Magnify: Live Arts application

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Magnify: Live Arts supports western Sydney artists to develop new projects to be presented live.

We define live as performing in real time to an audience.

Blacktown Arts will provide:

  • mentoring
  • 1 week of residency space in western Sydney in November
  • financial support to develop a new live project idea.

This program encourages artists to experiment with new ideas, become part of a cohort of fellow residents, and be supported by guest mentors and the Blacktown Arts team.

Applications are open to live art projects across a range of art forms, including (but not limited to):

  • performance
  • dance
  • music composition
  • theatre.

Individuals and groups are welcome to apply. 

Key dates:  

Applications open: Wednesday 3 June, 2026

Information session: Thursday 11 June 2026, from 5.30 pm to 6.30 pm

Applications close: Monday 29 June, 2026


Visit Blacktown Arts website for more information and to apply

Check your eligibility and important information by reading the Magnify Live Arts guidelines before applying.

Need assistance?

If you have questions or need help with your application, email: blacktownarts@blacktown.nsw.gov.au

 

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