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National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA) (more info)
The National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA) has been established as a centre of teaching excellence for professional training in the circus arts. The site has information about the courses offered, the current newsletter and current activities.
National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) (more info)
Australia's national theatre school, a centre of excellence in training for theatre, film or television, providing professional training for people wishing to work as actors, directors, designers, stage managers, scenery, costume or properties makers...
Oorala Aboriginal Centre (more info)
The Oorala Aboriginal Centre is located at the University of New England in Armidale, New South Wales. It provides personal academic support and social activities for indigenous Australian students, both internal and external. On the Oorala Aborigina...
Open Channel is an entry point to the film, television and multimedia industries where emerging filmmakers and screen practitioners can gain experience and acquire skills. It provides support services and facilities for filmmakers and community group...
Australian Directory and eZine for University Students. Sections include Uni Life, Time Out (Entertainment), Study Resources, After Uni. Free services; Tutors Database, Online Organiser and Noticeboards.
Puppetry Australia (more info)
This is a place where as many elements of the Australian puppetry world that can be found, have been drawn together. Easy to use this is a valuable resource for anyone that has an interest in puppetry in Australia.
Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University (more info)
The Queensland Conservatorium at Griffith University was established in 1957. Today it aims to be at the forefront of contemporary music education. On the Queensland Conservatorium website there is a brief overview, information about the director an...
Regional Arts NSW is the peak body for the arts and community cultural development in regional, rural and remote New South Wales. In collaboration with individuals, community organisations, government and other agencies at the local, regional and sta...
Regional Arts Victoria (RAV) (more info)
Regional Arts Victoria (RAV) facilitates and celebrates community cultural development and the arts in outer metropolitan, regional and rural Victoria.
Signal is a collaboration between the Australia Council, ABC Online and Regional Arts Australia. The aim of the project is to: . Assist in identifying arts activities around Australia; . Enable artists and arts organisations to piece together ...
Sydney Dance Company (SDC) (more info)
Sydney Dance Company is today regarded as Australia's leading contemporary dance company. The company is led by Artistic Director and resident choreographer Graeme Murphy.The website includes information on the current season, the performers, how to ...
Sydney Japan Exchange Teaching Alumni Association (more info)
Sydney JETAA promote and foster Japanese/Australian cultural exchange, assist with and facilitate personnel recruitment for the JET Programme and provide support and assistance to new JET returnees.
Symphony Australia (more info)
Symphony Australia supports orchestral music in Australia and manages a national Artist Development program, which commissions Australian music and fosters Australian talent. The website, aims to promote and develop orchestral music throughout Austra...
The Centre for Cross-Cultural Research (more info)
This website contains information about the Centre for Cross-Cultural Research, the first Special Research Centre to be established in the humanities at the Australian National University. The website provides an outline of activities, press releases...
The Helpmann Academy for the Visual and Performing Arts (more info)
The Helpmann Academy is a partnership of all the tertiary arts training schools in South Australia and is focussed on training young people for professional careers in the arts. On the Helpmann Academy website you can find information on the latest n...
The Wolanski Foundation (more info)
Performing Arts information. The Wolanski Foundation facilitates management, presentation and appreciation of the performing arts. Established in October 1998, it builds on the work of the Dennis Wolanski Library of the Performing Arts, operated by...
The Worldwide Art Gallery (more info)
The Worldwide Art Gallery aims to give Australian and international artists a forum in which to display their work. The site has a virtual gallery, an art education centre and a professional directory.
Tribal Warrior Association Inc (more info)
A non-profit community organisation dedicated to training disadvantaged Aboriginal youth in commercial maritime qualifications on board the vessel Tribal Warrior. The website provides information on vessels, cruises offered, access to gallery and mor...
The Underwater World website provides information about the complex, including the education programs it runs, the kids club, visiting the complex and the various functions that can be held at the complex.
Verve - Knowledge and Skills (more info)
Verve is the industry training advisory board (ITAB) for the arts and culture, and sport and recreation sectors in Victoria, Australia. Verve's role is to be a key source of knowledge and skill development for these sectors and to act as a facilitato...
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