Culture is about who we are, how we define ourselves and how we make meaning of the world around us. Participation in and access to a vibrant arts program ensures that Greater Bendigo continues to thrive as a creative, innovative and connected community.
Bendigo Venues and Event’s Creative Communities team deliver arts and cultural services through an annual arts program that contributes to the City of Greater Bendigo’s Community Vision 2021-2031: “Greater Bendigo celebrates our diverse community. We are welcoming, sustainable and prosperous. Walking hand-in-hand with the Traditional Custodians of this land. Building on our rich heritage for a bright and happy future”. Our programs are aligned with the various City plans and strategies e.g. Greater CREATIVE Bendigo, Community Plan, Cultural Diversity and Inclusion Plan and ‘Barpangu’ Reconciliation Plan 2021-2025. The team values diversity and inclusion, encourages participation in the arts and promotes the health and wellbeing benefits of creativity and arts participation.
Artists on View
Artists on View supports local artists presenting new work in Dudley House, The Engine Room or Bendigo Bank Theatre.
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There are a number of creative spaces operating within the City of Greater Bendigo, including spaces managed by the City, Temporary Art Spaces, Community and Educational Spaces and Commercial Galleries.
This page includes information about Dudley House, Exhibit B and the Capital Foyer, as well as information about Street art and other creative spaces in the City of Greater Bendigo.
Creative Spaces Education
Bendigo Venues and Events offers schools a host of opportunities that complement a visit to our theatres to watch a live performance. From masterclasses with world class artists and in-school workshops to meet-the-artist and career development talks we have a selection of events taking place all year round to enhance your theatre experience and link to curriculum outcomes.
Education Engagement and Partnerships
We work with rural communities, local artists, across creative industries, with new and emerging communities, NGOs, Government agencies and peak industry bodies.
More information First Nations Art
The role of the Arts Officer First Nations is to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists living and working in Greater Bendigo, to connect artists to opportunities and to facilitate the representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art and culture in the region.
First Nations Art RAW Arts
Since 1997, the RAW Arts Awards have celebrated the creativity of young artists, writers, performers and film makers.
The RAW Arts Awards, a City of Greater Bendigo Initiative, are committed to fostering the talents and artistic pursuits of young people in the region.
RAW Arts Resources for Artists
Arts news and opportunities, Grant programs and other organisations supporting the arts
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