 02 6331 6161
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Sydney Symphony Drought Relief Concert
26 June, Albury
27 - 28 June, Wagga Wagga
Join the Sydney Symphony for a delightful evening at the Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre. This concert begins on the wind-swept coast of Scotland, where Mendelssohn was captivated by the weird echoes of 'Fingal's Cave' and inspired to write his rapturous Hebrides Overture. It finishes in the countryside south of Prague, where Dvorak composed his eighth symphony, full of bohemian dance rhythms and the soft light of the late dusk. And in between, Sydney Symphony present a musical puzzle - the orchestra with a solo quartet, playing a work ascribed to Mozart but not 'discovered' until long after his death. Is it really his? There's no way to know, but is sounds ravishing enough to be. The Sydney Symphony, supported by NSW Government and corporate partners, will perform the Wagga Wagga concerts as a fundraiser with ticket proceeds helping the many people affected by the ongoing drought in NSW through the drought relief programs of Anglicare, The Australian Red Cross, The Salvation Army and St Vincent De Paul. There will also be a concerte at the Albury Entertainment Centre, on 26 June, 8pm. Venue and ticketing details online. www.sydneysymphony.com
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Marika Bryant: Evolutionary Tendencies
28 June, Bangalow
Marika Bryant will exhibit Evolutionary Tendencies at Art on the Move, an artists' collective gathering held at the Moller Pavilion in the Bangalow Showgrounds, every Bangalow Market day. Utilising this open spaced pavilion on a monthly basis, a variety of artists meet and set up their latest works and retrospectives for critical discussion; display to the public; and enjoy a general shared art experience. Ranging from works on paper, paintings on canvas, artists' books, stitched and printed recyclables, works on anodised aluminium, recycled jewellery and other media. Contact Marika Bryant, Email marika@marikabryant.comWebsite www.marikabryant.com
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This month at Tweed River Art Gallery
Until 21 June, Murwillumbah
CMP National Prints Award ‘09 Judged by Basil Hall, a master printer, former lecturer and director of Northern Editions at Charles Darwin University.
Hobie Porter: Dry Rain Presents a dramatic, yet intimate glimpse into the his creative and environmental concerns.
Kellie O’Dempsey: The Spectacle of Performance Drawing Kellie will create a site specific work evolving over three weeks in response to the Gallery’s visitors, musicians and magnificent surroundings.
At Tweed River Art Gallery, Cnr Tweed Valley Way & Mistral Rd, Murwillumbah Tel 02 6670 2790 Website www.tweed.nsw.gov.au
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This month at Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre
Until 21 June, Muswellbrook
Favourite Object Local artists depict their favourite object and allow the public to see that object as well as the art work it has inspired. Features sculpture, photography, painting, and ceramics.
Unseen Works An exhibition of art works from the Muswellbrook Shire Art Collection that have never been shown at the Arts Centre.
1+1=1 Works in two parts where the whole is greater than the components. The diptych is the most common form but some of these works take a wholly original approach to 1+1=1
Youth Snaps the best work by the students in the YouthSnaps Photography Workshop Program.
At Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre, New England Hwy, cnr Bridge & Market St. Website http://www.mrag.org.au
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Seminars, Workshops + Training
Lampworking workshop
6 - 7 June, Bathurst
A lampwork workshop including decorative raised and flat beads, flower beads, fine dots and twists, most glass bead designs and instruction. Two day beginners class with glass artist Pauline Delaney from Melbourne. All materials and tools provided, will make between 20 and thirty beads. Cost $350. Presented by Bead and Wirecraft Guild. At the Girl Guide Hall, Charlotte Street Bathurst. Contact Judy Attard, Tel 02 6337 1705 Website www.beadandwirecrftguild.com.au
This workshop is supported with a grant from the Counctry Arts Support Support Program (CASP)
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Workshops for emerging screen actors, directors and writers
10 June - 9 July, Coffs Harbour
Enrolment has now begun for a new series of screen skill workshops for emerging screen actors, directors and writers. These are classes for enthusiasts, whether beginners or practitioners. The workshops develop skill, knowledge and competency, though the focus is on extending one’s innate abilities. The workshops will be held over five Wednesday evenings in the Coffs Harbour area, starting on Wednesday 10 June from 6pm – 9pm. The cost is $165 (includes GST). Industry expert Tony Wickert will be teaching the classes. During the last 30 years he has mastered the craft of film and television through acting, directing and teaching. He has worked for a number of established institutions, including the BBC in London, the ABC, the Australian Film Television and Radio School and taught at NIDA and the Ensemble Studios. Contact Tony Wickert 02 6655 4230 Email tony.wickert@summerhill.com.au Website www.screenskill.com.au
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M&G NSW: Great Educators
11 - 12 June, Albury
Presented in conjunction with the Great Collections touring exhibition, M&G NSW presents a special event for gallery and museum educators. With a focus on innovative programming and relationship-building with schools, this one and a half day workshop is a unique opportunity for educators to meet, share ideas and network through panel discussions, break out focus sessions and an open forum. The program also includes an exhibition tour and delegate dinner. The seminar will be facilitated by education coordinators from some of our major cultural institutions, including Tristan Sharp, Art Gallery of NSW; Emma Nicolson, Museum of Contemporary Art; and Peter Mahony, Powerhouse Museum. Also featured in the program are case-studies of innovative education programs and approaches from Brad Hammond, Bathurst Regional Art Gallery; Andrew Glassop, Western Plains Cultural Centre; and Caryn Giblin, Learning & Outreach Coordinator, Albury LibraryMuseum. At Albury LibraryMuseum and Albury Regional Art Gallery. Contact Cath Fogarty, Tel 02 9339 9903 Email catherinef@mgnsw.org.au Website www.mgnsw.org.au
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Landscape drawing & painting workshop
13 - 14 June, Narromine
Immerse yourself for a weekend of drawing and painting in the hinterland of Narromine. Tim Gratton will facilitate this workshop that includes painting and drawing outside and in the studio/hall, weather dependant. Tim Gratton studied fine art, painting and drawing at the Rietveld Academy, Amsterdam as well as attending Bath Academy of Fine Arts, England. He has taught and exhibited in England, Hungary, Austria and Australia. Participants will draw and then paint; learn classical skills as taught by the great masters. Explore perspective, learn to direct your drawing skills towards a painting project. Develop your own style whilst exploring the use of various drawing and painting mediums. This weekend workshop is suitable for everyone, beginners welcome. Cost for tuition, acrylic paint and paper: $250 for 2 days. Contact Suzie Gratton to register. Tel 0422 615 945 Email info@timgratton.com
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Changing Climates in Arts Publishing
27 June, Sydney
If you are a writer, publisher, editor, artist, curator, student or just want to know more about how knowledge in the arts and culture moves around the world, then come and be part of a national forum that addresses the future of arts publishing. Broken into three sessions, the first session will explore the changing environment of publishing and the new possibilities for writing and communication that has been made possible by the internet and the rise of new digital platforms. Can digital forms of publishing ever replace the material experience? The move to online publishing and the rise of zines and low impact print production will be included in the debate. The second session will discuss artwork in the age of Re-mix culture, the rise of hybrid works and the attitude of artists towards more fluid forms of ownership. The final session will examine freedom of expression and digitisation. Censorship of artistic expression and the impact this has on artists and the artworld. Free workshop, register online. At CAL, 233 Castlereagh St, from 10:30am - 4:15pm. Hosted by Artlink Magazine. Website www.artlink.com.au
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Opportunities
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee: auditions
3 - 6 June, Wagga Wagga
Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre and Don Hillam Entertainment are looking to assemble the best theatre talent from Wagga Wagga and its surrounding areas to stage The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. They are looking for great actors and singers. Spelling Bee has an ensemble cast of nine, all of whom need to be good character actors with the ability to improvise and interact with the audience. The production will be performed from the 6 - 22 November at the Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, with the possibility of a small tour to be announced at a later date. Vocal and Dance rehearsals will commence mid-September with all other rehearsals starting at the beginning of October. Auditions will be held on: Wednesday 3 June, 6pm - 9pm; Thursday 4 June, 6pm - 9pm; Friday 5 June, 6pm - 9pm; Saturday 6 June, 10am - 5pm. Call to book an audition. Tel 02 6926 9688 Email theatre@wagga.nsw.gov.au Website www.wagga.nsw.gov.au
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Regional Arts Victoria State Symposium
Regional Arts Victoria (RAV) will be holding its State Symposium in Geelong in October 2009 on 'The Role of Arts in Times of Crisis,' with a focus on regional and rural Victoria. RAV is currently seeking presentation submissions for the conference. If you are interested in presenting, please download and complete the Call for Presentations Form from the website. Alternatively, if you have ideas, examples or opinions of the role arts can play in the community in times of crisis, please comment on the blog and help RAV in their efforts to bring health practitioners and community arts workers together to talk through this issue. For more information, email Joe Toohey or phone Regional Arts Victoria, Tel 03 9644 1800. Website www.rav.net.au
Closing 12 June
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Guide to Sydney Beaches - poetry anthology
Meuse Press is publishing an e-anthology of poetry tentatively titled Guide to Sydney Beaches. It will explore the essential qualities of Sydney's various beaches and will be placed on the internet in such a way as to draw readership that may not normally read the poetry art form. The anthology will not appear on paper and there will be no money in, so no payment out to contributors. You are invited to submit up to 3 poems. Submissions should be in the body of the e-mail, single spaced Times New Roman 12p, and be accompanied by a three line bio. Your e-mail should indicate which beach each poem concerns. Prior publication is no problem but you should include acknowledgement. There will be a broad definition of Sydney beaches, from Terrigal to Thirroul. Send contributions to Les Wicks. Email leswicks@hotmail.com
Closing 20 June
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The Regional Ten Minute Play festival
26 - 28 June, Bingara
The North West Theatre Company will conduct The Regional Ten Minute Play Festival at the ROXY Theatre in Bingara. Following on from the Regional Variety Concert, 'ROXY where the heart is!' presented in March, the NWTC is keen to see schools, theatre companies, and interested clubs and societies, enter their 'theatrical performance pieces' at the June Festival. The school entries are nearly full, with their performances scheduled for Friday 26 June. Saturday afternoon and evening are open for non-school performance groups. A Sunday matinee will then showcase the best selection of both the school and open categories with an award given to the 'Best Performance' of the Festival. The performances do not have to be complete pieces. They can be an excerpt from a play, musical, dance, poetry or prose. It is important that some sense of continuity exits within the performance, but it does not need to have a story line. Financial support has been sought through Arts North West, and a special guest adjudicator is being invited for the Festival. Contact John Wearne, Tel 0418 419 684
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Employment
Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre Manager
Salary $63,616 - $80,421 | Nowra
Council is seeking a highly motivated, competent and creative individual to ensure excellence in the operation and management of the Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre as a successful business. The successful applicant will be expected to provide an effective and efficient service for the planning, implementation, management, maintenance and marketing of the Centre. This position will provide an entrepreneurial and creative environment to attract and foster performing arts, events and functions, conventions, commercial and community activities and to make the Centre vibrant, high profile and a sustainable part of the City, within allocated resources. Includes access to leaseback vehicle, flexible working arrangements, salary sacrifice options, Long Service Leave after five years. Information packages are available online. Website www.shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au
Closing 12 June
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Cultural Customer Service & Admin. Officer, Albury City Council
Salary not stated | Albury
