Ausdance NSW in The Rocks, Sydney | Community organisation

Ausdance NSW

Locality: The Rocks, Sydney

Phone: +61 2 9256 4800

Address: Level 3, THE ARTS EXCHANGE BUILDING, 10 Hickson Road 2000 The Rocks, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.ausdancensw.com.au/

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23.01.2022 Equity Pride Survey! A recently formed 'Equity Pride', a sub-committee within the Equity Diversity Committee with MEAA have commissioned a survey to gather information from LGBTQIA+ performers on what it’s like working in the industry as a performer. They want to hear from both Equity & non-Equity members to help them gauge a sense of what is widely felt in the industry. ... This information is crucial to informing where Equity Pride focuses its campaigns and their plans to make a positive change in the industry. Link below

23.01.2022 City of Sydney Activation Grants is open! This grant supports economic recovery by encouraging businesses and creatives to activate spaces in venues, the public domain and corporate locations with cultural programming. They are hosting an online briefing session on Thursday 12 November from 12pm to 1:30pm. Register your interest below

23.01.2022 What's On - Virtual The Dance Rites Finals are on Saturday 21! You can stream online from 7:30 pm or tune in on NITV. To keep up to date will all the finals news head to the Sydney Opera House website below

22.01.2022 Please join up on Thursday 19 at 6pm to hear the last Ausdance in Conversation podcast for the year. This is a special one as the Ausdance NSW team, General Manager Susan Doel, Projects & Programs Manager Kate Maguire-Rosier, Marketing Manager Lauren Vassallo and Arts Administration Officer Remi Harvey We will be reflecting on the year that was, and our hopes for 2021. Tune in to Radio Blue Mountains 89.1 at 6pm to hear Dancing on Air hosted by Annalouise Paul. We thank An...nalouise Paul for her commitment to the podcast over 2019-2020. On Friday I will post a link to listen on iTunes and Spotify.

22.01.2022 *** WHAT'S ON - ONLINE *** Making Live Music Accessible | ATAG Online 24 Sep 2020 Thursday 24 September 2020 11am 12:30pm Zoom (link provided following registration)... Music is supposed to be the universal language that connects humanity like nothing else. However, for musicians, production crew and audience members with disability, their opportunities to participate in Australia’s music industry don’t always hit the right note. Join us for this FREE online panel discussion with experts from the music industry and disability sector as they discuss how music companies, music venues and music festivals can amp up their approach to accessibility for and inclusion of arts practitioners and audiences with disability. REGISTER NOW: https://atagonline24sep.eventbrite.com.au

22.01.2022 What's On - Digitial Screening Riverside Theatres Digitial Season is live! Australian dance company Lingalayam presents a selection of items conceived on the Pancha Nadais, directed by legendary guru dancer, choreographer, and teacher Anandavalli.... In the tradition of classical Indian music and dance of South India, the five basic rhythmical sequences in the beats of three (tisram), four (chatusram), five (khandam), seven (misram) and nine (sankeernam) are the basic principles in formulating a rhythmical configuration. These set beat patterns, referred to as the pancha nadais within a given cycle of rhythm, are used to create countless combinations of rhythmical configurations. Presenting four pieces based on the Pancha Nadais from the traditional form to the contemporary.

20.01.2022 The Marten Bequest Scholarships offer talented young artists the chance to explore, study and develop their artistic gifts through travelling either interstate and/or overseas. The scholarships provide financial support under the categories acting, architecture, ballet, instrumental music, painting, poetry, prose, sculpture and singing to help talented Australian artists achieve their dreams. Applications close: Tuesday 2 February 2021 3pm AEDT (or earlier if application lim...it is met) Amount: $50,000 For fill details heat to the AusCo website below

20.01.2022 **COMMUNITY SPORT / DANCE COMPETITIONS UPDATE** NSW Health has announced the following updates to community sport, affecting dance competitions: - Community sport can now recommence without restricting competitions to zones (as long as a COVID Safety Plan is in place). - More than one parent may now attend community sporting activities if physical distancing can be maintained between people that are not from the same household. ... - Ensure strict compliance with all other elements of the COVID Safety Plan. - Organisations and participants should continue to avoid shared travel arrangements such as car pooling and to minimise gatherings before and after the event. More information: https://www.sport.nsw.gov.au//CHO-Advice-to-Schools-Term-4

19.01.2022 A timely acknowledgement. "No diversity: Australian musical theatre award accused of overlooking non-white artists Semifinalists for the Rob Guest Endowment appear to be a uniformly white cohort, prompting a wave of criticism for the lack of diversity"... How can the Australian Arts landscape do better?

