Regional and remote communities in Western Australia will have a say in what performing arts shows they see through the new Regional and Remote Touring Fund, part of the A$24 million Creative Regions program.
Culture and the Arts minister John Day said the A$3.1 million fund was designed to provide regional communities with greater influence in selecting shows for their town or community.
“This fund will increase the number and variety of performing arts shows touring regional communities," said Day.
"Applicants will need to demonstrate that their tour is supported by two or more towns or remote communities in the State. This will allow local communities to determine the types of shows they would like to see in their region."
Applications open today and will be accepted from regional local government authorities, regional development commissions and Western Australian performing arts organisations, including major performing arts companies and festivals.
Regional Development minister Terry Redman said Royalties for Regions was investing in strategic initiatives such as the Creative Regions program to contribute to the vibrancy of regional WA.
"This investment greatly supports decision-making at a local level so that activities align with what our regional communities want, while complementing existing opportunities for economic growth and social engagement," said Redman.
"Providing residents with the access to arts and culture increases the amenity of towns and enriches the quality of life for people in our regions."
Regional and remote communities in Western Australia will have a say in what performing arts shows they see through the new Regional and Remote Touring Fund, part of the A$24 million Creative Regions program.
Culture and the Arts minister John Day said the A$3.1 million fund was designed to provide regional communities with greater influence in selecting shows for their town or community.
“This fund will increase the number and variety of performing arts shows touring regional communities," said Day.
"Applicants will need to demonstrate that their tour is supported by two or more towns or remote communities in the State. This will allow local communities to determine the types of shows they would like to see in their region."
Applications open today and will be accepted from regional local government authorities, regional development commissions and Western Australian performing arts organisations, including major performing arts companies and festivals.
Regional Development minister Terry Redman said Royalties for Regions was investing in strategic initiatives such as the Creative Regions program to contribute to the vibrancy of regional WA.
"This investment greatly supports decision-making at a local level so that activities align with what our regional communities want, while complementing existing opportunities for economic growth and social engagement," said Redman.
"Providing residents with the access to arts and culture increases the amenity of towns and enriches the quality of life for people in our regions."
