Darebin Arts Speakeasy 2025 Development Program Application

Applications are now open to develop and test new performance-based works at either Darebin Arts Centre or Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre in 2025.

Since 2013, Darebin City Council’s award winning year-round independent arts program has become an influential hub for performing artists to develop and test new work without the pressure of production and connect with a community of practice. Successful applicants receive a cash stipend and up to 2 weeks of in-kind room hire in one of our venues: Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre or Darebin Arts Centre. 

Available spaces at Darebin Arts Centre and Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre include: 

• Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre – West Wing Studio and Meeting Rooms 
• Darebin Arts Centre - Studio 

Read our Guidelines(PDF, 7MB) for more information about the application process. 

All artists and companies are encouraged to apply, you do not have to be a Darebin resident. 

Applications must be submitted via the SmartyGrants platform. If an online form application is a significant barrier to you, please email stella.charls@darebin.vic.gov.au or mark.pritchard@darebin.vic.gov.au to discuss your idea. 

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