The Malinauskas Labor Government is injecting $1.1 million into bolstering the local arts scene in South Australia through the latest round of Arts and Culture Grants. This commitment fulfils the pledge made during the election to allocate an additional $1 million for supporting local artists.
A total of 58 grants will be distributed to artists in South Australia covering various domains such as literature, visual arts, craft, design, and performing arts. These grants will facilitate collaborations between professional artists and communities, fostering creativity and cultural engagement.
These grants will not only fuel artistic endeavours but also serve as catalysts for job creation. A total of 394 artists, 183 arts workers, and 44 support workers will benefit from these initiatives, enriching the cultural landscape while providing economic opportunities.
“The Malinauskas Government is committed to supporting South Australian artists to bring new projects to life and we’re investing more than $1 million in this funding round alone,” Andrea Michaels, Minister for Arts said.
“On top of the incredible cultural value the sector continually brings to enrich our state, the economic activity and employment opportunities that flow from supporting arts practitioners are clear with more than 600 jobs created through these projects.”
In line with the commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in the arts, the allocation of grants reflects a concerted effort to engage with various communities:
- 16% of projects will be led by First Nations artists, with 24% involving First Nations people.
- 26% of projects will involve deaf or disabled individuals.
- 43% of projects will include artists and participants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
- 24% of projects will engage regional and/or remote participants.
Among the notable grants awarded, Beacon Studios secured a Triennial Project grant of $120,000 for the development of “GNOSIS,” a groundbreaking fusion of holographic technology and contemporary dance. This innovative work is slated to premiere at the 2025 Illuminate Adelaide Festival.
Lewis Major Projects received a Touring Support grant of $42,375 to present a triple bill in London in April/May 2024 and embark on a national tour in August 2024 featuring “Little Murmur,” a dance production tailored for children.
Furthermore, Soundstream, in collaboration with the Pukatja and Titjikala communities, received an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Project grant of $14,991. This initiative will facilitate a music workshop for senior women with the Inarma Choir in the Northern Territory, aiming to preserve cultural heritage and traditions for future generations.
These supported projects will not be confined to local venues but will span across metropolitan Adelaide, regional South Australia, as well as interstate and international locations, amplifying the reach and impact of South Australian creativity on a global scale.
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