17.01.2022 2020 Inclusive Film Festival Spotlights Talent Of Artists With Disability! 8 Australian artists and activists with disability are set to feature as part of the totally FREE entertainment at this year’s Inclusive Film Festival at Petersham Town Hall on Fri 4 Dec from 6pm 10:30pm. There’ll be performances by comedian Madeleine Stewart, singer Lara Nakhle and motivational non-speaker Abdul-Karim Bouchafaa. A live panel will also explore the intersection of art and disability ...activism and will feature award-winning First Nations writer Gayle Kennedy, performer and policymaker Paul Nunnari, LGBTIQ+ writer and activist Jax Jacki Brown and academic and activist Hannah Solomons. Director, writer and broadcaster Anthea Williams will moderate the discussion. There’ll also be a screening of award-winning US film THE PEANUT BUTTER FALCON + FREE snack packs, popcorn, chocolates and soft drinks. IFF2020 marks the International Day Of People With Disability. The event will be COVID-safe, fully accessible and also live streamed via Fan Force. REGISTER NOW: https://aarts.net.au//2020-inclusive-film-festival-spotli/ #IFF2020 #InclusiveFilmFestival2020 #InternationalDayOfPeopleWithDisability Image Description: A photo montage of 8 people of various ages, genders and cultural backgrounds.

17.01.2022 Crisis Communication in Arts and Culture SAFE?

16.01.2022 Applications are now open for: - Arts Projects for Individuals & Groups - Arts Projects for Organisations - Translation Fund for Literature. Nominations for the National Arts and Disability Awards and the Australia Council Awards are also open now. ... Find out more: australiacouncil.gov.au/funding [Image description: 1. A man photographs out into the ocean. On a blue background, text reads 'Grant applications are open now for individuals, groups and organisations. Apply before Tuesday 1 September'. Image credit: Philemon Eseli Talea Ingui taking a saltwater shot at Dhaab Knoob during the IACA Northern Disclosure workshop on Badu island, March 2019.] See more

15.01.2022 EOI: Writer to Respond to Ausdance 2020 Dance Artists in Residence Showcase Brand X Ausdance NSW is looking for dance writers to respond to an inaugural live/screen showcase by this year’s Dance Artists in Residents (DAIRs). Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, Indigenous and First Nations, Deaf and/or Disabled dancers, choreographers, educators, researchers and writers are particularly encouraged to submit an expression of interest. Exp...ressions of interest should include a 50-word bio, your CV and a sample piece of writing (ideally about dance). The piece will be between 750-1000 and the writer will be paid an honorarium. Please send your EOI to Kate at [email protected] by 5pm Sunday 4 October 2020. Let us know if you have any questions and we look forward to reading your work! This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body.

15.01.2022 *** WHAT'S ON - ONLINE EDITION *** Action Theater classes with Ruth Zaporah 5 weekly 1.5hr classes ONLINE with Ruth Zaporah.... Hosted by Danielle Cresp FRIDAYS 9 - 10:30 in OCTOBER PLUS 4 optional TUES morning practise sessions with Danielle Cresp! This workshop series is ONLY for artists who've done Action Theater training with Ruth Zaporah or another Certified Action Theater Practitioner. This series is for Asian & Australian based artists wishing to get more practice with their physical theatre improv skills. On Friday 2 October 2020 at 9:00am LOCATION The link to the online event to be provided by the event organiser

