Pictured: The Junkyard Orchestra performing at the Kambarang Concert at Penistone Park in Greenwood.
Apply for up to $50,000 to deliver a performing arts project within the City.
At the City of Joondalup, we’re committed to presenting a vibrant array of cultural events each year, from music concerts to large-scale festivals, art exhibitions and more. In addition to our annual program, we are proud to offer a significant funding opportunity for external arts organisations to bring their performance or activation to our region via our Arts Development Scheme.
The Arts Development Scheme is designed to bolster the performing arts sector in our region, with up to $50,000 in monetary support available for professional artists and arts organisations to bring a performing arts project to our local audiences.
Applications for the 2024 Arts Development Scheme have now closed.
Key dates
- 2024 application window: Monday 5 August 2024 – Sunday 8 September 2024
- Assessment period: September – November 2024
- Shortlisted candidates notified of outcome: December 2024
- Funding awarded: January 2025
- 2025 application window: August 2025 – September 2025
Eligibility
To be eligible for funding under the Arts Development Scheme, the applying artist or arts organisation must be either:
- A recognised legal entity with an Australian Business Number (ABN), such as an incorporated body, company, or trust; or
- An independent professional performing arts practitioner or non-legal entity, such as an artist collective, which has sought the services of an incorporated body (sponsor) to auspice the project on their behalf.
The following entities are NOT eligible for funding:
- government departments or agencies
- amateur groups such as hobbyist choirs or dance groups that do not pay their performers.
These groups are encouraged to enquire about the City’s Community Funding Program instead.
What sort of projects are suitable for funding?
All projects must be delivered within the City of Joondalup, providing opportunities for engagement with the local community.
The project’s primary medium should focus on the performing arts, such as theatre, dance and movement, spoken word, music, puppetry or circus arts. Film, multi-media, projection, and electronic arts projects will be considered where they can demonstrate how they engage the community in participatory arts experiences. Applications incorporating emerging, hybrid or other art forms are welcomed if there is a substantial performing arts component.
How to apply
- Read the Information Pack linked below for the full terms and conditions of the funding.
- Schedule a chat with the City’s Community Arts Officer to discuss your application.
- Return to this webpage during the application window to complete your submission.
