Issues related to Arts and Heritage

Public Forum: Theatre in the ACT Strategic Directions Statement 2010-2013 (23 March 2010)

An information forum on the Theatre in the ACT Strategic Directions Statement 2010- 2013 will be held at 6.00pm on Tuesday 23 March at The Street Theatre. Members of the Theatre Working Group will be in attendance to discuss the development of the Statement and what it means for the theatre sector and the ACT community. RSVP to artsACT on 6207 2384. The Theatre Statement can be obtained from at www.arts.act.gov.au or by contacting artsACT on 02 6207 2384.

Consultation: Review of ACT Government Events and Festivals

The ACT Government has engaged Peter Loxton and Associates Pty Ltd to review the ACT Government’s events and festivals. This review will provide the opportunity to explore the economic and social potential of events to the ACT and identify a unified vision for events and festivals in Canberra that reflects the essence of Canberra’s values, attributes, and experiences. It will also consider Government and business partnerships, as well as the most effective organisational arrangements for delivering the ACT Government’s events and festivals strategies. If you are involved in the events and festivals sector and are interested in attending a Stakeholder …

Call for applications: 2010-2011 ACT Heritage Grants Program (closing 07 May 2010)

The ACT Heritage Grants Program assists the community in conserving and promoting the heritage of the ACT. Applications for the 2010-2011 round are open to individuals, community groups and incorporated non-profit or private organisations. Information and application forms can be obtained by phoning 6207 2160 or by visiting www.tams.act.gov.au/live Applications close 5.00pm on Friday 7 May 2010.

National Multicultural Festival 2010 (5-7 February 2010)

The National Multicultural Festival 2010 opens on Friday, 5 February 2010 in Garema Place with a spectacular Global Concert staring Deni Hines, Melinda Schneider, Paulini and Emma Donovan. In an Australian debut they will present Mura Wakay — a celebration of Australia’s rich culture and song. All the festival favourites will be presented free in Civic — the Global Concert and Night Markets; the Fyshwick Freshfood Markets Food and Dance Spectacular; the Pacific Island Showcase; Carnival in the City; ActewAGL’s Contact Canberra; the Greek Glendi; ACTTAB Chinese New Year in the City; and India in the City. Get all the …

Canberra Times: NCA faces roasting over ASIO HQ

Tonight, 26 November 2009 the National Capital Authority will hold a public forum (at Parliament House) to provide an opportunity to begin a continuing dialogue about planning in Canberra and ensuring Canberra’s “place” as the national capital. The Canberra Times is reporting that despite the issuing of a formal order of proceedings, the ASIO building is likely to be the main topic of discussion at the meeting with many angry Campbell residents intenting to demand answers from the NCA about its overall involvement in the project. The Canberra Times article has been reproduced below:

Strange Weather Gospel Choir: "Coming of Age Concert" (21 November 2009)

The Strange Weather Gospel Choir is a non-religious community choir in Canberra consisting of over 60 singers whose passion and love for music are sure to inspire and move audiences. The Choir’s unique sound and exuberance have seen it grow to become a very popular Choir in this region. The Strange Weather Gospel Choir has announced its “Coming of Age” concert at Llewellyn Hall, Canberra School of Music on Saturday 21st November 2009. Celebrating 14 years since its establishment which encompasses more than thirty major concerts and performances, the concert will mark a new cycle in the choir’s growth. The …