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Vanguard: A new initiative to engage emerging arts supporters
Recently launched by Adelaide Festival Centre Foundation, Vanguard is an exciting new initiative designed to engage young arts enthusiasts and emerging philanthropists.
November '24 Moving Image Program
In November, Adelaide Festival Centre's Moving Image Program is exhibiting 'Shiver' by Mark Niehus and 'Healing Truth' by Laurens Tan on our King William Road digital screens.
Foundation Impact Stories: Bringing Joy to Young Hearts this Christmas
As Christmas approaches, we're reminded of the power of theatre—a place where dreams come alive, laughter and tears intertwine, and wonder takes centre stage.
OzAsia '24 Moving Image Artist
Phuong Ngo's folded origami sampan, a motif taught by his mother, mourns lives lost at sea and examines the Vietnamese Diaspora's history. Showing as part of OzAsia Festival.
The First 50 Podcast — Episode 12: Jo Peoples & Helen Trepa
In episode 12, Jo Peoples and Helen Trepa from our Exhibition and Collections team chat to host Libby O'Donovan about the Performing Arts Collection.
The First 50 Podcast — Episode 11: Matt Gilbertson
In episode 11, Matt Gilbertson chats to host Libby O'Donovan about the inspiration behind his alter-ego 'Hans'.
The First 50 Podcast — Episode 10: Eddie Perfect
In episode 10, Eddie Perfect chats to host Libby O'Donovan about his affinity with Adelaide Festival Centre and his experience as a former Artistic Director of Adelaide Cabaret Festival.
The First 50 Podcast — Episode 9: Annette Shun Wah
In episode 9 of The First 50, host Libby O'Donovan talks to OzAsia Festival Artistic Director, Annette Shun Wah.
Foundation Impact Stories: Songlines 2022 Reconciliation Generation
Alberton Primary School took part in centrED's Songlines program. Students spend a day working with First Nations songwriters to get a greater understanding of their culture.
Watch now: The Long Walk
OzAsia Festival 2022 - on demand: A drone, three dancers, and a musician all come together in a spectacular live filmmaking performance.
The Backstage Sessions 2022 – George & Noriko
Bluegrass country meets shamisen (Japanese banjo) in a unique, high-energy music blend.
The Backstage Sessions 2020 - The Tom Kneebone Trio
Tom Kneebone is a touring session musician with a guitar style steeped in pushing the boundaries of Jazz, Blues, and Folk music. Joined by Kyrie Anderson on drums and Dylan Paul on the double-bass.
Acknowledgement
Adelaide Festival Centre is located on Kaurna Yarta. We respect First Nations people around Australia and acknowledge the Kaurna people as the traditional custodians of the Adelaide Plains.
We honour their spiritual relationship with their country and we do so in the spirit of reconciliation.
Artwork by Karen Briggs (Yorta Yorta)