The Arts in NSW

Ride On Theatre. Bojana Novakovic and Tim Rogers. Photo: Pia Johnson

Ride On Theatre. Bojana Novakovic and Tim Rogers. Photo: Pia Johnson

NSW is home to a flourishing and innovative arts sector with artists, arts and cultural organisations and creative industries all being part of a dynamic ecology.

By providing support at all levels – from the biggest companies through to solo artists – Arts NSW aims to foster innovation and support a relevant and diverse sector. The information found in this section of the website focuses on those parts of the sector that we have a working relationship with through support, program and/or project funding.

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