December 2020
Community Benefit Fund – Minor Community Grants
Minor community grants aims to improve the capacity of not-for-profit organisations to provide services, leisure activities and opportunities to Territorians. Eligible organisations can apply for amounts up to $15,000. Current Priorities: Priority 1 Applications from grass roots organisations that have limited ability to source funding from other sources. Priority 2 Applications that will provide an ongoing community benefit beyond the period of the grant funding. Application Information: Applications for funding can be lodged all year round. Applications will be assessed…
Find out more »Portrait of a Senior Territorian Art Award 2020
Presented by Araluen Arts Centre The Portrait of a Senior Territorian Art Award recognises and celebrates the achievements and contributions that senior Territorians have made within our community. Now in its 21st year, the Portrait of a Senior Territorian Art Award continues to foster excellence and creativity in the art of portraiture by artists who are residents of the Northern Territory. View the exhibition online here Image: Robyn Frances, John, 2020, oil on canvas, 46 x 46cm. Winner of the Portrait of…
Find out more »February 2021
Alice Upcycle Art Prize – entries now open
Alice Springs Town Council is excited to announce the inaugural Alice Upcycle Art Prize! This addition to the Alice Springs arts calendar is an initiative from Council’s Climate Action Plan that celebrates artistic innovation whilst promoting environmental awareness. As a sculptural exhibition and art prize, the program will showcase the creativity and sculptural artworks of Central Australian artists, working with recycled and repurposed materials at a time where reducing, reusing and recycling is more important than ever before. The exhibition venue…
Find out more »Public Art EOI opportunity
Alice Springs Town Council invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from suitably experienced and qualified artists to undertake the development of a mural on the front walls of the Alice Springs Aquatic and Leisure Centre (ASALC). Sporting and outdoor activities are a big part of living in Central Australia. ASALC provides not only a space for a range of recreational activities, swimming and sport, but a place for the broader community to meet, and enjoy the water and outdoors. There have recently been…
Find out more »Tangentyere Artists Studio Facilitator
Tangentyere Artists is seeking are seeking a Studio Facilitator to work with Town Camp Artists. The Studio Facilitator is responsible for the day to day running of the on-site studio, and for identifying and implementing specific arts workshops, which enhance artistic practice and related skill and product development, at Tangentyere Artists studio and at Town Camp Community Centres. The position will also provide support when required, for scheduled events such as exhibition openings and art fairs and assist with the…
Find out more »The Chelsea International Photography Competition 2020-2021
The Chelsea International Photography Competition celebrates gifted, notable, and fresh talents in the world of photography. Professional and amateur photographers, at any stage of their careers, are invited to participate in the competition to be discovered and promoted professionally in the heart of New York’s art district. With awards valued at more than $55,000, the CIPC aims to promote extraordinary and innovative art. The 2020 Chelsea International Photography Competition is currently accepting entries until April 13th, 2021. Results are announced…
Find out more »Travelling Film Festival Alice Springs
Travelling Film Festival (TFF), the regional tour of Sydney Film Festival, will return to Alice Springs from 26 Feb—1 March 2021 at Alice Springs Cinema. The program will showcase eight acclaimed feature films, two superb documentaries and four exceptional Australian short films, direct from last year’s Sydney Film Festival and other major international festivals. Headlining the programme is Firestarter: The Story of Bangarra, the brand new Australian documentary that explores the rise of a small Australian company to a world…
Find out more »‘Kutja Malla Manttara – Collecting (Bush foods) in cloths’ exhibition
RAFT's first exhibition of the year features Iltja Ntjarra Many Hands Art Centre artists: Hubert Pareroultja Reinhold Inkamala Vanessa Inkamala Clara Inkamala Noreen Hudson Benita Clements Kathleen France Mervyn Rubuntja Selma Coulthard EXHIBITION OPENING Saturday 27th February at 11am EXHIBITION RUNS 27 Feb - 20 March 2021 GALLERY HOURS Tues-Fri 10am-4pm Sat 10am-2pm As their first project after the 2020 COVID19 lockdown, Iltja Ntjarra artists decided to explore further the circle skirt concept from 2017. Supported by Brigida Alberti from…
