As a valued supporter of the Curators' Collective, your donation plays an essential role in preserving and sharing South Australia's cultural heritage.
Your generosity ensures that the legacies of South Australian artists and performers continue to inspire future generations.
By joining this passionate community, you become part of a group committed to celebrating and safeguarding the artistic history of our state. Together, we are dedicated to ensuring the stories and achievements of South Australian artists live on, enriching the lives of those to come.
We are committed to keeping you engaged in this process and will provide opportunities throughout the year for you to connect more deeply with the stories behind our exhibitions and collections.
Adelaide Festival Centre’s Performing Arts and Works of Art Collections are invaluable archives documenting the rich history of performing arts and visual arts in South Australia. Established in the 1970's, these ever-evolving collections showcase a diverse range of works, including performances, costumes, set designs, paintings, sculptures, and more. They preserve the remarkable contributions of South Australian artists and performers, both on stage and behind the scenes.
Your support plays a vital role in ensuring that this vibrant history remains alive, and we look forward to sharing this journey with you.
Upcoming exhibitions
Black Women Back in Focus
- Exhibition dates: 30 January – 29 March 2025
- First Aboriginal Women’s Arts Festival 1985 – A retrospective is a 40th anniversary acknowledgment of an extraordinary event made possible through the work of a community of extraordinary Aboriginal women.
Resonance: Gramophone to Spotify
- Exhibition dates: 28 Feb - 30 May 2025
- From crackling grooves to seamless streaming, Resonance: Gramophone to Spotify exhibition will show the transformative impact technology has had on the world of recording and listening to music.
ICONS: Adelaide Cabaret Festival
- Exhibition Dates: 6 – 21 June 2025
- Celebrating Adelaide Cabaret Festival 25th birthday with a close up on the twelve artists awarded Cabaret Icon status.
Tutus & Pointe Shoes
- Exhibition dates: 25 June – 26 July 2025
- Tutus & Pointe Shoes exhibition will showcase the diversity of the tutu, from classical and modern tutus.
To find out more about how you can provide full support for a specific exhibition, please contact Abbie Taylor on (08) 8216 8816 or abbie.taylor@adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au.