Frankston Arts Centre has been honoured with an Australian Performing Arts Centre IMPACT Award for its outstanding Arts Access program.
The program, designed to engage vulnerable and disadvantaged members of the community, has been recognised for its significant contribution to fostering inclusive participation in the arts.
“The Frankston Arts Centre’s legacy of investment in the accessibility space wouldn’t be
possible without the unwavering support from Frankston City Council, our dedicated
community participants, the Disability Access and Inclusion Committee, Frankston Arts
Advisory Committee, the entire Frankston Arts Centre team and incredible artists who have
delivered these transformative programs over the years,” said Frankston Arts Centre Head of Programming, Heidi Irvine .
Manager Arts and Culture, Tammy Ryan, said the award highlighted Frankston’s award-
winning status as the cultural and artistic hub of the South East, with a strong commitment to inclusion.
“Frankston is a beacon of excellence, with our Arts Centre at the heart of this
vibrancy. It hosts an array of award-winning shows and workshops that cater to all in our
community, ensuring that everyone feels welcome,” she said.
The IMPACT Awards, presented by Performing Arts Connections (PAC) Australia, were
announced last week at the Geelong Arts Centre during the Australian Performing
Arts Exchange (APAX).
The annual national awards celebrate leadership and excellence in the performing arts, with a particular focus on initiatives that create lasting positive effects within communities.
“We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the winners who have truly exemplified impact and excellence in their artistic work,” said PAC Australia’s Executive Director, Katherine Connor.