Creating a vibrant, united and affable community atmosphere is a key priority for AlburyCity. The Community & Recreation Group works to plan, promote and develop social, cultural, recreational and children’s services for the whole community, with a view to both current and future needs. This Position is to assist in the provision of customer service of a high standard for all potential patrons of AlburyCity’s cultural services; to provide administrative support to the Customer Service Co-ordinator; to assist in the day to day operations of AlburyCity’s cultural facilities, including undertaking deliveries between facilities. Full position description and details online. Contact Judy Kennedy, Tel 02 6023 8342 Website www.alburycity.nsw.gov.au
Closing 12 June
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Grants, Fellowships + Residencies
M&G NSW | Mentorship and International Fellowship Programs
Museums & Galleries NSW is delighted to announce that applications are now open for its 2009 Mentorship and Fellowship Program. This year an International Fellow will be hosted by Boston Children’s Museum in USA. This opportunity is supported by Arts NSW funding through the cultural grants program. A two week placement in Boston is available to a senior museum or gallery manager based in regional and remote NSW. The focus of the Fellowship will be educational and public programs which engage families and build communities with outcomes for children. In 2009, four mentorship placements will also be offered including Gallery Mentorship at the MCA Gallery Education (Bella Program) and a Museum Mentorship at the Australian Museum Development Unit. There will also be an open Gallery and Museum mentorship. The program provides professional staff with an opportunity to extend their knowledge, enhance their skill levels and increase their networking base through access to the resources and staff of larger cultural institutions or cultural institutions with a specialist area. Details online. Website http://mgnsw.org.au
Closing 12 June
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DEWHA | Contemporary Music Touring Program
The Contemporary Music Touring Program provides funding support for touring activities to the contemporary music sector. The Program prioritises regional and remote area touring, which may include the movement of artists to, from or around those regions. It aims to increase access to contemporary music for audiences in regional and remote areas. The program recognises the added expense involved in touring music to remote communities, so additional assistance can be sought through TRAX (Touring Remote Areas). The term contemporary music, for the purposes of this program, covers a wide range of different music styles, including: jazz , fusion, blues, hip hop, heavy metal, world, new classical, pop, funk, country, folk, electronic, alternative, rock. Applications are accepted from performers, managers, agents, music organisations and music networks on behalf of professionals working in the Australian music industry. The touring musicians must be Australian residents. Applications are only accepted for performances of original Australian contemporary music. Website www.arts.gov.au
Closing 15 June
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ASA | Emerging Writers and Illustrators' Grants
The Australian Society of Authors (ASA) is managing the Australia Council’s emerging writers grants in 2009, under a program whose formal title is “The Australia Council’s Writers/Illustrators’ Initiative managed by the Australian Society of Authors”. The ASA will assess applications and pay grants totalling $175,000. Emerging writers grants assist in the creation of new work by emerging Australian writers and picture book illustrators. Emerging writers grants can be used for living allowances (including childcare) and/or to assist with travel and research costs associated with the preparation and writing of nominated projects. Individual grants will be for $5,000, $10,000 or $15,000. Projects must start on or after 1 November 2009. Application forms online. Website www.asauthors.org
Closing 30 June
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Accessible Arts | Bundanon Residency
Initiated by Accessible Arts in partnership with the Bundanon Trust, this opportunity aims to foster further professional development opportunities for a NSW artist with a disability. Bundanon supports professional artists’ practice, across all disciplines and at all stages in their career. Bundanon advances contemporary art practice through fostering artists, producers/directors, as well as curators and educators engaged in research and development. Residencies under this program do not necessarily involve production-based outcomes. However, potential to engage with the arts community/audience regionally, nationally or internationally is desirable. The residency supports artists’ new work, research and collaboration. Australian and international artists are hosted in purpose-built studios located at the Bundanon properties on the Shoalhaven River in NSW. Website www.aarts.net.au
Closing 1 July
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Arts NSW 2010 Arts Funding Program
Program Funding Funds the costs of delivering the principal annual artistic program and can includes salaries and professional fees, administration and office-related expenditure and annual production costs.
Project Funding Funds one-off or time limited projects and covers a wide range of artistic events, products, activities or facilities that are separate from or in addition to the annual program of an organisation.
Capital Projects Funds for construction, alteration, renovation, completion or fitting-out of buildings and other facilities for arts and cultural use.
