Regional Artist Residencies
The Regional Artist Residencies Program is an opportunity for artists to come together and explore new project ideas in a tailored program with the support of skilled mentors from across Australia.
Writers, choreographers, dancers, directors, actors, theatre makers and designers are provided with dedicated time in a beautiful remote location to explore new project ideas with input and support from their peers, mentors, and established or potential collaborators.
The first three residencies were hosted in Bathurst New South Wales, Far North Queensland, and regional South Australia.
Regional Artists Residency program original concept developed by Performing Lines Tasmania, supported by Arts Tasmania.
Meet the New South Wales Residency Artists
BARN – Bathurst Arts Residency NSW
29 April – 1 May 2022, St Joseph’s Heritage and Conference Centre, Perthville
Produced by Bathurst Regional Council (BMEC) and Performing Lines
Mentors: Matthew Edgerton, Rosalyn Oades and Deborah Pollard
“It has been affirming to be taken seriously by experienced artists/mentors from outside my region. Also, to receive so many ideas, advice and suggestions of examples to consider over a concentrated weekend. Very rich learning and expansion.”
Meet the Far North Queensland Residency Artists
Far North Queensland Artists Residency
Genazzano Retreat, Lake Tinaroo, 14-16 October, 2022
Produced by Topology | Regional Arts Services Network North Queensland and Performing Lines
Mentors: Brad Chatfield, Nathan Stoneham and Margi Brown Ash
“I feel rejuvenated. Affirmed. Inspired… It has also opened up possibilities for other collaborations and ways of seeing, enriching our Far North artists and sector.”
Meet the South Australian Residency Artists
Country Arts SA 2012 Regional Artist Retreat
Pichi Richi Park, 19-21 November, 2021
Produced by Country Arts SA and Performing Lines
Mentors: Paul Gazzola, Julian Hobba and Sally Richardson
