Festivals are key producers and presenters of the arts in Ireland and are essential for engaging large and diverse audiences. The Arts Council acknowledges the rich variety of artform practice areas presented by festivals and their critical role in broadening public access to the arts.
Festivals Policy & Strategy 2020-2025
Arts Council of Ireland - An Chomhairle Ealaíon,
24 November 2020, Ireland
Ireland
Ireland’s commercial creative services sector backed to grow in new global markets
New Arts Council Report ‘Open Up’ uncovers why Black and Black Irish artists have high rates of ineligible funding applications relative to all other ethnic groups
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Europe
‘On the Move’ Global Cultural Gathering in Caernarfon
Caretaker Minister Todorov to Focus on Legislative Changes to Protect, Develop Culture, Improving Work of National Culture Fund
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Government (public) support
Creative Australia delivers matched funding boost for creative projects
Government commits to spur creative economy
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Festivals
World Summit on Arts and Culture: Arts Council Korea to host 10th edition in Seoul in May 2025
Reimagining the Role of Culture: Manifesta Announces 15th Biennial in Barcelona, Spain
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