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In an historic milestone ahead of the 2024 Sydney Mardi Gras, Qtopia Sydney officially opened its doors to the public last Friday 23 February, creating a new heart for LGBTQIA+ history, art and culture in the Oxford Street Precinct.
Under the stewardship of Create NSW, the heritage site, which was once the old Darlinghurst Police Station and also served as an administrative office for NSW Health, has been transformed to become Qtopia Sydney. As the new centre for queer history and culture, Qtopia Sydney aims to be a beacon of understanding, acceptance, and pride, honouring the legacy of those who marched in the first Mardi Gras in 1978.
Qtopia Sydney opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 10:30am to 4:30pm. Image: Qtopia exhibition, photo Create NSW
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The 24th Biennale of Sydney, titled Ten Thousand Suns, opens to the public next weekend. Artworks by almost 100 artists and collectives, alongside a dynamic public program, will be presented across the city from 9 March to 10 June 2024.
A major international art festival and the largest contemporary art event of its kind in Australia, the 24th Biennale of Sydney is presented at Art Gallery of NSW Artspace, Chau Chak Wing Museum at the University of Sydney, Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, Sydney Opera House, UNSW Galleries and at the iconic and recently restored White Bay Power Station, which will open its doors to the public for the first time in over 100 years.
All exhibitions, music, food, talks, tours, and performances are free – an experience not to be missed. Image: Ngarrgidj Morr (the proper path to follow) 2022 Darrell Sibosado Photo courtesy of The National Gallery of Australia
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Join the opening celebrations of Powerhouse Castle Hill: a new state of the art building housing Powerhouse collections and supporting research, conservation and programs. It was designed by Lahznimmo Architects, built by Taylor Construction and made possible through a transformative investment by the NSW Government through Create NSW.
The opening weekend 23-24 March will feature the premiere of First Nations exhibition Alchemy, artist talks, architectural tours and masterclasses.
Australian-born architectural photographer Rory Gardiner created a photographic essay of the building’s construction Lifespan of a buildingImage: Powerhouse Castle Hill, Photography by Rory Gardiner
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Two newly-delivered cultural infrastructure projects funded by Create NSW have been named among the strong field of architectural projects in the NSW Architecture Awards 2024.
The Gunnery Transformation – Dunn Hillam Architecture and Urban Design (pictured) is nominated in three categories:
- Interior Architecture
- Heritage Architecture
- EmAGN Project Award
Powerhouse Castle Hill – Lahznimmo Architects has been nominated in the category:
The NSW awards will be announced on 28 June. Image: The Gunnery Artspace main galleries. Photo: Katherine Lu
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Emily Collins has been appointed the Head of Sound NSW following a competitive recruitment process. With the support and governance of the Sound NSW Advisory Board, Emily will drive the development of a 10-year strategy to support the sector and deliver targeted programs and initiatives to benefit music artists and audiences. Emily’s permanent appointment follows a six-month tenure as Interim Head of Sound NSW.
The Sound NSW Advisory Board comprising artists and industry representatives held its first meeting on 29 February. The 12-strong Advisory Board and is now complete with the final appointments of three new members – Jane Slingo, Kristy Peters (KLP), and Tanya Ali joining Vyvienne Abla, Tyla Dombroski, Jessica Ducrou (Chair), Annabelle Herd, Matthew Jeffrey, Lucy Joseph, Tim Leha, Dean Ormston, John Watson (Deputy Chair). Emily Collins, Head of Sound NSW (left) and the Sound NSW Advisory Board members
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Sign up for the Sound NSW monthly enews to stay up-to-date on events, opportunities and latest news.
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Congratulations to the 17 winners for Screen NSW-supported productions at this year’s Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) Awards.
Notable wins included four awards for Warwick Thornton's The New Boy, including Best Lead Actor in Film for Aswan Reid, and The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart which also took home four awards, including Best Miniseries.
Productions supported by Screen NSW had 100 nominations over 43 categories across both AACTA Awards ceremonies. Image: L-R: Kyas Hepworth (Screen NSW), Deirdre Brennan (Screen Australia), Kate Marks (AusFilm) & Caroline Pitcher (VicScreen), AACTA Awards Ceremony |
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South by Southwest Sydney is returning 14-20 October.
This week-long event connects the world’s leading creatives and celebrates the convergence of everything tech, gaming, music and screen.
Now is your chance to bring something incredible to the SXSW Sydney 2024 program and share your ideas with the world.
Submissions are open now for Conference Speakers through Session Select, as well as their Music, Screen and Games Festivals. Image: SXSW Sydney launch 2023. Photo: Jess Gleeson
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The Createability Internship program supports paid internships for up to 10 creative practitioners with disability or who are d/Deaf with some of NSW’s leading arts and screen organisations across NSW, including regional NSW, metropolitan Sydney and Western Sydney. Applications close Monday 11 March 2024.
