Geelong artists have the opportunity to share in $64,000 worth of support from the region’s largest creative organisation.
Geelong Arts Centre (GAC) has put out the call for applications to its Creative Engine Grant program, which provides cash, in-kind studio access and mentorship to local performers.
Six grants are available to performing artists of all media, including theatre, dance, music, digital and community-based practices.
Connor Morel is a local singer, actor, writer and musician who has previously received funding through the Creative Engine program.
He said GAC’s support had been “fundamental” to the production of his work over the past four years.
“These grants have given my team and I the space, time and money to interrogate our artform with incredible guidance from the Geelong Arts Centre team,” Morel said.
“Time and time again they’ve come to the table to assist on the journey, and it is the very reason I’ve been able to get two shows off the ground. Without such support it simply wouldn’t have happened.”
GAC chief executive Rhys Holden said his organisation was “excited to help bring bold, original ideas to life within our community”.
“Creative Engine is all about nurturing creative growth in the region and supporting artists at
every stage of their journey,” Mr Holden said.
“Geelong is home to some of the most talented and innovative artists and many amazing projects have been developed under our artist development programs.”
Visit geelongartscentre.org.au/creative-engine to apply or for more information. Applications close at 9am on Monday, August 18.