Find out more »March 2021
Australia Council – Arts Projects Organisations
About the program This program funds a range of activities that deliver benefits to the arts sector and wider public, including national and international audiences. Organisations that undertake arts programs, projects or that provide services to artists are welcome to apply. Organisations can propose a single project, a suite of projects or annual programs of activity. Grants are available from $20,000 to $100,000. Supported activities must last no longer than two years from the proposed start date. The next closing…
Find out more »Australia Council – Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups
This program funds a range of activities that deliver benefits to the arts sector and wider public, including national and international audiences. Grants are available from $10,000 to $50,000. Supported activities must last no longer than two years from the proposed start date. The next closing date is Tuesday 2 March 2021 for projects starting after 1 June 2021. The round closes at 3pm AEDT on the closing date. Application forms will be available at least six weeks before the closing date. click…
Find out more »Australia Council – Playing Australia
About the program The Regional Performing Arts Touring program (Playing Australia) supports performing arts to reach regional and remote communities across Australia. Grants are available to support the net touring and other designated costs associated with tours. There is no limit on the amount that can be requested. Key dates The next closing dates are: Tuesday 2 March 2021 for projects starting after 1 June 2021 The rounds close at 3pm AEDT on the closing date. Please note: To apply you must be…
Find out more »Gentle Exercise & Movement
Movement for all. A gentle seated movement and exercise class for older people experiencing physical and memory decline. Tuesdays in February and March - 10am to 11am- Andy McNeill Room Bookings essential. Phone DAS to book your place 08 89531422
Find out more »Kate Ceberano – Up Close and Personal
Presented by Araluen Arts Centre and HIT Productions All the hits! Fronting pop funk band ‘I’m Talking’, Kate notched up 5 consecutive hit singles and a Platinum debut album. The year was 1986 and Michael Hutchence from INXS won Most Popular Male Artist and Kate won Most Popular Female Artist at the Countdown Awards. Kate has barely drawn breath since, racking up 28 albums over 35 years whilst effortlessly moving around genres. With 3 x ARIA awards and 7 nominations…
Find out more »From Australia: An Accumulation Exhibition Opening
From Australia: An Accumulation is an imagining of Australian nationalism made through drawing, printmaking, community-engaged workshops, publications and exhibitions. The project uses the print portfolios produced at the time of the Australian Bicentennial in 1988 as a launching off point. Specifically ‘Aus Australien’, published by Rene Block, and the ‘Bicentennial Portfolio of 25 Australian artists’, published by the Australian Bicentennial Commission. Both have become celebrated time capsules of Australian art and identity. At 2020 and the 250th Anniversary of the…
Find out more »Groundswell: Recent movements within art and territory
A Spark NT exhibition curated by Carmen Ansaldo Presented by Artback NT Opening Saturday 6th March 10am Exhibition until Monday 26th April Contemporary artists are shifting the conceptual focus of their practices to address the intensifying crisis of Australia’s diminishing water supply. Alongside scientists and environmentalists, artists are some of the first responders to this crisis, bearing witness to its effects through their creative expression. Groundswell: recent movements within art and territory showcases a selection of powerful reactions with particular focus on…
Find out more »Cyanotype: Shadow WorkShop with Kelly Lee Hickey
In conjunction with Carmen Ansaldo’s SPARK NT exhibition Groundswell: recent movements within art and territory exhibiting artist Kelly Lee Hickey will be running a cyanotype workshop at Central Craft. What stories of trade and travel are hidden in our everyday items? A teaspoon, a phone, a pair of shoes - these objects have shadow lives filled with other people and other places. Shadow WorkShop blends practical philosophy with hands on creative practice. In this two hour workshop participants will explore their relationship…
Find out more »Small Object Making with Paul Hayes
