Eight Tasmanian arts organisations have secured fresh backing from the State Government to deliver new programs aimed at strengthening the island’s creative and cultural sector.
Minister for Arts and Heritage, Madeleine Ogilvie, announced that more than $1 million will be distributed through Arts Tasmania’s annual programs initiative, supporting a mix of music, theatre, dance and multidisciplinary projects across 2026.
Ogilvie said the funding reflects the diversity and vitality of Tasmania’s arts community and will help provide both employment and new opportunities for local artists. She added that the programs are designed to reach audiences across the entire state, from regional towns to major centres.
DRILL Performance Company, based in Hobart, is among the organisations to receive support. Its 2026 program will focus on youth-led projects that help young performers develop their craft while creating experiences for local audiences.
On the West Coast, The Unconformity will use its funding to continue its ‘Explorations’ program, a mix of artist residencies and community-based projects that connect residents with contemporary arts practice. In Launceston, Mudlark Theatre will deliver a series of workshops and productions aimed at building local talent and promoting Tasmanian stories.
Minister Ogilvie encouraged Tasmanians to take advantage of the upcoming events, describing the program as a showcase of homegrown creativity.
All applications for the funding were independently assessed by peers drawn from Arts Tasmania’s Cultural and Creative Industries Register and the broader arts sector, ensuring a fair and transparent selection process.
The funding round represents another step in the government’s ongoing commitment to maintaining a strong, accessible arts scene that continues to evolve alongside the communities it serves.
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