The national guidelines for COVID-Safe Theatres, prepared by PAC Australia, are now available. You can download the document in full here. We have accelerated the process of delivering these guidelines from the other frameworks and resources that LPA will be delivering, as we understand that many venues...
Read MoreNot only has the format of PAC Australia’s annual event changed this year, but so have applications for artists and producers to “pitch”. And we use " " because it isn't really a pitch - it's an opportunity to update the sector on your organisation...
Read MoreFollowing from our recent announcement that APAX 2020 would be moving online, we're excited to open applications to present at APAX 2020! Our new APAX 2020 website is now live and will be updated regularly - you can find all the application information right here. You can...
Read MoreToday PAC Australia announced the 2020 Australian Performing Arts Exchange, to be held at NIDA in Sydney in September, would be shifting to an online format due to the impact of COVID-19. Though a difficult decision, PAC Australia is excited to have the opportunity to present...
Read MoreOn 7/5/2020, PAC Australia polled our presenter members as to their programming intentions in 2021/2022 in the wake of COVID-19. Though it is still difficult to measure the full impact, we thank the presenters who have participated in the poll so far. You can view the results...
Read MoreThe disturbing news that Australia’s largest multi-arts centre Carriageworks has entered into voluntary administration is cause for alarm across the sector and demonstrates the real risk of broad and permanent venue closures across the country unless the government provides direct support. Performing arts centres will be...
Read MoreThe information supplied was last updated 23-12-2020. FEDERAL On 27 August 2020, the Federal Government announced an additional $3.1 million to expand mental health and wellbeing services available through the Ahead for Business initiative to ensure small business owners and their staff can access support and resources. The federal...
Read MoreThe Federal Government has committed $27m in support for the arts sector. The media release from the Minister’s office is here. The Government is providing: $10 million to help regional artists and organisations develop new work and explore new delivery models. The funding will be delivered through...
Read MorePAC Australia and Culture Counts have released an Impact Survey to assess the extent and true nature of COVID-19's impact on our industry. This survey is for everyone – not just venues/presenters. Data we receive through these means enables us to argue the case for more, critical...
Read MoreTO The Hon Scott Morrison MP Prime Minister The Hon Michael McCormack MP Deputy Prime Minister, Minister for Regional Development Thursday 26 March 2020 Dear Prime Minister, At this most debilitating time in Australia’s cultural life, our creative, cultural and entertainment industries require urgent support to ensure that jobs and infrastructure survive...
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