Our Government is a strong supporter of the many arts organisations that operate across Tasmania, both large and small.
A strong and varied network of arts organisations is vital to ensuring the overall vibrancy and viability of our cultural and creative community, and to building Tasmania’s reputation as the home of a thriving arts sector.
I am pleased to announce that 27 arts organisations will share in grant funds of more than $3.7 million through Arts Tasmania’s recent funding rounds, to deliver high-quality activities across Tasmania throughout 2023.
Funded activities will provide invaluable paid employment and professional development opportunities for more than 900 artists and arts workers, connect our local communities through storytelling, and create works that challenge and inspire audiences across the State.
Supported organisations include:
Organisations with existing multi-year funding agreements in place for activities in 2023 include Assembly 197, Constance ARI and Terrapin Puppet Theatre Ltd.
This round also sees support given to five organisations delivering activities for young people in 2023, including the Tasmanian Youth Orchestra, DRILL Performance Company and the Cygnet Community Arts Council.
For the full list of organisations supported through this round and all multi-year agreements in place, see the Arts Tasmania website: www.arts.tas.gov.au
Funding recommendations were made by independent expert peers drawn from the Cultural and Creative Industries Expert Register in accordance with the Creative and Cultural Industries Act 2017.