14.01.2022 The Ausdance NSW team would like to welcome the new General Manager of Ausdance Victoria Robbie Carmellotti. Welcoming Robbie to the team, Executive Director of Ausdance Victoria Michele Silby said: ‘Robbie brings to Ausdance Victoria his passion for the ongoing development of Australia’s dance, arts and entertainment industries with an ardent focus on progressing diversity and equality within the sectors’. Robbie’s extensive portfolio of experience within the arts industry i...ncludes being a producer with Opera Australia overseeing the delivery of key commercial events such as the Sydney Opera House New Year’s Eve Gala and associated events, Mazda Opera in the Bowl, Mazda Opera in the Domain, Anthony Pratt and OA’s Opera for the People and the return season of West Side Story. We look forward to working with you! Read more below https://www.ausdancevic.org.au/news

14.01.2022 *** WHAT'S ON *** In the studio! Presented by Dance Makers Collective Supported by PYT Fairfield Thursday evenings between 24 September and 17 December 2020 6pm - 8:30pm... Full price: $400 Equity scholarships available To coincide with Future Makers' latest work in development, Dance Makers Collective and Future Makers present a series of workshops led by some of our favourite dance makers. Held on Thursday evenings from 6pm - 8:30pm at PYT Fairfield, aspiring dancers and makers aged 15 - 24 are invited along to train with us in a challenging, fun and welcoming space - whatever your practice, if you want to connect with other young artists, and learn from some of the best makers in Sydney, this is the space to do it! The program involves 10 sessions with 10 professional dance makers, leading sessions in their unique choreographic and dance practices. Artists include; Richard Cilli, Brianna Kell, Martin del Amo, Lee Serle, Katina Olsen, Zachary Lopez, Craig Bary, Riana Head-Toussaint, Ryuichi Fujimura and Julie-Anne Long. Limited spaces are available, to ensure a COVID safe training space Full details on the website and get in quick! https://www.dancemakerscollective.com.au//future-makers-tr

14.01.2022 Who made it to the SAMAG Webinar Monday night? The Ausdance NSW team attended and it was great to see such a conversation happening and the representation of BlakDance Head to SAMAG if you missed the webinar and read ArtsHub article below.... Share your thoughts in the comments below "It is more than just championing diverse ideas; it is about who tells those stories." Tian Zhang, Curator

12.01.2022 A shout out to Jo Clancy and the Wagana Aboriginal Dancers, they will be performing at Dance Rites, Wednesday night heat! You can watch live at the Sydney Opera House Youtube channel or on Facebook. Link below https://www.sydneyoperahouse.com//heat-one-traditional-par

12.01.2022 What's on!! Don't forget to tune into the opening of Dance Rites tonight. Full details below. Dance groups in Heat 1: Naygayiw Gigi Dance Troupe, Dinawan's Connection, Djakapurra Dancers, Kapululangu Dancers, Wajaarr Ngaarlu, New Mapoon Dance Group, Wagana Aboriginal Dancers, Injinoo Storm Thathilgau Minarr (Father's Design Knowledge), Bawrrung, Guba Marki, Gubbi Gubbi Dance, Parnkurr-Parnkurr Pujjali and Kutaw Zoeru.

11.01.2022 The Ministry of Health have confirmed that dance activity is included in the new recommendations for community sport. This means that dance programs, competitions and performances will need to stop the intermingling of participants from different regions in NSW and age groups. Unlike some sports, dance has not operated according to zoning before. Ausdance NSW is working now to develop a zoned map for dance to assist dance businesses operate safely. This is new work for us a...nd will take some time. Dance eisteddfods are advised to use a COVID Safety plan for sporting competitions. These measures will be in place for 6 weeks to reduce the spread of COVID-19. For more information on the new recommendations for community dance and sport visit these links. https://www.sport.nsw.gov.au//def/files/faqadvicesport.pdf https://www.nsw.gov.au//covid-19-safety-plan-community-spo

11.01.2022 Following up from information last week that dance competitions are affected by the new recommendations for community sport, we have been working closely with the Office for Sport and have sought advice from Fitness Australia, Sport NSW and other peaks working with industries similar to dance who do not normally operate in zones, to understand how best to advise the dance community. Here are the regional and metro zones we recommend using to determine the boundaries for danc...e activity in the state in accordance with the latest government recommendations. These recommendations are for a period of 6 weeks and will be reassessed at the end of September. Greater Sydney regions: https://www.greater.sydney/district-plans Regional NSW: https://www.sport.nsw.gov.au//nsw-government-regional-boun We will keep you updated about any changes. Please let us know if you have any queries at [email protected] .

