Future of the arts - SAMAG https://www.samag.org/topics/future-of-the-arts/ Sydney Arts Management Advisory Group Tue, 22 Apr 2025 03:07:06 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 Funding The Future https://www.samag.org/sydney-arts-event/funding-the-future/ Tue, 29 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +0000 https://www.samag.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=3636 Five years after the pandemic, arts workers, creatives, and organisations are still navigating Australia’s shifting funding landscape. How can we build sustainable financial models beyond traditional grants? Join us for a timely panel discussion on diversifying income streams, ethical fundraising, and long-term donor engagement. Our expert panel will explore: Strategies for securing private donations, sponsorships, and crowdfunding Building meaningful, long-term relationships with donors and corporate partners Grant writing insights to boost funding success Ethical considerations […]

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]]> Brave New World: Chris Keely explores the future of the creative and cultural sector in Australia. Copy https://www.samag.org/sydney-arts-event/brave-new-world-chris-keely-explores-the-future-of-the-creative-and-cultural-sector-in-australia-copy/ Mon, 20 Apr 2020 08:30:00 +0000 https://www.samag.org/sydney-arts-event/brave-new-world-chris-keely-explores-the-future-of-the-creative-and-cultural-sector-in-australia-copy/ Join SAMAG and Executive Director of Create NSW, Chris Keely as he reflects on this ‘brave new world’ of social distancing and stay at home culture, and what it means for the future of the creative and cultural sector in NSW and Australia.  This webinar will be an ‘in conversation style’ discussion moderated by Anne Maria Nicholson – Anne Maria is the former National ABCTV arts reporter and an expert interviewer. She sits on the board […]

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]]> A New Sector: Transforming Working in the Arts https://www.samag.org/sydney-arts-event/a-new-sector-transforming-working-in-the-arts/ Sat, 23 Sep 2023 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.samag.org/sydney-arts-event/transforming-organisation-and-sector-mapping-the-path-forward-copy/ Book Ticket via Eventbrite here* For the last event of a SAMAG mini series on the theme of transformation we will discuss the changing landscape of professional arts administration and leadership with key voices in the field. Please join facilitator and artist Kalanjay Dhir, the CEO of CuriousWorks – Kiriaki Zakinthinos, Director of Bankstown Arts Centre – Rachael Kiang, and Director of Penrith Regional Gallery – Toby Chapman for a jam-packed, audience-engaged conversation. The discussion […]

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]]> Transforming Organisation and Sector: Mapping the path forward https://www.samag.org/sydney-arts-event/transforming-organisation-and-sector-mapping-the-path-forward/ Thu, 08 Jun 2023 01:30:00 +0000 https://www.samag.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=3246 This event is part of Remix 2023   – ticketing is via Remix Sydney 2023  The global arts and culture sector is currently having a pivotal moment – looking to address long-term strategy, sustainability and growth. So what does this mean in Australia?  What are the questions we should be asking for our contexts? Through this interactive workshop, SAMAG will build on the learning from their sector-wide survey to shed light on some important questions: What […]

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]]> Transforming Organisation and Sector: SAMAG’s evolution post-pandemic https://www.samag.org/sydney-arts-event/transforming-organisation-and-sector-samags-evolution-post-pandemic-2/ Wed, 07 Jun 2023 08:30:00 +0000 https://www.samag.org/sydney-arts-event/transforming-organisation-and-sector-samags-evolution-post-pandemic-2/ Transforming Organisation and Sector: SAMAG’s evolution post-pandemic In the first in a SAMAG mini series on the theme of transformation and will look in particular at the driving force of data behind change. Join Bianca Mulet of Patternmakers, Ben Grill, Founder of The Insights Grill, and longtime SAMAG Member Jacqueline Cosgrove to dissect, challenge and discuss what it takes for an organisation in the Australian arts sector to transform. Join us in first event in […]

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]]> Exploring NAVA’s Code of Practice https://www.samag.org/sydney-arts-event/3102/ Mon, 26 Sep 2022 08:30:00 +0000 https://www.samag.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=3102 The National Association for the Visual Arts will release the completely revised Code of Practice for Visual Arts, Craft and Design this September. Following a three-year collaborative approach, the new Code sets out equitable, ethical and self-reflective standards for the professional Australian contemporary arts sector. SAMAG will bring together a dynamic panel to explore the updated Code; delving into what is new as well as how the Code can be a valuable asset to artists and arts workers. The panel will also discuss the approach behind this revision, and why transparency and collaboration are a cornerstone of this living industry resource. SAMAG committee member and creative producer Lizzie Crouch will facilitate a panel of Penelope Benton, NAVA Executive Director, artist and researcher, Helen Pynor, and Code writers

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]]> AGNSW X SAMAG – Youth in the Arts: Building a career in the creative industries https://www.samag.org/sydney-arts-event/agnsw-x-samag-youth-in-the-arts-building-a-career-in-the-creative-industries/ Wed, 27 Jul 2022 08:30:00 +0000 https://www.samag.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=3046 Join us for a special event in collaboration with the Art Gallery of NSW to discuss the future of creative careers. Hear from young and emerging practitioners about their concerns, hopes and aspirations. Annette Madden, Head of Theatre at the Australia Council for the Arts will chair this discussion about community, pathways, mentorships and development for young people in the arts alongside sector leaders and independent young creatives. Guest panellists include  Jess Scully, Deputy Lord […]

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]]> Campaign Musings: What’s the vision for Arts and Culture? https://www.samag.org/sydney-arts-event/campaign-musings-whats-the-vision-for-arts-and-culture/ Mon, 16 May 2022 08:30:00 +0000 https://www.samag.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=3027 In the final week of the election campaign, we checked in with leading thinkers and advocates to assess competing visions for Australia’s future. What arts and cultural policy announcements have been made? What’s missing, what’s urgently needed, and what can we achieve before election day? Guest moderator Esther Anatolitis and panellists Joshua Lowe from Theatre Networks Australia, Angela Flynn from Ilbijerri Theatre, writer Lauren Carroll Harris, Arts Manager Jeremy Smith and Artist and Facilitator, Paul […]

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]]> Preparing a cultural policy scorecard – Arts and Cultural Funding Policy in the federal election https://www.samag.org/preparing-a-cultural-policy-scorecard-arts-and-cultural-funding-policy-in-the-federal-election/ Tue, 05 Apr 2022 13:11:59 +0000 https://www.samag.org/?p=2994 The Budget is out and a federal election imminent, so how do we as a community get arts and culture onto the political radar? The impacts of the pandemic are far from over for our sector, but the Budget plans to wind down COVID recovery initiatives. We continue to demonstrate the huge public value arts and culture bring to Australia, but that evidence and value continues to be misunderstood or ignored. After nearly a decade […]

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]]> Arts on the Agenda – putting arts and culture on the radar this federal election https://www.samag.org/sydney-arts-event/arts-on-the-agenda-putting-arts-and-culture-on-the-radar-this-federal-election/ Mon, 11 Apr 2022 08:30:00 +0000 https://www.samag.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=2968 The Budget is out and a federal election imminent, so how do we as a community get arts and culture onto the political radar? The impacts of the pandemic are far from over for our sector, but the Budget plans to wind down COVID recovery initiatives. We continue to demonstrate the huge public value arts and culture bring to Australia, but that evidence and value continues to be misunderstood or ignored. What steps can we […]

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