“This critical funding will assist the Exchange Hotel in creating safe and inclusive spaces for artists and audiences. The project will support the venue’s capacity for programming activity and support local acts.”
Horsham’s Exchange Hotel has traditionally used a large outdoor shed area at the rear of the hotel for live performances.
The Federal Government has pledged to help ‘reactivate’ live music across Australia through the funding program.
Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts Minister Paul Fletcher said the grants were aimed at supporting the immediate needs of the Australian live music industry.
“The Australian music industry is facing particular pressures in light of the severe impacts of COVID-19. That is why we are pleased to continue to support local venues to increase performance opportunities and showcase Australian talent,” he said.
“Round two of the program is funding venues in every state and territory, from pubs in the remote outback, to clubs and theatres in major capital cities, assisting them to reopen as restrictions on public gatherings and live music performance are lifted.”
In August 2020, the government announced the opening of the Live Music Australia program, which will allocate $5-million in funding annually over four years.
Applications for round three of the program open later this year. For the list of round two recipients and for information on how to apply for round three, people can visit www.grants.gov.au or www.arts.gov.au.
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