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Application for Regional Young People to Attend the VIII World Shakespeare Congress on 17 July 2006 Performance Monday Registration and Regional Travel Grant

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A limited number of applicants will receive funding for travel to Performance Monday in Brisbane on 17 July 2006 as part of the VIII World Shakespeare Congress. • Applicants are reminded that they should not make any financial commitment expecting that they will receive funding. Eligibility • The application for a travel grant provided by the Department of Communities is open to young professional artists, artsworkers or cultural workers from regional Queensland. The artists, artsworkers and cultural workers must: * have specialist training in their field (not necessarily in academic institutions); * be recognised by their peers (professional practitioners working in the artform area); *be committed to devoting significant time to the artistic activity; and *have a history of public presentation. • The successful applicants must be able to demonstrate the benefit of attending Arts Queensland Performance Monday • The successful applicants must be residents of regional Queensland and be aged over 18 years and under 26 years. Regional areas include larger urban growth centres close to Brisbane , such as the Gold Coast, Logan and Ipswich, regional centres, rural and remote areas and isolated communities across Queensland. • The successful applicants will receive up to $500 travel allowance, provided by the Department of Communities and complimentary Monday registration, provided by Arts Queensland. Successful applicants will receive the following entitlements as part of their day registration: * access to keynote addresses, panel sessions and seminars presented on Monday 17 July * opportunity to participate in a limited number of workshops and masterclasses * admission to industry exhibition * morning and afternoon tea * a satchel containing Congress handbook and other Congress material * admission to networking cocktail function at the Supreme Court

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All additional expenses, including Brisbane travel and accommodation, are the responsibility of the applicant.

Deadline : Application submission deadline: Friday 9 June

ACTIVITY DETAILS VIII World Shakespeare Congress Performance Monday to be held at Brisbane City Hall on Monday 17 July 2006 Arts Queensland Performing Shakespeare Monday The program for Monday 17 July 2006 has been developed to allow a number of key international and national performers and artists to explore Shakespeare in performance. Sessions currently include a keynote lecture and masterclass with acclaimed director Gale Edwards, a discussion about Shakespeare and Dance with Lar Lubovitch, Director of the Lar Lubovitch Dance Company, New York and rehearsed reading of Al-Asadi's Forget Hamlet. A number of limited number workshops will also explore specific aspects of Shakespeare in performance. A limited number of grants have been provided by the Department of Communities and Arts Queensland to develop the creative and entrepreneurial skills of young regional Queensland artists and arts workers by enabling them to participate in this exciting program.

Please send your application or hand deliver to the following address: World Shakespeare 2006 Event Planners Australia PO Box 1280 Milton Queensland 4064 Telephone: +61 (0)7 3858 5568 Facsimile: +61 (0)7 3858 5510 Email: [email protected] Website: www.shakespeare2006.net

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ESSENTIAL SUPPORT MATERIAL I have provided a current one-page A4 CV. I have completed the application form

STATISTICAL INFORMATION The information you provide here is collated with other statistical information and may contribute to the development of Arts Queensland’s processes to ensure our services are accessible and equitable for all Queenslanders.

Do you identify with any of the groups listed below? Aboriginal peoples Torres Strait Islander People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds Young people (under 26 years of age) People with a disability Regional Queenslanders

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Professional Development Application for VIII World Shakespeare Congress

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Performance Monday Registration and Regional Travel Grant Please tell us what skills this activity will develop and how it will contribute to your professional development as an artist or cultural worker. Start typing here

DECLARATION I certify that to the best of my knowledge, information and belief, the information provided in this form and support material is true and correct and is a full and accurate account of my experiences and activities. I understand that if VIII World Congress approves the day registration I will be required to accept the General Conditions of complimentary day registration, and any special conditions of attendance. I understand that this application will be assessed through an internal assessment process. I give permission for VIII World Shakespeare Congress to release my contact details to other agencies and/or media and/ /or general public if my application is successful.

The Department of Communities is providing up to $500 to successful applicants towards their travel costs. Please tell us how much money will you need to travel to Brisbane and return home. If you need more than $500 for travel and therefore need to meet the difference, you should also the total cost of your travel, including your own contribution.

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