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Just 29 companies receive 59% of Australia Council funding. Artists are calling for a change

Today, the Daily Review published an open letter with more than 700 signatures addressing the meeting of cultural ministers, which convenes this Friday. Tags: dripfeed_critical_policy

On arts and irrigation funding | Daily Review: Film, stage and music reviews, interviews and more.

Mid-winter, almost two-thirds of the population of Australia’s small-medium arts sector found itself gasping for air on the dry banks of Australia’s river system of public arts funding. On arts and irrigation funding https://t.co/eEbruSjmne Tags: Twitter…

The Wire

A report from Diversity Arts Australia has revealed a surprising trend in cultural representation in Australian visual and performing art. The organisation hopes the new report will inspire change long called for by diversity activists.” Tags:…

Who’s who on the NSW Government’s funding boards

“Sydney Festival artistic director Wesley Enoch, millionaire philanthropist Simon Mordant, books presenter Jennifer Byrne and former ballerina Lucinda Dunn are among a who’s who of leading arts professionals who will be given a say in the…

Australia’s creative industry is shockingly white. Don’t be discouraged | Beverley Wang | Culture | The Guardian

“Like me, be disturbed but not discouraged. Be challenged, activated and reflective. Have hard conversations, set goals, take risks and appoint new gatekeepers. Resolve to put these recommended changes in place and support their retention. Because…

Arts sector pays lip service to cultural diversity

“More than half of the nation’s museums, music and opera companies, screen and theatre companies have no people of diverse cultural or linguistic heritage among their board members, award panels and executives.” Tags: dripfeed_critical_policy

The Cost of Art – RN Arts – ABC Radio National (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

Most artists struggle to make ends meet. They often do it – whether it’s visual art, literature, performing arts, filmmaking or music – for the love of it, whilst juggling other jobs. One of the best…

Why we need a bold national vision for culture and creativity | ArtsHub Australia

“With a new Federal Minister for the Arts, Andy Miller thinks it is time for a bigger vision for our creative sector including First Nations representation, deeper education and involvement at all levels of government. “…

Who has the right to decide what art is made in Australia? Apparently not artists | Esther Anatolitis | Culture | The Guardian

How does public investment in the arts shape our culture? And why should we care? Tags: dripfeed_critical_policy

The arts funding divide between the haves and have nots is counter-intuitive, poor business and immoral | Daily Review: Film, stage and music reviews, interviews and more.

“Last week I attended the Melbourne chapter of the Australia Council’s national consultation on the strengthening and enhancement of the Major Performing Arts Framework. I came away with a mix of emotions that a week later…

Arts has Hijacked Culture: Scott Rankin

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Ministerial meddling in arts funding met by sector outrage | ArtsHub Australia

“NSW Arts Minister Don Harwin allegedly went against Create NSW recommendations and reallocated $404,000 in funding, earmarked for 11 organisations and artists, towards a single pet project. “ Tags: dripfeed_critical_policy

Norway, with the same population as Sydney, devotes billions to arts each year

“Want to feel even more embarrassed about the Australian Government’s approach to culture? Go to Norway. jIn 2016 as part of its National Budget, the Norwegian government devoted a total 13.5 billion Norwegian Kroner to arts…

“It’s An Insult, Yes”: Okwui Enwezor on his Ignominious Farewell from Munich – Frontpage – e-flux conversations

“It’s an insult, yes. I am almost perplexed. The achievements and successes of seven years are swept under the rug. I have worked with passion to raise the profile of this museum, especially internationally. We have…

Is the Way Australia Funds the Arts a Recipe for Mediocrity? – The New York Times

“Last year, Australia had the second highest wealth per adult in the world — around $402,600 — just behind Switzerland, according to a report from the bank Credit Suisse, which showed a steep rise unmatched by…

What’s the value of culture? – Late Night Live – ABC Radio National (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

“By reducing everything, including culture, to its material worth, we have diminished the idea of ‘value’ argue the authors of a new book. “ Tags: dripfeed_critical_policy

Top 10 tips for touring internationally – Theatre and Dance

“Build trust, challenge your assumptions and embrace new experiences. As the Edinburgh Festivals kick off, the British Council’s very own Andrew Jones shares some expert advice for performing arts companies seeking international opportunities “ Tags: dripfeed_critical_policy

An Accessibility Manifesto for the Arts – Canadian Art

“Let’s try thinking of accessibility as a creative, long-term process. It’s not just about the built environment, but about ideas of agency and power “ Tags: dripfeed_critical_policy