The Helpmann Academy was formed in 1994 as a partnership of the major tertiary arts training institutions in South Australia. It brings together the skills and resources of South Australia's universities and TAFE SA, with courses in music, dance, drama, directing, visual arts, technical theatre production and design. It is named in honour of Sir Robert Helpmann, a famous Australian dancer.
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Helpmann Academy's Board of Governors consists of Vice Chancellors from South Australia's three universities or their delegates, and leading representatives from the arts, creative, cultural and business sectors.
Helpmann Academy is funded by the partner universities, South Australia State Government, philanthropic partners, donors, grants and a small number of businesses, corporate partners.
The Helpmann Academy has strong links with arts institutions across the globe including, Italy, France, China, India, and New Zealand. Exchanges and residencies take place in the visual arts, drama, dance, and music. Visits by performers and artists from around the world are also encouraged.
The Helpmann Academy is a partnership between, Flinders University, College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences; University of Adelaide, Elder Conservatorium of Music; and University of South Australia, Unisa Creative.
The Adelaide Central School of Art ceased its partnership with the Academy in 2016, following changes to funding.[1]
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