Application details and guidelines online. Tel 1800 358 594 Website www.arts.nsw.gov.au
Closing 6 July
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DEWHA | Festivals Australia
Festivals Australia is an Australian Government program which funds Australian regional and community festivals to present quality cultural projects. Funding is available to add a new or special sort of cultural activity. To be eligible for funding, an activity must not have been previously presented and must be one that could not be afforded without the funding. Funds are available to present exciting new projects which will add to the cultural program of a regular, ongoing festival or which will enhance the local community's cultural image and sense of identity. Small projects are those seeking funding support of up to $12,000. In remote areas or very remote areas, extra funding may be available to cover higher travel and/or equipment hire costs. Large projects are those seeking funding above $12,000. Applications must be made by organisations that manage regular festivals. Eligible organisations include local governments and councils, cultural organisations and regional arts councils that manage festivals. Website www.arts.gov.au
Closing 15 July
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Australia Council | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Arts
New Work Helps Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and organisations create new artworks. Projects may be in any artform such as theatre productions, writing for publication, songwriting for performance or recording or creating for exhibition.
Presentation & Promotion Supports the exhibiting, publishing, recording, presenting and promoting of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and their works.
Skills & arts development Helps artists and arts organisations develop their ideas and skills through mentorship programs, arts workshops, professional development programs, conferences, seminars or planning and development programs.
Program Indigenous arts workers Provides funding for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander arts organisation to employ an Indigenous arts worker for up to three years.
Guidelines and application details online. Website www.australiacouncil.gov.au
Closing 15 July
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The Myer Foundation | Small Grants Program
Myer Family Philanthropy is synonymous with the Arts in Australia. The tradition of giving to enrich cultural life began with Sidney Myer – a passionate supporter of the arts. In celebrating the life and cultural interests of Sidney Myer, a number of initiatives have been established over the past 70 years including the Sidney Myer Music Bowl and the Sidney Myer Performing Arts Awards. The Sidney Myer Fund continues to fund the arts, and seeks to play a critical role in upholding the integrity of the arts community within Australia by supporting artistic initiatives that often fall outside other funding agendas. The current priority areas in the Arts and Humanities Small Grants Program are as follows: to build capacity of the individual through ensuring that professional artists gain access to training, development and mentoring; develop new works by individual Australian artists and small and medium-sized organisations in the following areas: Indigenous arts, regional areas, experimental and emerging art forms; and humanities: projects that support the humanities, particularly those that contribute to a broad understanding of and engagement with the humanities. Website www.myerfoundation.org.au
Closing 16 July
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Optus | Connecting Communities Grants Program
The Connecting Communities Grants Program is part of the Optus commitment to building better Australian communities. On an annual basis, the program provides grants to Not For Profit community organisations to help reduce social isolation for those in need and reconnect disengaged youth. Optus people are given the opportunity to submit an application on behalf of a not-for-profit organisation, and not-for-profit organisations are able to submit an application directly, for a grant of up to $5,000 that will be used to address these issues. The grant is to support programs that produce positive social outcomes and meeting demonstrable needs such as: new opportunities, skills and confidence; access to education; removal of barriers to empowerment; new and strong support networks; connecting disengaged young people to community life; and addressing socially isolated community needs. Application details online. Tel 1300 729 320 Email connectingcommunities@optus.com.au
Website www.optus.com.au
Closing 31 July
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A Month in the Country: National Performing Arts Residency
Funded through the AlburyCity, Arts NSW, Arts Victoria, the Australia Council, Myer Foundation and operated by HotHouse Theatre, A Month In The Country is a national arts resource to facilitate the creation of new Australian performing arts work. This initiative involves an on-going residential program that brings creative teams of writers, actors, directors, designers and other performing artists from across the country to Albury Wodonga during the creative development stage of a myriad of different projects. Groups of artists from around the country will be supported to live and work in a large farmhouse and studio just outside Albury for periods of 1 - 5 weeks. Financial support for transport and living allowances available. HotHouse Theatre welcomes projects which will benefit from an intense period of creative development in this quintessential rural Australian setting. Website www.hothousetheatre.com.au
