Brand X considers the safety of its audience, artists and staff as our top priority. Understanding that social distancing is critical to slowing down the rate of COVID-19 infection, we have temporarily reduced our rehearsal and performance space services. CHECK WHAT WE ARE STILL DOING. Read more
Understanding that social distancing is critical to slowing down the rate of COVID-19 infection, the remaining season of The Flying Nun has been postponed until later in the year as is our EOI for artists to apply to be part of SEASON 6. Read more
Free to Artist Pass holders, Brand X offer a program of peer-to-peer training for artists to build the practical skills required to work as a freelance multidisciplinary professional in Sydney. The program aims to foster self-reliance and self-determination for the sector by skill-sharing technical knowledge in different fields of the creative industry. Read more
Funding is still available for "Live Music and Performance" and "Night-Time Diversification" projects. The opportunity to apply for City Of Sydney's business support grants is open until 9 March 2020. Read more
We are testing a new text message service for performing artists who wish to make use of vacant rehearsal space when a last-minute cancellation is received. First-in responses can receive a 50% discount for their hire of otherwise vacant space. Register here! Read more
Ahead to his new show "THEY TOOK ME TO A QUEER BAR", Tommy Misa writes about gentrification and queer nightlife through his own experience since he moved to Sydney from Canberra when he was 18 years old. Read more
White Rhino Artspace, a multifunctional art space in St Leonards’ TWT Creative Precinct, has launched its program for March with 2 different exhibitions and a workshop open to all those who want to experiment with their creative side. Read more
Applications are now open for both DirtyFeet's 2020 Out of the Studio and Choreographic Lab Programs. With a total of five opportunities available, apply for one or both! Both applications close Monday 30 March 2020. Read more
Applications for Round Two of the Arts and Cultural Funding program are open. You can apply for Project funding, Annual Organisation funding, and Creative Koori Projects funding. All Applications close 5pm, 5 March 2020 Read more
Brand X’s performance showcase is back again with our 5th season. 13 new performance projects will take over the space at the East Sydney Community & Arts Centre during the weekends from January till May 2020. Tickets on sale for only $25 (or $20 if you hold a current Artist Pass subscription). Read more
In 2019 we housed more than 70 artists and organisations in our semi-permanent studios and provided over 6560 hours of rehearsal space hire for performing artists to develop their craft across our spaces in Darlinghurst, St Leonards and Tempe. We hosted over 30 performances as part of The Flying Nun program and with a total audience of more than 1700 people coming through our doors at the East Sydney Community & Arts Centre (ESCAC) generating $22,500 in box office for participating artists. Read more
The Artist Expedition Society (AES) is a tour company and artist collective born from a desire to share experiences with nature and the outdoors. They have teamed up with World Expeditions to provide the hiking trip of a lifetime for 8 outdoorsy artists on the Larapinta Trail in Australia in Winter 2020. Read more
Exclusive to Artist Pass holders, Brand X offers a program of peer-to-peer training for artists to build the practical skills required to work as a freelance multidisciplinary professional in Sydney. The program aims to foster self-reliance and self-determination for the sector by skill-sharing technical knowledge in sound recording, lighting design and exhibition rigging. Read more
Last week at the Australian Design Centre, the City of Sydney and Brand X welcomed the 10 awarded artists from the Creative Live/Work Spaces Program into their new home for the next 12 months on William St, Darlinghurst and Waterloo Library. Read more
The ProtoSHOP by Brand X is a celebration of creative risk-taking and an opportunity for customers to purchase truly unique gifts. A limited edition of only 10 units will be available at the ProtoSHOP. INNOVATION and ARTIST INCOME are the main focus of this project. Buying at the ProtoSHOP means that you will be supporting local artists and helping them to keep developing their practice. Read more
Contact Sheet offers an engaging program of masterclasses for photographers who are seeking to advance their artistic or professional practice. Spaces are limited to ensure that sessions are interactive and enjoyable. Read more
"Arts and Cultural Funding Program 2019/20" Thanks to Create NSW, Small Project Grants support the creation, development and presentation of new work and professional development or promotion for NSW-based professional artists and arts and cultural workers. Apply now until the end of June 2020. Read more
Urban Theatre Projects is inviting late-night voice messages for the Nightline Art & About Edition. UTP invites you to share what’s on your mind by leaving an anonymous after-midnight voice message on The Nightline. Read more
Brand X recently had openings for Visual Artist studios, office space, desk space for Creative Business and Visual Artists at St Leonards. All spaces have access to shared kitchen and Bathroom,NBN wifi, 24/7 access. Affordable spaces for Artists. Read more
Students from Western Sydney University deliver their findings on the Economic Impact to the City of Sydney Night-time Economy from Audience Attendance at The Flying Nun. This excerpt from the full report indicates that on average, $87 per person is injected into the Darlinghurst economy providing an example of the positive multiplier effects that have been generated by this small performance venue. Read more
Woolahra Small Sculpture Prize Exhibition is on until 3 November at Woolahra Council Chambers. Brand X resident Artists Tina Fox is part of this year exhibition as a finalist. Read more
Harriet Gillies has been awarded the "Best Experimental Show" at the 2019 Melbourne Fringe Festival for her new work "The Power of the Holy Spirit" coming to The Flying Nun for 2 nights in November (15 & 16). Read more
The Parliament of New South Wales' Joint Select Committee releases its recommendations to revitalise Sydney's Night Time Economy, identifying proactive steps that should now be taken to encourage and support the growth and innovation of life after dark in Sydney. Read more
Thanks to City of Sydney, The Flying Nun by Brand X is the recipient of grant funding for Season 5 commencing in January 2020. This funding will enable us to offer 13 performance projects $1300 each towards realising their artistic vision. Read more