The use of techniques and materials to manufacture, form and function. Small sculptural objects through to wearable precious objects. This course is intended for those who have no or very little experience in the craft of fine art metal fabrication, that is the use of non-ferrous metals. Demonstration of techniques and discussions of technical components will be presented during the sessions. Historic and contemporary fine art metal examples will be introduced. The aim of this course is for you to be able to gain the…
Find out more »Spread Your Wings
Adventure | France, Norway | French, English and Norwegian with English Subtitles | 2019 Directed by Nicolas Vanier Starring Jean-Paul Rouve, Mélanie Doutey, Louis Vazquez "Inspired by a true story, Spread Your Wings, which mixes fiction and documentary, is also an initiation tale. Forced out of his bubble, the teenager reconnects to the outside world, becomes aware of the beauty and fragility of nature." La Croix Christian is a visionary scientist who studies migrating geese. For his teenage son Thomas, the idea of spending…
Find out more »fabALICE Partner event @ Alice Springs Cinema – Screening of Bohemian Rhapsody
Bohemian Rhapsody is a foot-stomping celebration of the iconic band Queen, their music and their extraordinary lead singer Freddy Mercury, who defied stereotypes and shattered convention to become one of the most beloved entertainers on the planet. Tickets available via Alice Springs Cinema - movie times & tickets
Find out more »Ocean Film Festival 2021
Presented by Adventure Reels The Ocean Film Festival World Tour will inspire you to explore, respect, enjoy, and protect our oceans by sharing the best films from around the globe. Each year the Ocean Film Festival World Tour screens over 2 hours of the most inspirational, educational and entertaining films related to the ocean from independent filmmakers both international and Australian. The Ocean Film Festival World Tour includes a unique selection of films of varying lengths and styles covering topics such as the oceanic environment, marine creatures, ocean-related…
Find out more »Rainbow Flag Raising ceremony @ Alice Springs Police Station
Join in this special occasion alongside the town’s leaders and community members as the Rainbow flag is raised – celebrating the official start of the 2021 fabALICE Festival.
Find out more »fabALICE Street Party – Todd Mall
Join us in the Todd Mall for an evening of Family fun. There is plenty to enjoy including performances by our event Ambassadors Marzi Panne & Miss Ellaneous, the highly entertaining Queens from Drag Territory Vogue Mega queen, Prawn Cracker & Ferocia Coutura and local acts including Fan Fatale and Emma Fulgenzi. Come and help us Colour the Mall in a giant chalk rainbow and join in a workshop with Chalk Artist Sarah Cook. In fabALICE style we will be…
Find out more »Unbroken Land 2021 – Premiere Screening
Incite Arts, Central Australia’s key facilitator of community-engaged arts, is proud to be presenting a free film screening of Unbroken Land 2020 and 2021 at Araluen Arts Centre on March 12. Last year saw the adaptation of our Unbroken Land program from a live event to a virtual program of stunning storytelling through short films. Following this success, we are pleased to present the program of films in a free screening at Araluen Arts Centre on 12 March. This is…
Find out more »fabALICE Partner event – Lip Sync Battle @ Epilogue Rooftop Bar
18+ event Join the mischievous Marzi Panne & Miss Ellaneous for some Lip-Syncing fun! Start rehearsing your fave tune now and get those hairbrush microphones ready. Prizes to be won!
Find out more »DI-VER-CITY FESTIVAL – Free community event
A new and exciting event for fabALICE, DI-VER-CITY FESTIVAL is an all-ages celebration of inclusivity and a safe space for self-expression. Come along and participate in the Drag Queen workshop, including a Q & A session and a bit of fun with some Priscilla dance moves, get your artistic juices flowing and enjoy a screening of Priscilla – Queen of the Desert.
Find out more »fabALICE Carnivale
18+ event Join us for a fabulous night of Drag, Cabaret, dancing and much more under the stars at the Alice Springs Desert Park. A fresh new look for this year’s main event. Bring your dancing shoes and your faaabblous outfits – glam up and join in the fun of the fabALICE atmosphere. Headline act is the only and only Adam Thompson and his fab band. Their set list will have you dancing all night. There is plenty more to…
Find out more »fabALICE Partner event @ Montes – Official fabALICE Carnivale afterparty
18+ event For those wanting to continue partying into the night, Montes will be the place to be. With a live DJ on hand to keep the party going.