Closing 15 August
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Awards + Prizes
Southern Stars - independant country music awards
Entries are open for the 13th Southern Stars, the Australian Independent Country Music Awards which will be staged on Saturday October 3 during the 2009 Mildura Country Music Festival. Entry is open to all CD product from independent Australian country music artists recorded in Australia and released in the period 1 July 2008 - 30 June 2009. The Awards cover eight nominated categories – Single of the Year, Album of the Year, Heritage Track of the Year, Rising Star Male and Female, Male and Female Vocalist of the Year and Group/Duo of the Year. A further award, Independent Artist of the Year, is judged from artists nominated in the above categories. Further information can be obtained from Awards Co-ordinator John Arnold, Tel 0418 303 206 Email jonarnol@bigpond.net.au Website www.milduracountrymusic.com.au
Closing 30 June
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Outback Art Prize
Broken Hill Regional Art Gallery invites artists who are Australian residents to submit entries for the 2009 Outback Art Prize. Awards will be given to works on paper which significantly address the theme of the Australian outback. The Outback Art Prize is a nationally recognised award. Since it began in 1994, this annual acquisitive prize and exhibition consistently attracts a high standard of entries from artists across the country, that reflect the spirit, beauty and diversity of the Australian outback. This year the prize has been sponsored and generously assisted by Mrs Raylee J Hart and the Broken Hill City Council. The 2009 Outback Art Prize consists of one acquisitive Prize of $13,000, a non-acquisitive Second Prize of $2,500 and a cash non-acquisitive Encouragement Award of $800. The acquisition from the Outback Art Prize will enter Broken Hill Regional Art Gallery’s nationally recognised collection. Contact Bruce Tindale, Tel 08 8080 3440 Email artgallery@brokenhill.nsw.gov.au Website www.brokenhill.net.au/bhart
Closing 13 July
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Sir Peter Ustinov Television Scriptwriting Award
Each year, The Foundation of The International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences administers the Sir Peter Ustinov Television Scriptwriting Award. The competition is designed to motivate non-American novice writers under the age of 30, and to offer them the recognition and encouragement that might lead to a successful career in television scriptwriting. Entrants are asked to create a completed half-hour to one-hour English-language television drama script for a family audience. The winner will be flown to New York City to be presented with an Award and a US$2,500 prize at the International Emmy® World Television Festival on 21 November 2009. The winning script will be read by actors in front of an audience at the Festival, and the winner will be invited to take part in the red carpet festivities at the 37th International Emmy® Awards on 23 November. Application details online. Website www.iemmys.tv/foundation.aspx
Closing 15 July
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The Flame Awards
The Flame Awards is a nationwide competition to showcase the most outstanding music programs in Australian Schools. The Flame Awards reward and recognise Australia’s inspiring school music programs. The Awards are run by ABC Classic FM and ‘Music. Play for Life’, the Music Council of Australia’s national campaign to encourage more music making in schools and communities. This year the judges are looking for schools that SING! Government and independent schools may apply. Awards will be provided to schools in each State and Territory, from which an overall National Winner will be selected. Entry forms and information kits can be downloaded from the ABC website. Website www.abc.net.au/classic/flame
Closing 17 July
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Off the Wall
Off The Wall is a national competition with ten artiststo be selected by a panel of experts: Andrew Frost: presenter/writer of The Art Life blog; Janice McCulloch: Editor-in-Chief, Art Almanac and art collector; Toby Blyth: Art collector; Les Rice: Artist and winner of the 2007 Doug Moran National Portrait Prize; and Cash Brown: Artist, curator and consultant. Selected artists will be given the opportunity to exhibit their work in this dedicated feature at Art Sydney 09, Australia’s largest annual art fair, and enjoy being in the spotlight, gaining attention from curators, galleries, media and collectors while gaining exposure to the art buying public. All mediums and age groups are eligible to apply, however applicants must be unrepresented in the state of NSW. All applicants receive two tickets to the fair and free entry to the professional development seminar for artists. Entry Fee: $50/$35. Website www.artoffthewall.com.au
Closing 17 July
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Hot Shorts: short play competition
