Helpmann Academy

Apply for up to $7,500 through Helpmann Fellowships 2026!!

This is your opportunity to pursue an ambitious project, undertake specialised training or invest in your artistic and professional development.

If you joined our Information Session this week, now's the perfect time to start your application.

Missed the session? You can book a chat with our Program Manager Toni Wills via the link in our bio to discuss your application.

Applications close Monday 31 August!

Proudly supported by the James & Diana Ramsay Foundation.

📸 2025 Helpmann Fellow. Photo:

Flinders, today’s the day! What’s Brewing @ Helpmann is popping up on campus today.

Drop in between 12 and 2, ask us anything, and discover what opportunities we have available to support your creative career!

📍 Matthew Flinders Theatre Foyer, Flinders University Bedford Park Campus

See you soon!

August called... It's got opportunities for you! 📞

From Boost Grants and ambitious Helpmann Fellowships to the Elise Ross Regional Award, we've got plenty happening to support you in levelling up your creative career.

Mark the dates, get your applications ready, and don't miss out on these opportunities!

🔗 Visit the Program Calendar https://helpmannacademy.com.au/program-calendar-2026/ for more information or if you are Helpmann eligible, book a chat with our Program Manager, Toni Wills!

Wow what a success for the newly developed 'The Grant Hack' run by Helpmann Academy and Carclew throughout the month of July. Over the four part online series we had 346 people register.

Well done to all the creatives who took proactive steps to increase their knowledge of grant writing, budget preparation, support materials and submission tips.

To support future planning attendees are invited to respond to a survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RBTQPHS
Your opinion matters.

Have some questions about the three Helpmann Fellowships 2026 (up to $7,500 each) on offer?

To find out how your bold ideas can become a reality, join us for our Online Information Session tomorrow at 6pm.

This is your chance to ask questions and hear from past Helpmann Fellows, Gemma Salomon (Film, 2024), James Watson (Theatre, 2020, 2022) and Bryan May (Visual Arts 2025) before you start work on your application.

Helpmann Fellowships are proudly supported by the James & Diana Ramsay Foundation.

Don’t miss out. Join the conversation. Register now: https://events.humanitix.com/helpmann-fellowships-2026-online-info-session

Now is your chance to create and connect in regional South Australia.

The Elise Ross Regional Award returns in 2027, offering up to $5,000 to support eligible South Australian emerging creatives from all artistic disciplines who are based in, or working with, regional South Australia.

Established by the Ross Family in loving memory of Elise Ross, the award aims to help artists overcome the challenges of distance, build meaningful community connections, and grow creative opportunities across regional SA.

✨ Up to $5,000 available
✨ Open to individuals and collectives
✨ Supporting projects that strengthen creative activity, connections and audiences in regional SA

Whether you're a regional artist pursuing professional development or a metropolitan creative developing a project with a genuine connection to a regional community, this funding could help bring your vision to life.

Head https://helpmannacademy.com.au/elise-ross-regional-award/ to find out more and how to apply.

Applications close Tuesday 15 September 2026 (11:59pm ACST).
For activity occurring between 1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027.

📸 Guy Nelson. Photo : Grace Liu.

✨ Need a boost for your creative career? ✨

Eligible emerging artists can apply now for a $500 Boost Grant to support creative projects, professional development, new skills, equipment, materials, and audience growth.

Whether you're looking to:
🎨 Purchase materials and tools
💻 Upgrade technology or equipment
📚 Attend workshops or training
🏢 Cover practice-related expenses
📢 Grow your audience through marketing and promotion

Boost Grants are designed to help you build momentum and prepare for higher-value Helpmann Academy grant opportunities.

📅 Key Dates
Applications now open: Saturday 1 August 2026
Applications close: Monday 31 August 2026 (11:59pm ACST)
📍 Funding is available for activities taking place between 1 January – 31 December 2027.

✨ Visit https://helpmannacademy.com.au/apply-now-boost-grants/ to learn more and apply.

📸 Kim Francis sewing in the workshop. Photo: Supplied by artist.

City East, it’s your turn! ☕💬

We’re popping up on campus to chat about how we support emerging creatives after uni and find out what’s brewing for you.

Drop in, ask us anything, and discover what opportunities we have available to support your creative career!

📍 Adelaide University City East Campus
📅 Thursday 13 August
🕛 12–2pm

Come say hi!
students

City West, we’re coming your way!

We’re popping up on campus to chat about how we support emerging creatives after uni, and find out what’s brewing for you. ☕💬

Drop in, ask us anything, and discover what opportunities we have available to support your creative career!

📍 Kaurna Building Entry, Fenn Place, Adelaide University City West Campus
📅 Wednesday 12 August
🕛 12–2pm

Come say hi!
students

Do you have questions about our Helpmann Fellowships? We've got answers!

Join our free Online Information Session on Tuesday 4 August at 6pm ACST.

Hear from past Helpmann Fellows Gemma Salomon, James Watson and Bryan May, learn more about the application process, and ask our team anything you need to know before applying.

Whether your project is still taking shape or you're ready to hit submit, this session is the place to be.

Register now! https://events.humanitix.com/helpmann-fellowships-2026-online-info-session?h=2G0zy6B9mN4LFAEBPlhbS8WZvKMoQslqQo0grO_potA&t=1783489512868

Proudly supported by the James & Diana Ramsay Foundation.

📸: Connor Pullinger, 2025 Helpmann Fellow. Photo: Kiki Kobylecki