The National Government’s Extended Public Work Program (EPWP) in collaboration with the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality EPWP Office, Red Location Art Gallery and Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum, are running a social cohesion project to support the visual art and craft community in Nelson Mandela Bay. The Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) is a government initiative designed to create job opportunities, sustainable livelihoods, and skills development for poor and unemployed … [Read more...] about 36 Positions Available in EPWP Social Cohesion Project
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Excellent result for Framesby Pupil in National maths-art competition
High school pupils from across South Africa have won accolades for depicting the links between maths and art in unique and vibrant artworks, in the first nationally-run mathematical art competition. The top-placed winners in the competition, run by Nelson Mandela University’s Govan Mbeki Mathematics Development Centre (GMMDC), drew their inspiration from the repeated mathematical patterns evident in ancient Khoi and San cave paintings and traditional Zulu beadwork, the mathematical make-up of … [Read more...] about Excellent result for Framesby Pupil in National maths-art competition
Tips for insuring your family art collection
As more households begin to appreciate the value of art as an alternative form of investment, getting to grips with art insurance should form an integral part of a collection strategy. Elizabeth Mountjoy, Private Wealth Manager at FNB Insurance Brokers, says art is a unique item to insure as it is irreplaceable and appreciates in value. Although art investment was previously limited to individuals wanting to secure their family heirlooms, it has since moved to include individuals and … [Read more...] about Tips for insuring your family art collection
Maths-inspired art on display in Bay
“MATHEMATICS is all around us, whether we are [aware of it or not].” So says Mia Brettell of East London’s Grens High, who created a human face entirely out of mathematical shapes as her entry in the Eastern Cape’s first Math-Art competition, run by Nelson Mandela University’s Govan Mbeki Mathematics Development Centre (GMMDC). Brettell was one of 113 entrants from 36 high schools across the province, whose maths-inspired artworks are on display at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Gallery … [Read more...] about Maths-inspired art on display in Bay
Son of Butterworth, Loyiso Mkize is a 2016 ImpACT Awards finalist
Buuterworth born Loyiso Mkize, is a 29-year-old visual artist based in Cape Town. Mkize developed a love for art from the age of 5 and has followed his passion to this day becoming a fine artist and comic book illustrator. Mkize's creation KWEZI, a proudly South African superhero comic book series about a young city dweller who discovers he has superhuman abilities which leads him on a journey of self-discovery and realization of purpose. Interested in African identity, Mkize has built a career … [Read more...] about Son of Butterworth, Loyiso Mkize is a 2016 ImpACT Awards finalist
Dawn Lindberg wins the Women Real Architects of SA Drama Excellence Award
Naledi Theatre Awards founder and Executive Producer, Dawn Lindberg has been presented with the Women: The Real Architects of Society Awards (WRASA) Drama Excellence Award to acknowledge and honour her 51 years in theatre and show business. Lindberg, who staged the 12th annual Naledi Theatre Awards in April this year, says she is deeply honoured by this recognition, especially considering the calibre of women who filled the Theatre on the Track at Kyalami on Saturday, 20 … [Read more...] about Dawn Lindberg wins the Women Real Architects of SA Drama Excellence Award
Exciting mix of speakers at the SA Cultural Observatory National Conference
Over 50 local and international speakers will present key academic, creative and economic findings at the South African Cultural Observatory’s (SACO) first national conference in Port Elizabeth from Monday, 16 to Tuesday, 17 May. International contributions will be delivered by founder of the Grenoble Observatory, Guy Saez, considered a global leader in cultural observatory work; Canada Arts Council manager for research, evaluation and performance measurement, Gabriel Zamfir; National … [Read more...] about Exciting mix of speakers at the SA Cultural Observatory National Conference
Pitch Perfect Winners Announced