Baywrite Theatre Inc is sending out the call for entries to their short play competition, Hot Shorts 2009, which has a first prize of $1,000 and second and third prizes of $300 and $200. Plays must be previously unperformed, original works of no more than 10 minutes duration. A panel of judges will select the best entries for performance at the Byron Bay Community Cultural Centre in October at which audience members will vote for the prizewinners. Initial selection will be based on quality of writing, thematic interest and theatricality. Baywrite will provide as much assistance as necessary in staging plays, and writers who do not have the capacity to produce their plays are encouraged to submit entries. Entry fee $20/$15. Send an email for further details and an entry form. Contact Mike Russo Tel 02 6684 4886 Email hotshorts2009@gmail.com
Closing 20 July
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Basil Sellers Art Prize
The Basil Sellers Art Prize seeks to offer artists substantial rewards which acknowledge their achievements and support their professional development through an award and exhibition with a national profile. The cash award to the winning artist in this acquisitive art prize is $100,000. Artists shortlisted for the exhibition of finalists will receive a $3,000 participation fee. The exhibition itself will be supported by a catalogue, public programs and a promotional campaign. A further prize of $5,000 will be awarded to one of the exhibiting finalists on the basis of votes in the People’s Choice Award. Artists are invited to approach the theme of sport in whatever way best suits both their practice and their attitude to sport: positively or critically, directly or indirectly. Submissions may refer to existing art works, proposed art works or both. The aim of the prize is to encourage artists to develop their practice, not to steer them down a path they would not usually follow. Entry forms online. Website www.sellersartprize.com.au
Closing 24 July
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World of Women (WOW) Film Festival
The World of Women (WOW) Film Festival is a short film festival that promotes and awards the talents of women directors, producers, writers, editors and cinematographers in the Australian film industry and in Oceania. It is a unique festival that offers emerging and established filmmakers the opportunity to screen short works giving a thematic perspective of 'seeing the world through the eyes of women.' In 2009 the WOW Short Film Competition invites entries which are up to 55 minutes long and from any genre, 'presenting the world through the eyes of women.' The film must either have a woman director, or, if it is directed by a man, must have women in two of the following roles: producer or writer or editor or cinematographer. The Festival encourages and promotes the films of emerging and established female talent from different backgrounds and nationalities within the filmmaking industry of Australia and the world. Guidelines and entry details online. Email wowfilmfestival@wiftnsw.org.au Website www.nsw.wift.org/wow
Closing 30 July
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Regional Arts Victoria | RAVE Awards
Regional Arts Victoria’s RAVE Awards acknowledge the phenomenal work of regional artists, arts workers, organisations and volunteers in creating, delivering and presenting cultural activity in regional Victoria. Regional Arts Victoria (RAV) is now calling for nominations in the following six categories: Contemporary Cultural Development; Arts and Business Partnership; Indigenous Arts; Arts Volunteering; Regional Touring; Youth Leadership – includes for the first time in 2009 a $1,000 special cash prize generously supported by the Deloitte Foundation. RAV is well-regarded for its leadership within the arts sector in Victoria and is acknowledged as one of the state’s 12 major cultural institutions. It is proud of its reputation as a contemporary, inventive and responsive organisation working with vision, passion and flair and with a strong understanding of the challenges and aspirations of the communities in regional Victoria. Guidelines and nomination forms online. Tel 03 9644 1800 Email enquiry@rav.net.au Website www.rav.net.au
Closing 14 August
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7th Bellingen Art Prize
The Annual Bellingen Art Prize was started seven years ago by the Bellingen Community Arts Council. Since its beginning as a local show it has grown to be known as 'the Oscars' of Bellingen and attracts entries from interstate and overseas. The standard is extremely high and the judges are always very complimentary. This year a new category, Printmaking, has been introduced to cater for the growing interest in this medium. Opening & presentation night attracts around 400 people for an evening of art, snacks, wine & entertainment. The exhibition will run from 2 – 10 October 2009 At the Memorial Hall, Hyde St, Bellingen. Grand Prize is $5,000, and other prizes total over $5,000. Categories: Works on paper, Painting, 3D, Photographic & Digital, Members Prize, People’s Choice. Entry forms from Nexus Gallery, Bellingen; Dorrigo & Urunga libraries. Organized by Bellingen Community Arts Council Enquiries: Tel 02 6655 9222 Website www.bellingen.com/artscouncil
Closing 28 August
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