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Helpmann Academy We exist to empower emerging creatives to amplify their unique talents and to champion their drive and ambition to build sustainable practices.

The Helpmann Academy is the only organisation of it’s kind in Australia. We support South Australia’s most exciting new artists launch their careers by providing professional development opportunities including grants, mentorships, masterclasses, advisory services and international artist exchanges, all tailored specifically for South Australia’s higher education students, tertiary graduates and emerging artists. The Helpmann Academy is a unique collaborative partnership, unifying the skills and resources of the state's universities. Since 1994 the Helpmann Academy has been empowering emerging creatives, promoting South Australia as a centre for excellence in creative education, and contributing to the artistic community of the state. The Helpmann Academy makes a critical difference in the lives and careers of these emerging artists as they move from the world of study to the rigorous demands of professional practice.

Tonight is the night! Our Creative Innovator Program 2026 Finale is here. Wish our Creative Innovators good luck! Award ...
15/10/2026

Tonight is the night! Our Creative Innovator Program 2026 Finale is here. Wish our Creative Innovators good luck! Award recipients will be announced soon… 📣

13/10/2026

Meet the incredible Shardae Santos ⋆SHARDAE⋆, our Neil Curnow Award 2026 recipient! ✨

Through the Neil Curnow Award, Shardae is heading to Berlin to undertake a five-day physical theatre intensive at the New International Performing Arts Institute, working with mentors Sergei Ostrenko and Gennadiy Ostrenko to deepen her movement and physical performance practice. How exciting!!

This award supports eligible creatives to pursue theatre study outside of SA with up to $10,000 available for international opportunities or up to $7,000 for interstate opportunities! 🌏

Could this be your next step? Applications for 2027 are now open. Check your eligibility and APPLY NOW! Shardae says so 🤭

Helpmann-eligible creatives! We invite you to join us for Spirit of Place, a free, First Nations-led workshop guided by ...
13/10/2026

Helpmann-eligible creatives! We invite you to join us for Spirit of Place, a free, First Nations-led workshop guided by Kaurna Elder Uncle Mickey Kumatpi Marrutya O’Brien.

Develop and deepen your cultural understanding to engage respectfully and meaningfully with First Nations people, stories and contexts.

This is a unique opportunity to build your cultural capability and develop a more informed, ethical and respectful approach to your future creative practice. A stronger connection to place, story, and community can broaden the way you think about your practice, your ideas, and the work you create.

📅 Tuesday 10 November 2026
⏰ 2pm–5pm
📍 Tirkanthi Yangadlitya, Barr Smith Library, Adelaide University

This free workshop is open to Helpmann-eligible creatives, with limited places available. Register your spot today! https://events.humanitix.com/spirit-of-place-workshop-10-11-26

Images supplied by Uncle Mickey Kumatpi Marrutya O’Brien.

Applications are now OPEN for our 12 month 215 Magill Residency 2027, offering an emerging artist or designer the time, ...
13/10/2026

Applications are now OPEN for our 12 month 215 Magill Residency 2027, offering an emerging artist or designer the time, space and freedom to develop new work and immerse themselves in a community of practising artists and makers. 🛠️🍶🫟

Located in Maylands, 215 Magill is a design studio and workshop equipped with tools, machinery and space to bring ideas to life!

Want to see the space before you apply? Join us for a studio tour on Wednesday 28 October to take a closer look!

Book a studio tour via the link in our bio. Limited spots available!

Thinking about taking your theatre practice further?The Neil Curnow Award 2027 provides up to $10,000 for overseas study...
09/10/2026

Thinking about taking your theatre practice further?

The Neil Curnow Award 2027 provides up to $10,000 for overseas study or $7,000 for interstate study, supporting emerging theatre practitioners to pursue professional development opportunities beyond South Australia.

For Helpmann eligible applicants only! Check your eligibility on our ‘Who We Support’ webpage before applying.

📅 Applications close Tuesday 27 October, 11.59pm ACDT.

October opportunities are HERE! Neil Curnow Award 2027 🎭 Up to $10,000 for theatre training outside of South Australia.P...
02/10/2026

October opportunities are HERE!

Neil Curnow Award 2027 🎭 Up to $10,000 for theatre training outside of South Australia.

Project Curator Mentorship 2027 🎨 $5,000 cash + mentorship valued at $10,000 for visual arts curatorial practice (curating our Graduate Exhibition in 2027!!)

COMING SOON... 215 Magill Residency 🪵 12-month studio residency for visual artists & designers.

Find out more and apply here: https://helpmannacademy.com.au/opportunities/

LAST CHANCE FOR 2026! 🚨Development Grants close tomorrow, Tuesday 29 September at 11:59pm ACST!Apply for up to $3,000 to...
27/09/2026

LAST CHANCE FOR 2026! 🚨

Development Grants close tomorrow, Tuesday 29 September at 11:59pm ACST!

Apply for up to $3,000 to help develop your creative practice, whether you’re working on new ideas or projects, building your skills, accessing mentorship or taking your work to new audiences. 💡🎨🚀

Finalise your application and get it in before the deadline!

🔗 Find out more, check your eligibility and apply now: https://helpmannacademy.com.au/development-grants-apply-now/

📸 Melissa Pullinger in Meteors, photo by Missy Snaps.

Development Grants are made possible through the generosity of John Phillips and the Government of South Australia through CreateSA.

Final-year students, did you see us on campus at What’s Brewing? 👀☕Our Development Grants are the first opportunity you’...
25/09/2026

Final-year students, did you see us on campus at What’s Brewing? 👀☕

Our Development Grants are the first opportunity you’re eligible for!

With up to $3,000 available, you could put the funding towards developing new work, building your skills, working with a mentor or exploring a new opportunity in your first year out of uni.

Applications close next week!

🔗 Find out more and apply here: https://helpmannacademy.com.au/development-grants-apply-now/

There’s still time to apply for a Helpmann Academy $2,500 scholarship for 's 2027 Associate Program! Applications close ...
23/09/2026

There’s still time to apply for a Helpmann Academy $2,500 scholarship for 's 2027 Associate Program! Applications close next Wednesday, 30 September…

Designed for emerging artists and designers working across Ceramics, Glass, Furniture, and Jewellery/Metal, the program supports you to build the professional and entrepreneurial skills needed for a thriving creative career. 💪

Don’t miss out, head to the link in our bio for application details!

📷: (2026 recipient): Photo

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Suite 417, Level 4, 147 Pirie Street
Adelaide, SA
5000

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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08 7089 0720

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