Performance Residencies in Australia

Agency

Unit 102 / 35 Johnston St., Australia

Name of Residency: Agency AiRAgency AiR is a program of residencies dedicated to First Nations participants, developed by Agency in collaboration with different partners. The program includes: urban residencies, regional residencies, community-based residencies, hybrid residencies (with both IRL and digital components), and international residencies. Residencies are offered to First Nations artists, curators, writers, cultural leaders, Elders, experts and art practitioners—selected by invitation

Broken Hill Art Exchange Inc

Australia

Name of Residency: Broken Hill Art Exchange @ The GrandThe Broken Hill Art Exchange residencies @ The Grand is centrally located heritage building in the city centre.  Applications are open year round for all disciplines of art and academia. BHAE describes itself as “an interdisciplinary organisation dedicated to building the creative industries of Broken Hill and the Far western region of New South Wales, Australia”. As such, BHAE has played host to artists and researchers from all over Austral

Bundanon

Illaroo, Australia

Bundanon's Artists in Residence program, set within the cultural and natural landscape of Australia, is one of the most extensive of its kind nationally. Established by Arthur and Yvonne Boyd, the program has been operational since 1997, supporting over 250 artists annually across all creative disciplines, including visual arts, writing, music, and performance. Located in a region renowned for its scenic beauty, this program not only offers a retreat for artists but also a vibrant community space for creative exploration and public engagement. The residency facilities at Bundanon include studios, rehearsal spaces, and accommodation in single and shared apartments, as well as self-contained cottages capable of hosting up to 10 people. The program is designed to encourage artistic development without the pressure of specified outcomes, allowing for experimental and exploratory approaches to art-making. This supportive environment is supplemented by various fellowships and awards, aimed at providing financial assistance and facilitating creative growth. Structured through collaborations with various arts organizations and cultural agencies, Bundanon’s residency program serves as an incubator for innovative practices and a forum for cultivating deep connections among artists from around the world. With its commitment to diversity and inclusion, the program particularly encourages applications from First Nations artists, artists with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse artists, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Creative Australia

Level 5, Australia

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Critical Path

Edgecliff, Australia

Critical Path is Australia's leading centre for choreographic research and development, supporting independent choreographers through residencies, public events, and critical dialogues. Located in Sydney, it offers programs including studio access at The Drill Hall, office space, and equipment for durations up to three months. Residencies focus on pushing boundaries in contemporary dance practice, often featuring collaborations between artists.

Eramboo Artist Environment

Australia

Eramboo is a contemporary creative place on the edge of a World Heritage National Park, where artists flourish and nurture connections between art, nature and the community.Eramboo Artist in Residence program provides artists with an inspirational bushland setting for developing a body of work or a site responsive project or to simply to grow creatively. Artists can immerse themselves in a peaceful natural environment where they can truly focus on their work.A live in residency is ideal for regi

Fremantle Arts Centre

Australia

Name of Residency: Fremantle Arts CentreFremantle Arts Centre hosts a residency program which provides opportunities for artists to work on short to mid-term projects, connect with the local, national and international art community and potentially feed into broader exhibition programs, events and learning opportunities. We endeavour to foster rich and diverse experiences for contributing artists.There are ten studios on the Fremantle Art Centre grounds varied in size and suitability for differe

Gertrude Contemporary

Melbourne, Australia

Gertrude Contemporary in Melbourne, Australia, offers the Studio Residency Program, initiated in 1985, which supports 16 artists for two-year periods through a highly competitive application process, with studios located at their Preston South premises. These non-residential studios are highly subsidised (with a $300 monthly fee) and cater to professional contemporary artists working in diverse mediums including sculpture, painting, performance, installation, photography, video, drawing, and experimental practices. Additionally, they provide invitation-only residencies for visiting international artists and curators at the partnered Norma Redpath Studio, facilitating engagement with Melbourne's art community.

House Conspiracy

Australia

Name of Residency: International Artist Residency (Meanjin/Brisbane, Australia)Our residency program offers creatives across fields an amazing opportunity to practice, play, and exhibit in an active art space. Located in the heart of thriving creative community of Kurilpa/West End, in Meanjin/Brisbane (Australia’s third biggest city), House Conspiracy is walking distance to many art spaces, including QAG & GOMA (two of Australia’s leading art galleries).Residencies typically culminate in an exhi

Hurstville Museum & Gallery Georges River Council

Australia

The Georges River Artist in Residence program, managed by Hurstville Museum & Gallery, provides artists with time and space to explore new ideas, experiment with their art forms, and interact with the local community through public programs. The Carss Park Artist's Cottage offers a studio and accommodation for one artist for up to three months, suitable for a wide range of art forms with opportunities for local, regional, and international artists.

Natimuk Exile

Australia

Name of Residency: Natimuk ExileThe residency invites artists of many genres to come and be inspired by the local environment. The area has inspired many artists over the years and includes many national parks including Wyperfeld, Big Desert, Little Desert, and the beautiful Grampians (Gariwerd), the Ramsar nominated salt-lake chain, and Mt Arapiles (Djurrite). It is a great space for visual artists, photographers, writers, musicians, but can also be used for dancers, and theatre makers (utilisi

Q Bank Gallery

Australia

Name of Residency: Q Bank GalleryCall for Applicants: Art Residency ProgramWe are thrilled to announce the opening of applications for our Art Residency Program. This unique opportunity allows artists to immerse themselves in a peaceful, secluded environment while continuing their creative work. Whether you’re a painter, writer, digital artist, sculptor, or working in any other medium, this residency is designed to offer you uninterrupted time and space to focus on your craft.Residency Overvie

Salamanca Arts Centre

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

Salamanca Arts Centre, located in Hobart, Tasmania, offers a self-funded arts residency program at its historic Artists’ Cottage. This program welcomes artists of all disciplines, including visual arts, literature, performing arts, music, and more, for solo or collaborative residencies. The Artists’ Cottage, a fully equipped, self-contained Georgian sandstone home, provides a nurturing environment for creative work and exploration. Residents benefit from access to additional spaces and studios within the Centre, fostering engagement with the vibrant local arts community. The residency program aims to support artistic development through a mix of mentorship, workshops, and professional opportunities. Salamanca Arts Centre’s central location in Battery Point offers residents easy access to the cultural and natural attractions of Hobart. The Centre has a long history of hosting artists and providing a supportive environment for creative endeavors. With a commitment to enriching the community through contemporary arts practice, Salamanca Arts Centre continues to be a vital cultural hub in Tasmania.

The Corridor Project

Australia

Name of Residency: CORRIDOR AiRThe Corridor Project is a not-for-profit multidisciplinary arts and cultural organisation providing a platform for residence, education, cultural pursuits, and/or research, where alternative methodologies can be explored and developed. CORRIDOR AiR opportunities have been structured for professional creatives, students and community seeking a space to think, slow down and create work in a natural environment.The Corridor Project is located in the dramatic lan

The F Project

Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia

The F Project Artist Residency is based in the scenic and historical region of Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia. It welcomes artists from across the globe to reside and work in a creative, supportive environment on the traditional lands of the Peek Whurrong and Gunditjmara people. With an extensive residence and garden, artists are offered opportunities to advance their creative practice, whether individually or in groups. The residency encourages a diverse range of artistic disciplines, including painting, printmaking, performance, and screen-based art. Located in the heart of Warrnambool, artists have easy access to local attractions, natural landscapes, and vibrant cultural institutions. Art studios and gallery spaces are available upon request, offering a comprehensive creative experience for resident artists.