The Don Dunstan Lectures are a new thought-provoking talk series discussing the influence of the arts as a part of Adelaide Festival Centre’s 50th Anniversary commemorations.
The lectures will feature Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC, Governor of South Australia and former Premier of South Australia, the Honourable Mike Rann AC CNZM presenting at Dunstan Playhouse at the Adelaide Festival Centre in partnership with the Don Dunstan Foundation, Adelaide University, and Flinders University.
“We are thrilled to present these important keynote speakers and lectures,” says Adelaide Festival Centre CEO & Artistic Director Douglas Gautier AM. “These lectures will provide food for thought and will be an opportunity to discuss the wider value of the arts to society, both nationally and internationally.”
The first of the keynote talks, taking place in November, will be hosted by Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC, exploring the role of cultural diplomacy and the value of the arts to society.
“South Australians have long been beneficiaries of the stories that artists have shared in our galleries, theatres, and venues. It is through our many forms of artistic expression that we build our identity as a community. Arts, culture and creativity are also how we project our culture to the world,” says Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC.
The second session, held in December by the Honourable Mike Rann AC CNZM, will focus on Don Dunstan’s creative legacy in film and screen and the wider arts legacy in South Australia.
“So many of Don’s initiatives were taken up by other states. He believed the arts, like his concept of multiculturalism, could enrich our lives and expand our horizons. And he was right,” says The Honourable Mike Rann AC CNZM.
Other topics to be discussed include exporting Australian creative industries and cultural policy for a creative nation.
The new initiative will delight curious audiences interested in thought-provoking talks and conversations, and audience members will have an opportunity for questions and discussion.
Registrations are required to reserve a seat, so don’t miss the opportunity to join these thought-provoking sessions.
What: The Don Dunstan Lectures
When: November 28, 6:30 pm and December 14, 6:30 pm
Where: Adelaide Festival Centre’s Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide
How Much? Free – registration required to reserve a seat
Registrations are now open for session one here and session two here.
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