June 2023 - PTP - ask.paca.org.au

Testing the discussion list

by Katherine Connor

Hi everyone, Would appreciate if you could please let me know if you receive this email - please hit forward not reply to avoid clogging up everyone's inboxes, as this is the email address that goes to everyone. (That said, please get started using the discussion list to start communicating amongst yourselves!) Please respond when you can. Many thanks, Katherine Katherine Connor (she/her) Executive Director | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 419 428 412 | paca.org.au<http://www.paca.org.au/> [signature_2143014704]<http://apax.org.au/> [signature_1394344346]<https://www.facebook.com/pacaustralia> [signature_389447052] <https://www.linkedin.com/company/performing-arts-connections-australia> [Graphical user interface Description automatically generated with medium confidence] <https://apaca.us15.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=17268242394b2278ede3a3716&id…> [signature_870484526] <https://paca.org.au/members/login.php> [signature_815145148] <https://paca.org.au/resources/touringcharter/> I acknowledge the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation, on whose land I live and work, and pay respects to their Elders past and present. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don't expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.

June 22, 2023

Attention: Hoax email

by Luke Harriman

Good morning, It’s been brought to our attention that a number of you may have received a phishing email claiming to have the PAC Australia mailing list. This email is a hoax and should be deleted immediately. As set out in the PAC Australia Privacy Policy<https://paca.org.au/privacy-statement/>, we are committed to ensuring the personal information of members and users of our website is not shared, sold, or transferred to any third party without their prior consent, or unless it is required by law. The email appears to be targeting subscribers of our member-only discussion groups only, so we have reviewed our security settings accordingly. For those concerned about their APAX registration, this process and information is managed through, Cvent, an internationally respected platform specifically for conference conferences and large events. Their strict security protocols meet Australian standards as well many other international standards. Further information is available here: https://www.cvent.com/au/security Apologies for any inconvenience caused. If you have any further concerns, please contact me directly. Thanks, Luke Harriman (he/him) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 405 400 997 | www.paca.org.au<http://www.paca.org.au/> Based in South East Queensland, GMT +10 [signature_1064119959]<http://apax.org.au/> [signature_1394344346] <https://www.facebook.com/pacaustralia> [signature_389447052] <https://www.linkedin.com/company/performing-arts-connections-australia> [Graphical user interface Description automatically generated with medium confidence] <https://apaca.us15.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=17268242394b2278ede3a3716&id…> [signature_870484526] <https://paca.org.au/members/login.php> [signature_815145148] <https://paca.org.au/resources/touringcharter/> I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which I live and work, the Kabi Kabi people, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.

June 19, 2023

Who's got time to read?

by Luke Harriman

Hi Everyone, With so much happening right now, it’s best to start with a couple of quick reminders. * Impact Award nominations<https://paca.org.au/events/impactwards/> – there is only two weeks left to nominate for this year’s awards. They close on 30 June. Only PAC Australia members can lodge a nomination however, they may nominate themselves, a fellow member, or a non-member. * Early bird APAX registrations<http://www.apax.org.au/> – the early bird rate for APAX is available until 21 July. If you need to process your registration this financial year you can do so with either credit card or tax invoice. * Jobs Job Jobs<https://paca.org.au/about/employment/> – We are expanding the team with three new positions. Applications are all due on 28 June. * Register for the August round of Audience Outlook Monitor<https://www.thepatternmakers.com.au/covid-19> - Registrations close next Tuesday 20 June and if you have any questions, please pop them through to bianca(a)thepatternmakers.com.au<mailto:bianca@thepatternmakers.com.au> Another huge thanks to Milk Crate Theatre for their presentation at yesterday’s Third Thursday Exchange. If you missed it, the recording is available through the members section of the PAC Australia website (log in required). Who’s got time to read… Britain’s ever-harsher welfare system means that now only the rich can afford to make art.<https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/may/29/britain-welfare-rich-…> “Young artists in 2020s Britain are often caught-up in the “Kafkaesque” perfect storm<https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/may/26/universal-credit-system-not…> of a punitive benefits system, an intractable housing crisis and an unforgiving work culture – all of which can leave very little time or space for creative experiments.” Sounds familiar. Deploying Artists as Futurists and Policy Makers<https://legacy.iftf.org/future-now/article-detail/deploying-artists-as-futu…> A great read from The Institute for the Future. Their Executive Director, Marina Gorbis was one of the keynote speakers at APAX 2022. Conquering the Asset Desert: Level Up Your Key Art<https://ideas.capacityinteractive.com/conquering-the-asset-desert-level-up-…> The first instalment of a new blog post series on Capacity Interactive to help marketers conquer the asset desert and craft content that converts. Renew Cairns<https://www.renewaustralia.org/project/renew-cairns> A little something special about a project that’s been unfolding over the last decade in our host city, Cairns. Something to check out while you’re in town for APAX. Who’s got time to listen to… Memories of the resurrection of an iconic art deco theatre<https://www.abc.net.au/southqld/programs/breakfast/aod-kerry-saul-last-days…> A reflection on 26 years at the Empire Theatre in Toowoomba by retiring General Manager, Kerry Saul. Congratulations on an extraordinary legacy. Luke Harriman (he/him) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 405 400 997 | www.paca.org.au<http://www.paca.org.au/> Based in South East Queensland, GMT +10 [signature_1064119959]<http://apax.org.au/> [signature_1394344346] <https://www.facebook.com/pacaustralia> [signature_389447052] <https://www.linkedin.com/company/performing-arts-connections-australia> [Graphical user interface Description automatically generated with medium confidence] <https://apaca.us15.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=17268242394b2278ede3a3716&id…> [signature_870484526] <https://paca.org.au/members/login.php> [signature_815145148] <https://paca.org.au/resources/touringcharter/> I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which I live and work, the Kabi Kabi people, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.

