Tuesday 12 September


PRE-APAF


Arts QLD Information Session  

Online, 10AM – 11AM

Queensland delegates are invited to join Arts QLD for this online information session about funding opportunities for the local performing arts sector.


National Dance Sector Gathering  

Thomas Dixon Centre
406 Montague Street, West End, QLD, 4101
2PM – 7:30PM

Ausdance QLD and Queensland Ballet, with the Ausdance network are hosting a National Dance Gathering for the dance sector – incorporating the National Dance Managers’ meeting and guided conversations addressing topical issues and concerns. This is your opportunity to meet, share and explore challenges we all face, the day before APAF – think of it like a warm up!

Program:
2pm – National Dance Managers’ Meeting & National Dance Gathering
6pm – Networking & Cocktails

Hosted by Ausdance QLD and Queensland Ballet.


First Nations Gathering 

Online, 5 – 6PM

Indigenous delegates are invited to connect, before the forum officially kicks off, at a casual afternoon catch-up.

Hosted by Emily Coleman (Associate Curator, 2023 APAF)


Meanjin Meet-Up

7 – 10PM

If you are already in Meanjin, we recommend connecting with other APAF attendees for an informal catch-up. We suggest the Australian Retirement Trust Festival Garden as a gathering place that’s wheelchair accessible. 



Day 1: Wednesday 13 September >>>