Following the final ACT | UJ Arts & Culture Conference Pitch Perfect battle on 13 April, two groups have each been awarded grants to realise their proposed creative projects. ‘Cultural Exchanges’ and ‘An Artistic Excursion’ hailing from Mpumalanga and Limpopo respectively, are the groups that came out tops. Sponsored by the National Arts Council (NAC), the Arts & Culture Trust (ACT) and Nedbank Arts Affinity, a total of R160 000 has been made available to the two innovative … [Read more...] about Pitch Perfect Winners Announced
2016 ImpACT Awards Judges announced
An esteemed panel of judges have been confirmed to single out the winners for the 2016 ImpACT Awards, to be held in Johannesburg in the last quarter of the year. Held annually, the Awards recognise and celebrate excellence within the arts, culture and creative sectors in South Africa. Sitting on the judging panel this year are Beneficiary Relations Manager for the National Lotteries Commission, Sershan Naidoo; ACT chairperson, Melissa Goba; Dance Umbrella Director, Georgina Thomson; actress, … [Read more...] about 2016 ImpACT Awards Judges announced
Judges announced for the 2016 ACT scholarships
The judging panel for the 2016 Scholarships Programme, presented by the Arts & Culture Trust (ACT), has been announced. Tasked with fast-tracking the lives of young performers, each of the five judges will bring expert guidance to the programme. Supported by the National Lotteries Commission (NLC), the Dramatic, Artistic and Literary Organisation (DALRO) and the Nedbank Arts Affinity, the 2016 Scholarships Programme will change the lives of dramatic arts, singing, dance and musical … [Read more...] about Judges announced for the 2016 ACT scholarships
Gaynor Young receives first Lesedi Spirit of Courage Award
Love has played a pivotal role in the life of Gaynor Young, recipient of the first Lesedi Spirit of Courage Award presented to her at the glittering Naledi Theatre Awards held at the Lyric Theatre, Gold Reef City, on April 19. The Award is for courage and perseverance and Young has experienced both since her 'plunge to fame' during a performance of Camelot at the South African State Theatre, when she was severely injured in an accident on stage. Today, Young is an inspiring individual who … [Read more...] about Gaynor Young receives first Lesedi Spirit of Courage Award
Six groups move closer to R80 000 grants
The final day of the ACT | UJ Arts & Culture Conference saw creatives from across the country battle it out in the Pitch Perfect session. Groups that were formed prior to, or at, the conference each had three minutes to impress the judges with an interdisciplinary project idea, but only six of them have moved closer to one of the two R80 000 grants. Sponsored by the National Arts Council (NAC), the Arts & Culture Trust (ACT) and Nedbank Arts Affinity, a total of R160 000 will be made … [Read more...] about Six groups move closer to R80 000 grants
Call for applications for paid ACT internship
The Arts & Culture Trust (ACT) is calling for applications for a six-month full-time internship funded by The National Lotteries Commission (NLC). This Johannesburg-based opportunity will see the successful candidate gain hands-on and significant practical experience, as they work closely with the ACT team on their Scholarships Programme between May and October 2016. ACT is seeking a young graduate with a keen interest in arts administration and the performing arts. The internship … [Read more...] about Call for applications for paid ACT internship
R160 000 in Grants on offer at UJ Arts and Culture Conference
Delegates attending the 2016 ACT | UJ Arts & Culture Conference will have an opportunity to pitch for one of two R80 000 grants for an interdisciplinary project. Sponsored by the National Arts Council (NAC), the Arts & Culture Trust (ACT) and Nedbank Arts Affinity, a total of R160 000 will be made available to two innovative interdisciplinary projects that are developed during the BASA Hatchery session at the two-day #creativeintersections conference. “We are extremely excited to … [Read more...] about R160 000 in Grants on offer at UJ Arts and Culture Conference
Nominations open for the 2016 ImpACT Awards for young artists
The Arts & Culture Trust (ACT) is inviting nominations for the eagerly awaited 2016 ImpACT Awards, which are held annually in recognition and celebration of excellence within the arts, culture and creative sectors in South Africa. Nominations for the 2016 ImpACT Awards for Young Professionals, sponsored by The National Lotteries Commission (NLC) and the Distell Foundation in partnership with Sun International, are now open. This year there will be a total of five ImpACT Awards to honour … [Read more...] about Nominations open for the 2016 ImpACT Awards for young artists