The program is funded and delivered by Create NSW and Screen NSW in partnership with Accessible Arts which provides customised training and support to all successful interns. Join our online information webinar on Monday 4 March at 12:30pm to learn more. Image: Createability Interns Kristi Archer at Sydney Theatre Company & Samantha Tindall at ABC. Photo: Hannah Mercurio.
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Early career musicians, producers, composers and groups from Western Sydney – don’t miss the chance to apply for 2024 Generations – Western Sydney Music (Early Career) Fellowship.
Three early-career musicians will receive $25,000 and valuable in-kind mentoring from industry pros and studio space in Blacktown Arts Centre during a 6-month residency. Applications close 5pm Monday 4 March.
The Generations Fellowship is proudly supported by Create NSW, Powerhouse in partnership with Blacktown Arts and Vyva Entertainment.
Image: 2023 Generations Fellows PA777IENCE (left) photo by Danny Draxx. SOLLYY (right) image courtesy Powerhouse
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Emerging to mid-level NSW screen creatives are invited to apply for Screen NSW’s Short to Feature Fast Track initiative.
Returning in 2024 for its second year, the initiative will support up to five creative teams with funding and guidance to develop a short film or proof of concept production, and to further develop the concept into a low-budget feature film.
Apply by Thursday 28 March 2024 Image: Luna And The Brain Tuna shot on Stage 7 at Disney Studios, Lucca Barone-Peters, Leah Purcell Credit Ravyna Jassani |
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Calling all artists and cultural workers: You’re invited you to apply for a Churchill Fellowship to travel overseas for four to eight weeks to explore a topic or issue that you’re passionate about and share the knowledge you gain when you return.
For nearly 60 years, the Winston Churchill Trust has flown talented Australians around the globe to pursue their passion and bring their knowledge home. Churchill Fellows are people from all walks of life and all sectors.
Previous Churchill Fellowship recipients include Dr Caroline Butler-Bowdon, State Librarian of NSW. Read Dr Butler-Bowdon’s fellowship report.
Applications close 1 May 5.00pm AEST 2024.
Image: Petah Cavallaro - Churchill Fellow Photo courtesy Winston Churchill Trust
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Did you know Service NSW Business Connect offers free, independent, tailored business advice for NSW businesses (including sole traders with an ABN)?
Business Connect advisors, including specialist creative experts can provide you up to 8 hours of free, tailored business advice in one-on-one sessions. For anyone needing more focused advice, Creative Plus Business offers Mini Business Plan sessions as part of the Business Connect program.
You can also attend free events, webinars or access online resources for practical tips and industry guidance.
Upcoming events include:
- Creating your artist statement – Online webinar 11 March, 6-7pm Register
- Funding guidelines for creatives – Online webinar 13 March, 6-8pm Register
- Networking tips for creatives – Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, Penrith 1 May 5-8pm Register
Did you know Service NSW Business Connect offers free, independent, tailored business advice for NSW businesses (including sole traders with an ABN)?
Business Connect advisors, including specialist creative experts can provide you up to 8 hours of free, tailored business advice in one-on-one sessions. For anyone needing more focused advice, Creative Plus Business offers Mini Business Plan sessions as part of the Business Connect program. Read more
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Saltwater Freshwater Arts 2023 is a biennial touring exhibition combining the Saltwater Freshwater Aboriginal Art Award and contemporary cultural objects exhibition.
- Port Macquarie - Glasshouse Regional Gallery until 31 March
- Coffs Harbour - Yarrila Arts and Museum (YAM) 31 May – 30 June.
The SWFW 2023 regional tour is funded by Create NSW through the Regional Arts Touring program.
Image: Saltwater Freshwater 2021 exhibition, Glasshouse Regional Gallery
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The Archibald Prize 2023 regional tour, curated by Anne Ryan, continues to travel throughout NSW.
- Goulburn Regional Art Gallery | Until 3 March 2024
- Hawkesbury Regional Gallery | 15 March – 28 April 2024
- Tamworth Regional Gallery | 10 May – 23 June 2024
- Glasshouse Port Macquarie | 5 July – 18 August 2024
Don't miss it! Image: Julia Gutman with her winning work Head in the sky feet on the ground Photo courtesy Art Gallery of NSW
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Supported by Screen NSW, Queer Screen’s 31st Mardi Gras Film Festival (MGFF24) is streaming on-demand until 11 March.
MGFF24 will screen an epic 161 films and events spread across 77 unique programs, including the Sydney première of British neo-noir thriller FEMME, a fierce psychodrama featuring phenomenal performances from Misfits star Nathan Stewart-Jarrett and George MacKay ( Pride, 1917), about a drag star seeking revenge following a homophobic attack. |
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The Department of Enterprise, Investment and Trade acknowledges we live and work on Aboriginal land and recognises the strength, resilience and capacity of First Nations Australians. We also acknowledge all of the traditional owners of the land in NSW, and pay respect to First Nations Elders, past and present. Screen NSW is part of the Department of Enterprise, Investment and Trade (DEIT).
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