Find out more »fabALICE Partner event @ Alice Springs Cinema – Ellie & Abbey
School Captain Ellie is nervous about asking her classmate Abbie to the year 12 formal. Luckily her Aunt Tara, who died back in the 1980’s, comes back from the dead to bestow lots of unsolicited advice. A heartful rom-com with an all star ensemble cast. Tickets available via Alice Springs Cinema - movie times & tickets
Find out more »fabALICE Partner event @ Gapview Hotel – Drag Queen Bingo
Calling all Bingo lovers! Grab your dabbers and party stilettos for the campest afternoon out in Australia! Hosted by our favourite duo Miss Ellaneous + Marzi Panne for the most hilarious game of bingo you will play!
Find out more »fabALICE Partner event @ Gapview Hotel Sunday Recovery Session
Bring your bathers and jump in poolside for a relaxing way to finish fabALICE 2021. Chill out with some fun tunes with our resident DJ.
Find out more »Alice WCO journeying Europe
An orchestra academy weekend with the DSO Chief Conductor Jonathon Tooby culminating in ASWCO's first Araluen Concert with an all European Program. Elgar’s Serenade, John Rutter's Suite Antique, Arvo Pärt and Elena Kats-Chernin. 14th March 2021, 6:30. @ Witchettys, Limited Seating - Tickets via Araluen Box Office, online and @door. $30/$15.
Find out more »Tom Curtain’s “In The West” Tour
The show is entertaining, engaging, educational, family-friendly and interactive. It is also an opportunity for communities to come together, check-in with one another and enjoy some great Australian entertainment. The Show includes: 1 hour of horsemanship and working dog demonstrations including hands-on fun for the kids 1/2 hour live music intermission 1 hour of live music by Tom Curtain and special guests.
Find out more »La Fille mal Gardée
La Fille mal Gardée (The Girl Who Needed Watching) is a romantic comedy revolving around the not so secret couple, Lise and Colas. Unfortunately, the only people their relationship is a secret from is Simone, Lise's mother, the wealthy landowner Thomas and his son Alain whom Simone arranges for Lise to become betrothed to for a large sum of money. Will Lise be able to enjoy the festivities of the harvest with her lover? Will her mother notice? Will Alain find…
Find out more »Bitumen & Dirt – Wayne Eager: 30 Years in the Territory
Developed by Charles Darwin University Art Gallery Opening Friday 26 March Exhibition until Monday 14 June Bitumen & Dirt – Wayne Eager: 30 Years in the Territory is a survey exhibition of paintings and prints by prominent Alice Springs-based artist Wayne Eager. Featuring 78 works from public and private collections around Australia, including the Charles Darwin University Art Collection and the Araluen Art Collection, the exhibition charts Eager’s career since he first arrived in the Northern Territory in 1990. Early observations…
Find out more »Bluey’s Big Play: The Stage Show
Presented by BBC Studios and Andrew Kay in association with QPAC’s Out of The Box and Windmill Theatre Co. This is Bluey’s Big Play! And it’s really for real life! When Dad feels like a little bit of Sunday arvo time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and ingenuity at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. Bluey's Big Play is a brand new theatrical adaptation of the…
Find out more »April 2021
Wide Open Space Festival
After much anticipation, Wide Open Space reveals its 2021 music line-up and it’s a banger. The multi-day festival is excited to announce Australian powerhouse rapper and indigenous hip-hop pioneer, BRIGGS, will be heading to the heartland of Central Australia alongside energetic electro-pop three-piece, HAIKU HANDS. Joining them is genre-bending, world-touring electronic wonderchild Opiuo, future funk band 30/70, and soulful tech/house mystic UOne in live mode with guitarist Western. Along with a full menu of NT and interstate acts from across…
Find out more »May 2021
Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2021
Presented by Adventure Reels The Banff Mountain Film Festival is the most prestigious international film competition and annual presentation of short films and documentaries about mountain culture, sports, and environment. It was launched in 1976 as The Banff Festival of Mountain Films by The Banff Centre and is held every October in Banff, Canada. Approximately 375 films are entered into the film festival annually, and the top 80 films are selected by a pre-screening committee to be shown at the week-long festival in Canada.…