June 16, 2023

Recruitment: Three new roles at PAC Australia

by Luke Harriman

Dear Members, PAC Australia’s new Strategic Plan 2023-2026 will be released in the coming days, outlining firm and ambitious plans that will deliver critical strategic shifts required in the national presenting eco-system. To that end, we are recruiting three new roles in our small and nationally-distributed team as we embark on this work. These roles are a direct investment into the success of our members, their stakeholders and the ongoing sustainability of PAC Australia. We are seeking: * Manager, Industry Development and Training (FT) * Marketing and Communications Coordinator (PT) * Producer, Strategic Initiatives (ISPA Congress)* (FT - fixed term) *This is a project-specific, fixed term role, funded through the Department of Local Government, Sports and Cultural Industries (WA). Position descriptions and more info is available at paca.org.au/about/employment/<https://paca.org.au/about/employment/> Applications for all three roles close Wednesday 28 June 2023. Please feel free to circulate these jobs to your networks and get in touch with me directly at luke(a)paca.org.au<mailto:luke@paca.org.au> if you would like more information. Thanks, Luke Luke Harriman (he/him) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 405 400 997 | www.paca.org.au<http://www.paca.org.au/> Based in South East Queensland, GMT +10 [signature_1064119959]<http://apax.org.au/> [signature_1394344346] <https://www.facebook.com/pacaustralia> [signature_389447052] <https://www.linkedin.com/company/performing-arts-connections-australia> [Graphical user interface Description automatically generated with medium confidence] <https://apaca.us15.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=17268242394b2278ede3a3716&id…> [signature_870484526] <https://paca.org.au/members/login.php> [signature_815145148] <https://paca.org.au/resources/touringcharter/> I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which I live and work, the Kabi Kabi people, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.

June 9, 2023

Who's got time to read?

by Luke Harriman

It’s all happening at the moment. Impact Award<https://paca.org.au/events/impactwards/> nominations, early bird APAX 2023 registrations<http://www.apax.org.au/>, and travel bursary<https://web.cvent.com/event/892048bd-821b-406a-ab21-766b72d0ab7b/websitePag…> applications are all open right now! A member update will be sent out in the next few days with even more information on what PAC Australia has been working on and opportunities to get involved. For now, here’s some juicy articles for your reading pleasure. Who’s got time to read… Dance project gives young people in youth detention a chance to tell their stories<https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-05-28/young-people-youth-justice-system-da…> Inside two youth justice centres in NSW following the creative, and often emotional, process of presenting public performances by young people. Audiences behaving badly<https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2023/may/29/they-dont-know-the-rules-acto…> What’s it like to star in a play when audience members watch football, ring friends, open lagers or pass round entire chickens? UK actors vent their anger at the ‘Netflix mindset’ of the new post-Covid generation. Audiences return but younger ones are feeling the pinch<https://www.artshub.com.au/news/news/audiences-return-but-younger-ones-are-…> Rising costs of living are making it hard for under-35s and families to afford cultural events. A new report suggests ideas to reach them. Bringing the house down: where next for the US’ regional theatre buildings?<https://www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/bringing-the-house-down-where-next-for-t…> Are America’s regional theatres reaching the end of their useful lives? Who’s got time to watch… ‘Accessible Tech’, How leading Sydney venues ensure digital access for online and in-person audiences and visitors.<https://aarts.net.au/news/accessible-tech-recordings/> Digital producers Stuart Buchanan from the Sydney Opera House and Marcus Wright from the Museum of Contemporary Art were joined by Sophie Penkethman-Young, the Manager of Digital Culture Initiatives at Australia Council for the Arts as they discuss the latest innovations in accessible technology. Luke Harriman (he/him) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 405 400 997 | www.paca.org.au<http://www.paca.org.au/> Based in South East Queensland, GMT +10 [signature_1064119959]<http://apax.org.au/> [signature_1394344346] <https://www.facebook.com/pacaustralia> [signature_389447052] <https://www.linkedin.com/company/performing-arts-connections-australia> [Graphical user interface Description automatically generated with medium confidence] <https://apaca.us15.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=17268242394b2278ede3a3716&id…> [signature_870484526] <https://paca.org.au/members/login.php> [signature_815145148] <https://paca.org.au/resources/touringcharter/> I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which I live and work, the Kabi Kabi people, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.

June 1, 2023