Touring investment drives more exceptional arts experiences across Queensland

• The Crisafulli Government has delivered almost $600,000 to 10 artists to tour vibrant arts experiences across Queensland. 
• Queenslanders living in regional and remote communities will experience innovative multi-art events, visual art exhibitions, music, dance and cultural storytelling through the tours. 
• The Crisafulli Government is delivering better services through a stronger economy after a decade of decline under Labor.  

The Crisafulli Government is delivering almost $600,000 to 10 artists and organisations to drive vibrant creative experiences to regional and remote Queensland communities.  

From September, beatboxing, memoir writing, musical theatre and country music will be among the experiences heading across the State through the latest round of the Touring Queensland Fund. 

It’s just one of the ways the Crisafulli Government is delivering better services through a stronger economy after a decade of decline under Labor.   

Under the former Labor Government, regional arts workers were neglected and rural and remote Queenslanders missed out on enjoying vibrant arts experiences.  

The Crisafulli Government’s $391.9 million Arts Budget is strengthening the foundations for a fresh start with more support for the screen industry, festivals and events, and upgrades to Queensland’s key creative venues.   

Minister for Education and the Arts John-Paul Langbroek said Queenslanders would have more access to enriching arts and cultural experiences. 

“The Crisafulli Government is delivering funding to regional arts workers to ensure they can deliver exceptional experiences for Queenslanders,” Minister Langbroek said.  

“Location shouldn’t be a barrier to accessing the arts and this funding helps to drive access across communities.   

“The funding will be shared between 10 successful applicants, who will tour performing arts, visual arts, hands on workshops and cultural activities to communities across the State including Hughenden, Coolmunda, Biloela and Hope Vale. 

“Arts tours provide Queensland communities with the opportunity to engage with a range of visiting artists and companies, while providing employment opportunities for Queensland’s creative workforce. 

“Our 10-year arts and culture strategy, Queensland’s Time to Shine, prioritises arts for all Queenslanders, ensuring regional communities can access the best arts and cultural experiences in local venues and spaces.” 

Monto Museum of Art Director, Matthew Jamieson said the Monto Museum of Art was delighted to receive its first Arts Queensland funding.  

“This investment will assist Monto Museum of Art present the works of my father, the nationally significant local Monto artist, Gil Jamieson (1934-1992), through three curated touring exhibitions in Bundaberg, Rockhampton and Mundubbera,” Mr Jamieson said. 

Red Chair’s Compass project will tour six independent Queensland music productions to eight regional communities in 2027, with presentations including beloved cinema music, folk, rock, pop, contemporary classical and engagement with local choirs. 

Red Chair and Laura Bamford will receive additional funding of up to $10,000 to support access costs for artists and audiences with disabilities, including the services of Auslan interpreters and captioning.  

Further information on the Touring Queensland Fund and the full list of recipients can be found here: https://www.arts.qld.gov.au/funding-opportunities/funding/touring-queensland-fund  

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