Find out more »Queen Forever – Break Free 2021
Presented by The Music Group “Gareth Hill is Freddie Mercury reborn” Glenn A. Baker Let’s face it – We were all under pressure in 2020 – Soon now it’s time to break free and rock with Australia’s Most Popular Queen Show, Queen Forever. The essence of Queen is captured perfectly by Queen Forever fronted by a stunning portrayal of Freddie Mercury by the very popular Gareth Hill. Combined with Brian May’s unique guitar solos performed superbly by Scott Bastian, rich…
Find out more »2021 Alice’s Longest Luncheon
Alice's premier foodie event is back! Join in this fabulous community event catered for by the local Alice Springs Restaurants, offering their finest menu's to choose from. Our exciting new location at the Olive Pink Botanic Gardens will be sure to bring some exciting new event surprises!
Find out more »RISE Funding – Australian Government
. Restart Investment to Sustain and Expand (RISE) Fund The RISE Fund is supporting the arts and entertainment sector to reactivate. The program is targeting funding towards the arts and entertainment sector organisations who are seeking to restart, re-imagine or create new activities. The program is intended to assist by providing finance to assist the presentation of new or re-shaped cultural and creative activities and events. The RISE Fund is delivered to support artists and organisations affected by COVID-19 through…
Find out more »June 2021
Arts NT – Professional Development Grants
The Professional Development fund prioritises access to development opportunities for professional artists and arts workers. Professional development grants are available for artists and arts workers to access and participate in professional development activities. Professional development opportunities may include participation and showcasing at specialist workshops, arts industry forums or national markets and showcasing events. Up to $2000 in funding is available. Applications are open all year. CLICK HERE FORE MORE INFORMATION
Find out more »July 2021
2021 Territory Day – Alice Springs community celebration event
Come down for a FREE, fun family evening and celebrate Territory Day. Musical entertainment, free kids activities, food stalls and a huge fireworks display!
Find out more »August 2021
Rock the Regatta Concert
Join in the party and Rock the Regatta! A night of music and fun on the banks of the Todd River. Come down grab a bite to eat and meet some of the crew from the Rotary Henley on Todd Battle boats.
Find out more »Rotary Henley on Todd Regatta
The Rotary Henley on Todd Regatta, is the Northern Territory’s oldest and craziest event! A complete lack of water for the boat races makes the Henley-On-Todd the world’s only and original waterless regatta! It is an event unlike no other where the boats are powered by legs and not paddles. Many join in the fun by building and racing their own boats, or you can just enjoy the hilarity from under the shade of gum trees on the edge…
Find out more »NT Writers Festival 2021
The NT Writers Festival returns to Alice Springs in 2021 for a 4-day program shaped by place and celebrating Australia’s cultural and linguistic diversity through a series of unique immersive experiences. For programming updates and announcements, subscribe to our free e-Bulletin on the NTWC website or follow us on Facebook.
Find out more »BJORN AGAIN Mamma Mia Here We Go Again
Presented by The Music Group ‘If ABBA reformed they wouldn’t be as much fun as Bjorn Again’ Q Magazine UK Dust off those platform shoes, flares and sequinned jumpsuits and get ready to sing, dance and have the time of your life when the World’s Number One ABBA show BJORN AGAIN comes to town on their MAMMA MIA! HERE WE GO AGAIN! 2020 Australian Tour. Internationally acclaimed Bjorn Again will play all of ABBA’s biggest hits and more in an action-packed, highly-entertaining night of ABBA-SOLUTE fun for the whole family. You…
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