11.01.2022 AUSDANCE IN CONVERSATION... Final podcast for 2020! With the Ausdance NSW Team now available on Itunes and Spotify

11.01.2022 Great opportunity available at Bankstown Arts Centre , looking for an Arts Trainee to join the team. https://www.lgassist.com.au//Arts-Trainee-New-South-Wales-

11.01.2022 ‘Ausdance In Conversation With' is a podcast created by Ausdance NSW that address the hard-hitting issues that affect the dance sector and wider arts community. ‘Ausdance In Conversation' is a podcast created by Ausdance NSW that address the hard-hitting issues that affect the dance sector and wider arts community. In 2019 we recorded 4 podcasts with guest host Annalouise Paul. The podcasts were broadcast on Radio Blue Mountains during a segment called ‘Dancing On Air.’ Durin...g 2020 due to restriction, we shifting the podcast to highlight previously recorded 'Dancing on Air Segments' and one featuring DAIR Funded #ONLINE artist Alice Weber. The podcast series is now available to download on iTunes here https://podcasts.apple.com//ausdance-in-conve/id1487904213 and Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/show/4AxdS4IrJM8ilpU0Ig9ot1

10.01.2022 Dance has always been an important part of my life. I have enjoyed going to dance classes regularly since a young child. I loved taking my RAD ballet exams and being with my dance family. It’s so important that children and parents are reassured at the moment, especially when faced with the changes COVID-19 has made necessary...The connection and creativity that dance class provides is so beneficial for this age group. Emma Watkins Emma the Yellow Wiggle recently helped the Royal Academy of Dance Australia send a message of reassurance to our youngest dancers who might be overwhelmed by COVID-19 social distancing and hygiene measures. See the film and read more here > http://bit.ly/RADEWiggle

09.01.2022 Ian RT Colless - IAN RT COLLESS Dharabuladh (Therabluat) clan of the Gundungurra people Australia Council for the Arts First Nations Capacity Building Project Officer

08.01.2022 *** What's on - online *** Lucky Lartey and Hawanatu Bangura - New Beginnings Freedom Sessions Live from Sydney https://youtu.be/cKNs74jRIq4

08.01.2022 Want to learn the foundations of arts fundraising? Registrations are now open for our online Greater Sydney and Canberra workshop. Presented by our State Manager for NSW & ACT, Este Darin-Cooper, ‘The Fundamentals of Arts Fundraising’ workshop is designed for arts professionals who want to learn the foundations of arts philanthropy and sponsorship or those looking to refresh their knowledge. The workshop will be delivered via Zoom over two 150-minute sessions on Tuesday 13 and 20 October. Find out more > https://creativepartnershipsaustralia.org.au//the-fundame/

08.01.2022 We are very happy to see the announcement that theatres and concerts halls can increase capacity to up to 50% as of today. More information: https://www.nsw.gov.au//capacity-increase-for-entertainmen

08.01.2022 Are you a sole trader working in the performing arts industry? The Superannuation Guarantee Act includes specific provisions for performing artists and their associated support workers. The University of New England is running a study on superannuation for contractors in the Australian performing arts industry and we would appreciate your participation in this brief, anonymous survey. This project has been approved by the Human Research Ethics Committee of the University of New England (Approval No HE20-174 Valid to 14/10/2020). Link to the survey below

08.01.2022 NAIDOC Week 2020 What Land do You Create On? PM us a picture and we will add to our album!

08.01.2022 Small Businesses! If you have time to write a grant application today, have a look at this small-business grant from facebook, supporting small businesses! https://www.facebook.com/business/boost/grants

06.01.2022 Registrations for Sharp Short Dance 2020 youth festival close in TWO WEEKS!!! Register NOW & Submit your final work by the 19/10! If you have any queries about the application process you can contact us on: [email protected] OR 02-98065672 and we'll be happy to assist!... INFORMATION: https://www.form.org.au/sharp-short-dance-2020/... See more

06.01.2022 Federal Arts Minister Paul Fletcher has announced the new 12-member Creative Economy Taskforce. It will provide strategic guidance for rebuilding the arts sector as Australia emerges from COVID-19. What do you think?

