Helpmann Academy

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The Helpmann Academy is an organisation that provides support emerging artists in the performing and visual arts, located in Adelaide, South Australia. It is named in honour of Sir Robert Helpmann, a famous Australian dancer.

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History

The Helpmann Academy was formed in 1994 [1] as a partnership of the major tertiary arts training institutions in South Australia.[ citation needed ]

Partners and functions

The Helpmann Academy is a partnership among:

The Adelaide Central School of Art ceased its partnership with the Academy in 2016, following changes to funding. [2]

The Helpmann Academy provides support for provides support for emerging visual and performing artists [3] through a program of exhibitions, mentoring programs, funding, and other means. [4]

Governance and funding

Helpmann Academy's board of governors consists of vice chancellors from South Australia's three universities or their delegates, and leading representatives from the arts, creative, cultural and business sectors.[ citation needed ]

Helpmann Academy is funded by the partner universities, the Government of South Australia, philanthropic partners, donors, grants, and a small number of corporate partners.[ citation needed ]

International connections

The Helpmann Academy has strong links with arts institutions across the globe including Italy, France, China, India, and New Zealand. Exchanges and residencies take place in the visual arts, drama, dance, and music. Visits by performers and artists from around the world are also encouraged.[ citation needed ]

Events

The annual graduate exhibition of visual artists features work from graduates of UniSA and Flinders. In 2024, the 30th anniversary of the academy, the exhibition featured ceramics, glass, video art, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, fashion, costume design, and textiles [5] by 22 young artists. [1]

Types of support

Support offered to young artists includes or has included:

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Over $82k in awards unveiled at Helpmann Academy's 2024 Graduate Exhibition". Glam Adelaide. 24 February 2024. Retrieved 1 September 2024.
  2. Nunn, Louise (21 March 2016). "Breaking ties with Helpmann". The Advertiser (Adelaide) . p. 19.
  3. "What we do". Helpmann Academy. Helpmann Academy. Retrieved 25 August 2024.
  4. Frankham, Noel. (2001). "Issues and directions in Australian art and design schools". Craft Arts International, Volume 52, p.79.
  5. 1 2 Llewellyn, Jane (23 February 2024). "The future looks bright for these emerging art stars". InReview . Retrieved 1 September 2024.
  6. "Program gives creative entrepreneurs a kick-start". InDaily . 17 November 2021. Retrieved 1 September 2024.
  7. "Building the creative entrepreneurs of tomorrow". InDaily . 4 May 2022. Retrieved 1 September 2024.
  8. "JamFactory x Helpmann Academy Scholarships 2025 valued at $2,500! Opportunities – ArtsHub Australia". ArtsHub Australia. 19 July 2024. Retrieved 1 September 2024.
  9. Hill-Smith, Margo (6 December 2023). "Championing artists: a conversation with Margo Hill-Smith". InReview (Interview). Interviewed by Wolff, Henry. Retrieved 1 September 2024.
  10. "Helpmann Academy Langley Award for Jazz 2024 Valued at $7,500 Opportunities". ArtsHub Australia. 9 August 2024. Retrieved 1 September 2024.
  11. "Helpmann Academy Award for Voice 2023 valued at $5,000 Opportunities". ArtsHub Australia. 9 August 2024. Retrieved 1 September 2024.
  12. "Valued at $4,500 Opportunities". ArtsHub Australia. 30 August 2024. Retrieved 1 September 2024.
  13. "A Night of Jazz Helpmann Academy Alumni Showcase 2024". ArtsHub Australia. 29 August 2024. Retrieved 1 September 2024.

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