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Momentum Leaders
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Momentum Leaders has been developed through the annual collaboration between the Arts8, a group of eight national training organisations. This deeper partnership between the Australian Youth Orchestra (AYO) and the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) connects emerging creatives in an immersive training project aligned with both organisations’ strategic priorities, fostering collaborations that will resonate throughout their careers. The Australian arts world is strengthened by connections that spark interdisciplinary projects and support the National Cultural Policy—Revive pillars.
AYO CEO, Kimbali Harding, says of the partnership: “Momentum Leaders is a bold step forward in how we prepare young artists for their careers. By bringing together musicians, composers, and theatre-makers, we are fostering a generation of creative leaders equipped to shape Australia’s cultural future with confidence and originality.”
NIDA CEO, Liz Hughes, shares her thoughts on the collaboration: “This partnership with AYO reflects our shared commitment to developing versatile, forward-thinking artists who are employment-ready upon graduation in the creative industries. Momentum Leaders nurtures the collaboration and adaptability required in today’s arts sector, ensuring success for graduates in an ever-changing creative landscape.”
We look forward to sharing all the stages of this special partnership here over the course of the year.
A New Partnership Between AYO and NIDA Brings Together Australia’s Next Generation of Creative Leaders
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