• Australian Government / Australia Council for the Arts
  • Brisbane Powerhouse Arts
  • Monday 22 Feb

    Day 1:

    The opening day of APAM 2016 featuring the welcome lunch, keynote event, opening ceremony and showcases not to be missed.

  • Tuesday 23 Feb

    Day 2:

    Come and be part of The Exchange, hosted at our hotel partner, Sofitel Brisbane Central. APAM's program of over 20 on-display booths, speed dating, pecha kucha style sessions and panel discussions will begin at 9am before our shuttle bus service will transfer everyone to our first day of exciting showcases at QPAC.

  • Wednesday 24 Feb

    Day 3:

    Begin your day at the Sofitel Brisbane Central with a quick-fire guide to international touring and collaborating at the APAM 2016 Round Tables. The afternoon at Brisbane Powerhouse will bring you works-in-development pitches and a night of music on the Turbine Platform.

  • Thursday 25 Feb

    Day 4:

    Our last morning of The Exchange is your final chance to visit the on-display booths and explore some of the artists, companies, collectives and funding agencies promoting their work. Then join us from 1pm at QPAC for showcases from leading Australian artists and companies.

  • Friday 26 Feb

    Day 5:

    APAM isn't over yet! Day 5 of APAM at the Judith Wright Centre will be your only chance to witness showcases of large-scale works as well as transformative performances of theatre, music and dance. Use this final opportunity for conversations and networking throughout the morning and afternoon before Brisbane Powerhouse will send you off with a very special goodbye.

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22 February

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APAM'S ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE

Various times @ Various venues throughout APAM

Drawing inspiration from our Welcoming Words Keynote provocation on ideas around legacy, self-definition and civic significance, APAM is thrilled to welcome three Artists in Residence.

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THE LOW DOWN

75 minutes » 10:30am - 11:45am @ Turbine Platform, Brisbane Powerhouse

The Low Down is an informal get together offering delegates a comprehensive outline of the 2016 program, venues and other information.

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WELCOMING WORDS - APAM'S KEYNOTE EVENT

90 minutes » 12:00pm - 1:30pm @ Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse

Four dynamic international artistic leaders address the ways they define themselves in relation to personal identity, community and art.

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BRISBANE'S BIG BACKYARD BBQ

2 hours » 1:30pm - 3:30pm @ New Farm Park, Brisbane Powerhouse

This meet, greet and eat event offers the perfect opportunity to get to know the artists, presenters, producers and managers that you'll be sharing the next five days with in an informal and relaxed environment.

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APAM 2016 OPENING CEREMONY

60 minutes » 5:00pm - 6:00pm @ New Farm Park, Brisbane Powerhouse

A Traditional Protocol to officially welcome visiting dignitaries and First Nations people by the local host Clan Groups.

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FUNCTION: OPENING NIGHT CELEBRATION

2 hours » 7:30pm - 9:30pm @ Brisbane Powerhouse

APAM takes over Brisbane Powerhouse for a special opening celebration and networking party proudly hosted by the Australia Council for the Arts.

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APAM'S LATE NIGHT HOTSPOT

10:00pm - 11:59pm @ Sonny's House of Blues, Brisbane City

After a day at the market, it's time to kick back and relax - no WiFi here!

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23 February

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ZOOM-IN: ON THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES

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90 minutes » 8:00am - 9:30am @ Restaurant Space (Prive249), Sofitel Brisbane Central

Take a closer look... This ZOOM-IN session gets right to the heart of making theatre for young audiences.

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SPEED DATING

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3 hours » 9:00am - 12:00pm @ Ballroom 1, Sofitel Brisbane Central

Speed Dating at APAM offers 15 minute one-on-one encounters with presenters and promoters to discuss possibilities for future collaboration or presentation.

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GLOBAL SNAPSHOTS

90 minutes » 9:15am - 10:45am @ Ballroom 3, Sofitel Brisbane Central

Get to know presenters from around the world, one image at a time.

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TALKING HEADS: APAM'S PANEL SERIES

60 minutes » 11:00am - 12:00pm @ Ballroom 2 & 3, Sofitel Brisbane Central
Tuesday & Thursday

Talking Heads is a series of dynamic discussions that respond to four distinct issues in the arts today.

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FUNCTION: A NIGHT WITH KOREA

2 hours » 9:00pm - 11:00pm @ Watt Restaurant, Brisbane Powerhouse

Join us riverside at WATT Restaurant for a special function hosted by APAM with the support of the Australia-Korea Foundation.

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24 February

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WATER AEROBICS

60 minutes » 8:00am - 9:00am @ Sofitel Pool, Sofitel Brisbane Central

Wake up with a splash!

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OUTSIDE EYES - EXPANDING THE CONVERSATION WITH ABC'S RADIO NATIONAL

Various times @ Various venues throughout APAM

Sharing the ideas and conversations of APAM 2016 on Radio National.

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SPEED(O) DATING

3 hours » 9:00am - 12:00pm @ Ballroom 1, Sofitel Brisbane Central

Speed Dating offers 15 minute one-on-one encounters with presenters and promoters.

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THE ROUND TABLES

120 minutes » 10:00am - 12:00pm @ Ballroom 3, Sofitel Brisbane Central

Join industry professionals at a Round Tables session and learn more about overseas touring, collaboration and the latest on the international scene.

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FUNCTION: A NIGHT WITH CANADA

2 hours » 10:00pm - 12:00am @ Turbine Platform, Brisbane Powerhouse

Following evening performances and showcases, Canada Council for the Arts invites you stick around Brisbane Powerhouse to drink, dance and celebrate.

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25 February

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NEEDS, WANTS, DESIRES - INDUSTRY WORKSHOP

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90 minutes » 9:30am - 11:00am @ Ballroom 1, Sofitel Brisbane Central

Creating art that balances the needs, wants and desires of art makers, presenters and audiences.

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ZOOM-IN: ON CANADA

60 minutes » 9:30am - 10:30am @ Ballroom 2, Sofitel Brisbane Central

Take a closer look… This ZOOM-IN session gets right to the heart of the arts in Canada.

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26 February

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TEMPORARY SHELTER

9:00am - 10:00pm @ HQ - Graffiti Room, Brisbane Powerhouse

Temporary Shelter is about finding our way in uncertain times. Drop into Temporary Shelter HQ to meet, download and discuss ideas big and small.

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ZOOM-IN: ON CIRCUS AND PHYSICAL THEATRE IN AUSTRALIA

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90 minutes » 9:30am - 11:00am @ The Judith Wright Centre, Music Rehearsal Room

Take a closer look... This ZOOM-IN session gets right to the heart of circus and physical theatre.

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APAM 2016 CLOSING REMARKS

45 minutes » 4:15pm - 5:00pm @ Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse

After five days filled with ideas, conversations, showcases, pitches and parties, it is time to wrap up and bid a fond farewell to APAM 2016.

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