Today marks a transformative moment for the arts community in Australia with the largest philanthropic gift to performing arts in our history! This morning, we announced a $30 million partnership with Edith Cowan University's Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA). This contribution will fund the world-class fit out of the performance and rehearsal spaces in WAAPA’s new Perth city campus, as well as establish the Premier Visiting Artists Fund, bringing world-renowned artists to inspire and support students to reach their full potential. Set to open in 2026, WAAPA’s new home will bring more than 300 public performances a year to the heart of the city, enriching Perth’s cultural landscape and building on the Perth City Deal, jointly funded by ECU, the Australian and Western Australian Governments. This investment goes beyond facilities, it nurtures the creativity of aspiring artists and plays a vital role in building vibrant and well-connected communities. Roger Cook Clare Pollock John Carey MLA David Templeman MLA #ECUCity #EdithCowanUniversity #MinderooFoundation #WAAPA #PerthCityDeal
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