06.01.2022 Still from Cack Conversations produced by Alstonville Dance Studio in partnership with Accessible Arts and Ausdance NSW and support from the NDIS. In this panel, speakers discussed ‘Your Same, My Different’ a film by Adelaide-based dance artists thanks to screendance initiative Dance.Focus. Panellists (pictured here) included Ausdance NSW Projects & Programs Manager Kate Maguire-Rosier, Independent Disabled Dance Artist Matt 'Shillie' Shilcock, Artistic Director of Ausdance ACT Dr Cathy Adamak, Independent Dance Artist Joshua Twee and Auslan Interpreter(s) from Sweeney. A big thank you to all who attended and please stay tuned for the next in this series of Cack Conversations where we talk dance and disability in early 2021!

05.01.2022 Tune in to Radio Blue Mountains 89.1 tonight at 6pm to hear Dancing on Air hosted by Annalouise Paul in partnership with Ausdance NSW in conversation! Tonight's conversation is an interview with Vera Köppern which was recorded when Annalouise was overseas as part of her IDP grant. Enjoy!

04.01.2022 *** ANNOUNCEMENT *** Read Ausdance NSW submission to Australia Council for the Arts 'Re-Imagine'. Link below: https://ausdancensw.com.au/submission-re-imagine... #noartistleftbehind

02.01.2022 Join the discussion with Creative Partnerships Australia's free 'The Ethics of Arts Partnerships' panel and tackle these timely questions, drawing on different perspectives and all sides of the debate ethics, arts and business. Registration below, on tomorrow Wednesday 18 November at 11am

02.01.2022 SAVE THE DATE! NATIONAL ARTS AND DISABILITY AWARDS On the International Day of People with Disability, please join us to recognise Australian artists and arts workers who have made an outstanding contribution to the artistic and cultural life of the nation. Date: Thursday 3 December 2020 Time: 2.00pm - 3.00pm AEDT ... The event will be live captioned, Auslan interpreted and will give you the option to register for audio description prior to the event. Celebrations that bring us together when we are physically apart are very important in these uncertain times. Due to the impact of COVID-19, the recipients of this year’s awards will be revealed during a live-streamed event with a difference... and we’d love everyone to join! Please share this invitation with your networks. This is an inclusive and accessible online event. Please contact Arts Access Australia to further discuss specific access needs. Email [email protected] For full details and to stay up to date with announcements head to the Australia Council website, link below https://www.australiacouncil.gov.au//national-arts-and-d/

01.01.2022 What's On - Touring in Sydney schools from 15 - 23 March 2021 @Shaun.Parker.Company are proud to announce the launch of 'The Yard'. The Yard is an award-winning anti-bullying program by internationally acclaimed Australian contemporary dance company Shaun Parker & Company about bullying, social exclusion, peer pressure and emotional resilience. We will be presenting The Yard performances and workshops in Sydney schools from the 15th to 23rd of March 2021 in the lead-up to the... National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence. This is an ideal in-school performance for K - 6 and Year 7 & 8 students. For more information head t the Shaun Parker website below https://www.shaunparkercompany.com/shows/the-yard/#about #Learning #Teaching #Student #Students #Education #School #Schools #antibullying #stopbullying #bullyingawareness #nobullying #mentalhealth #bullyingprevention #bullyinghurts #cyberbullying #bekind #stopbullyingnow #wellness #endbullying #danceaustralia #shaunparkercompany #bullyingnoway @creatensw #sydney #ausdancensw #schoolperformance #danceeducation #antibully #sydneyschools @detnsw @auscouncilarts #students #sydneyteachers